Advancing Independence With Enabling Technology: The Easterseals Midwest Case Study

This OPEN MINDS Executive Roundtable was delivered on April 3, 2025 by Tec Chapman, Executive Vice President of Services and Chief Program Officer, and Brandon Tripp, Tech Enabled Services Director at Easterseals Midwest (ESMW). They discussed ESMW’s approach to implementing Technology-Enabled Services across its programs as a way for individuals with disabilities to access services, achieve greater independence, and improve their quality of life.

Key topics under discussion included the selection and implementation of technology solutions, the role of person-centered planning in technology integration, and the importance of training and support for individuals, families, service coordinators, guardians . . .