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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Debbie Lynn

“ We are truly providing programs that give a hand up . Our programs for children are closing the gap between them and their peers , so they can perform better in school and in activities of daily living . Our adult vocational programs are helping move people into employment so they can be contributing members of our community , giving them a greater sense of self-worth .”
Photography by Aubrie Moates .
EASTERSEALS CENTRAL ALABAMA
Mission : To change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound , positive differences in people ’ s lives every day .
UPCOMING EVENTS : October 20 Eagles Fore Easterseals Annual Golf Tournament and Live Auction
Background : Starting out with five programs , Easterseals Central Alabama was born on three acres donated by the Montgomery Baptist Association . Easterseals opened its doors in the fall of 1961 . The first individual served was a lady from Opelika who had lost one of her legs just below the hip . She could not wear her artificial limb walking in , but she certainly did walking out !
2185 Normandie Drive , Montgomery / 334-288-0240 / eastersealsca . org
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