Easter Seals Berks Division provides direct services through five major programs: Services from Birth to Age 3, Out-Patient Therapies, Medical Clinics, Camping and Recreation and School and Community Support.
Keywords: disabilities, special needs, therapy, autism services, camping, recreation programs
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Easter Seals Eastern Pennsylvania (ESEP) has been serving the Lehigh Valley, Poconos & Berks County for almost 90 years.
What is your primary product or service?
ESEP assists children and young adults living with autism, physical disabilities and developmental delays through in-home and center-based occupational, speech and physical therapy, Early Intervention, Bethlehem Preschool, Berks Specialty Medical Clinics, respite, day camp and residential camp.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
What is now known as Easter Seals (originally called the National Society for Crippled Children) began in Elyria, Ohio in 1919. Edgar F. Allen, prominent in the Elyria business community, was the most responsible for its formation.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
ESEP has offices located in Reading, Bethlehem, Stroudsburg and an administrative office in Allentown, PA.