Ability and Beyond

This is about more than just being “able” to do things. The scope of success at Easterseals Crossroads goes far beyond ability. You are literally changing lives, and we hope you will continue to support Ability and Beyond.

Gary’s Story
Without Easterseals Crossroads, Gary says his life would be depressing. “I owe them a lot. I think they believed in me, and that means a lot.”

Dominic’s Story
Easterseals Crossroads Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) services have had a profound impact on Dominic’s life. Janey says although she was scared, the staff made her feel comfortable and confident in the program.

Rodney’s Story

“I had heard of Easterseals, but I thought it mainly pertained to youth,” Rodney says. “I never knew they had a veterans department.” Easterseals Crossroads Veteran Services had a huge impact on Rodney’s transition back to his home state.

Dosia’s Story
“I would be stuck, and I’d probably be one grouchy woman,” says Dosia, who found fulfilling employment through Easterseals Crossroads Pathways to Opportunity program.

Tammy’s Story
The Adult Day program is more than just a place to be. It’s helping people, like Tammy, find true independence.

Possibility Begins Here

Possibility begins at Easterseals Crossroads for nearly 10,000 people each year. No matter when we enter a person’s life, our overall goal is to maximize independence and improve quality of life for people with disabilities. Watch these videos below to see how we create possibilities.

Terrell’s mom Adel knew that her son wasn’t meeting age-related milestones as his siblings did and she needed to learn why. She connected with autism and behavior services at Easterseals Crossroads in central Indiana and began her family’s path toward independence for Terrell. Learn more about Terrell’s story.

Harmony’s mom Tamara noticed some delays and sensory issues early in development. Knowing that early intervention services could make a difference, she connected with Easterseals Crossroads in central Indiana. Learn more about Harmony’s story.

Just hours after her birth, Jessica began having seizures; 90% of her brain was damaged. It was expected that she would not be able to walk or talk, but those expectations proved wrong. Now at 42, Jessica is maximizing her independence with resources from Easterseals Crossroads in central Indiana. Learn more about Jessica’s story.

Karrise was 26 years old when she had a stroke that changed her life. Instead of continuing her life as she knew it, she had to learn to walk, keep her balance and eventually drive again. She found resources to help get her life back on track at Easterseals Crossroads in central Indiana once she recovered. Learn more about Karrise’s story.

Hannah is a single mom who was concerned about her daughter Elsie who was experiencing difficulties in daycare. She connected with resources from Easterseals Crossroads and learned about autism service options for Elsie and then employment opportunities for herself in central Indiana. Learn more about Hannah’s story.

There isn’t a lot that Jimmy cannot do, but now he does everything differently after a traumatic brain injury resulting from a car accident. He connected with services from Easterseals Crossroads in central Indiana to assist him move ahead. Learn more about Jimmy’s story.

Thaddaus is a US Army veteran who completed his service in the early 2000s. He struggled to get his life back on track after some difficulties, but connected with veteran services from Easterseals Crossroads in central Indiana to help him. Learn more about his story.

All in for Ability

Easterseals Crossroads has been the go-to organization for people with disabilities and their families. Our services span a lifetime from birth through older age with programs that are unique, timely, accessible and inclusive. See the videos below to see how we have been all in for ability for over 85 years serving our community.

In 2016 Andrew suffered a traumatic brain injury after a fall from a chair. His life instantly changed from that point forward as he learned to adapt to his change in ability.

Since 2011, Easterseals Crossroads has partnered with Community Health Network, Lawrence Township Schools and Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation to offer Project SEARCH at Community Hospital North. Learn how it has made a difference for so many young adults in our community.

The Indianapolis Public Library partnered with assistive technology services at Easterseals Crossroads to install accessible workstations at all of its locations to ensure that patrons have access to library resources and information.

Beth receives speech therapy services at Easterseals Crossroads where she is learning to use a two-button communication device to express her wants and needs. As Beth grows, she can count on us for programs and options that will grow with them.

Siblings Odin and Freyja received autism services at Easterseals Crossroads through our ABA childhood classes. They have made tremendous progress and are now ready to begin school as independently as possible.

Jerome attends adult day programs at Easterseals Crossroads. His sister Deanna feels good knowing that she is not the only person looking out for Jerome; he is part of a community of support where he has grown, gained confidence and become more independent.

US Navy veteran Charles benefited from programs and resources at Easterseals Crossroads, especially the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program. Now employed, he is helping other veterans make changes in their lives.