Take Action on Legislative Issues Affecting People with Disabilities
Easter Seals assists members of Congress and their staff, White House and federal agency officials, and representatives of other national interests -- as well as citizens like you -- to understand and act in support of policies and programs that help people with disabilities to live with equality, dignity and independence.
Easter Seals' legislative efforts focus on health care, early intervention, child care, education, employment, housing, supports for older Americans, recreation, assistive technology, transportation, and nonprofit organization operations.
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Join Easter Seals today in educating and informing public officials about issues that affect individuals with disabilities. View Easter Seals Action Alerts and contact your legislators now!
March 10, 2011
Easter Seals West Alabama Meets with Governor Bentley
The local office of Easter Seals in Tuscaloosa stopped for a photo opportunity with Governor Robert Bentley during the organization's annual Day on the Hill. Presentations and a symbolic check were made to the Governor and Lt. Governor Kay Ivey depicting Easter Seals Alabama's $22 million dollar economic contribution to the State through employment services for people living with disabilities.
In 2010, Easter Seals West Alabama served over 1600 Alabamians in Tuscaloosa and surrounding areas. Easter Seals West Alabama has many services, some of which include children's developmental centers, physical rehabilitation, and job training to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals.
For more information about Easter Seals and their efforts to help those living with disabilities in your area, contact Ronny Johnston, Administrator, at (205) 759-1211.
