ECM For Autism By Easterseals Southern California: An OPEN MINDS Program Profile

Founded in 1938, Easterseals Southern California (ESSC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides services to consumers with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including early childhood programs, autism services, adult day services, independent living options, and employment programs. In 2025, The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) accredited ESSC for the 24th time. ESSC’s mission statement is “To lead the way to full equity, inclusion, and access through disability and community services.”

Headquartered in Irvine, California, ESSC has over 60 locations in the region. The organization employs approximately 3,000 staff and serves approximately . . .