The Bridge Center

Easterseals Massachusetts is honored to receive a $50,000 donation from The Hoyt Foundation. The check was presented to Paul Medeiros, ESMA President and CEO, by Troy Hoyt at our recent Bridge to Opportunities Golf Classic. Carrying on a long tradition started by their grandfather Dick Hoyt, their generous contribution helps fund equal opportunities for people of all ages and abilities.

🚐 AT on the Move is coming to your community this August!

The Assistive Technology Regional Center (ATRC) Van is starting its journey across Massachusetts, bringing assistive technology demonstrations and education directly to communities throughout the Commonwealth.

Join us at one of our upcoming stops to explore assistive technology solutions, connect with our team, and discover tools that can support independence, access, and everyday living.

August 1 – Fitchburg | Field Day for Kids with Disabilities
August 15 – Douglas | Picnic at the Park
August 18 – Leicester | Regional Health Fair

Whether you are looking for resources, information, or hands-on demonstrations, we would love to meet you on the road!

Follow along, share your photos, and help us spread the word about the power of assistive technology. Use and tag for a chance to be featured.

Easterseals Massachusetts made real change through advocacy and community engagement last year:

🟠 August 26: our new eastersealsma.org website went live! The homepage, The Bridge Center, and Careers were the top 3 pages visited in 2025.
🟠 375 people employed by ESMA during 2025, including temporary summer workers.
🟠 Over 80 years providing services that unlock everyone's full potential.
🟠 55 community resource fairs were attended by ESMA staff, raising awareness about our programs to thousands across Massachusetts.
🟠 250 legislative meetings, roundtables, and public hearings were attended, and many were coordinated by our Advocacy Team.

Learn more about how YOU can get involved with ESMA: https://bit.ly/4f57VaW

AT on the Move: Bringing Assistive Technology Across Massachusetts!🚐

The Assistive Technology Regional Center (ATRC) Van, hosted by Easterseals Massachusetts through MassAbility's Assistive Technology Regional Centers, is bringing assistive technology demonstrations and education directly to communities throughout the Commonwealth. Designed to expand access, especially in underserved areas, the van gives individuals the opportunity to see, touch, learn about, and try assistive technology solutions firsthand.

As we travel from community to community, we invite you to follow along with our journey, share your photos, and help spread the word about the power of assistive technology. Be sure to use and tag @‌eastersealsma on Facebook and Instagram for a chance to be featured and be entered into a monthly prize drawing!

More information can be found here: https://massachusetts.easterseals.com/at-on-the-move

We are looking for dedicated members of our community to join one of ESMA’s Regional Boards!

As a Regional Board Member of Easterseals Massachusetts, you are joining a great group of dedicated individuals who perform a variety of duties to raise awareness, advocate, fundraise, and support clients of Easterseals Massachusetts. There are both in-person and virtual opportunities to use your personal skills to support the ESMA mission to provide services to ensure children and adults with disabilities have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play.

Responsibilities Include:
- Understand the organization’s mission, programs, and policies, and inform others about ESMA.
- Help to enhance ESMA's public profile and network within Massachusetts communities and the business areas.
- Attend and participate in Regional Board meetings via Microsoft Teams on the second Monday of the month, from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
- Support the organization financially by donating or helping with fundraising activities.
- Serve on at least one subcommittee and attend meetings.
- Aide in making connections between the organization and your personal network to promote and grow ESMA programs in Massachusetts.
-Actively recruit new board members.

Visit https://bit.ly/3WRZvLv to learn more.

In 2025, Easterseals Massachusetts Youth & Recreation programs empowered 382 participants to build confidence, independence, and self-advocacy skills!

🟠 382 participants across all statewide Youth & Recreation Programs.
🟠 80 people engaged in Summer and New Year-round Swim Programs.
🟠 244 teens and young adults ages 14-26 participated in the Youth Leadership Network.
🟠 27 young adults meet regularly to support the campaign.
🟠 15 kids enjoyed Camp Sno-Mo overnight camp in
New Hampshire.
🟠 27 individuals attended Accessible Martial Arts classes online, in-person, or at The Boston Home.
🟠 45 individuals are members of Brothers Against Discrimination (B.A.D.) and Thrive Mentorship Programs.

Learn more about our Youth & Recreation Programs: https://bit.ly/48SBiKB

Congratulations to Tiffany, Director of Therapeutic Services, for reaching the milestone of 15 years of dedicated service at Easterseals Massachusetts! We asked what she enjoys doing when she is not hard at work, and she shared, "I am usually spending time with my husband, Dan, our children, Ethan (10), Zachary (8), and Carrie (6), and our dog, Tella. I love being active and outdoors. You can usually find me at a local park or beach, running around my neighborhood, or spending time on the fields watching the kids’ games. Some of my favorite activities include cooking and running.

Having been with ESMA for 15 years and working alongside so many wonderful people has shaped the way I approach my everyday life. The work we do at Easterseals has taught me the importance of patience, resilience, and celebrating every success, big or small. Those lessons carry over into my life at home and help me appreciate the people, relationships, and moments that matter most." Thank you for your commitment, Tiffany!

Interested in a career at Easterseals? Visit careers.eastersealsma.org to view current positions and apply.

ESMA is excited to celebrate Louise Colbourne in her new role as Vice President of Community Support Services! As she steps into this new position, we look forward to the continued growth, innovation, and support she will bring to the programs and services that help people thrive every day. Please join us in congratulating Louise on this well-deserved achievement!

ESMA collaborates with Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children and various school districts to provide staffing solutions for recreational, programming, and paraprofessional support needs. Check out our impact in 202d:
🟠 40 patients were provided care.
🟠 23 school districts partnered with ESMA to provide students with 1-to-1 supports in school.

Learn more about Easterseals Massachusetts Rehabilitation Services: