We Are Stronger, Together.

Easterseals Bluegrass seeks to change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives, every day. Offering programs for both children and adults, we pave the way by opening pathways to opportunity and creating a more inclusive world.

Disabilities touch us all, and we work with all members of the community to achieve extraordinary results. This year, Easterseals Bluegrass invites you to the 50th Annual Kentucky BASH, where we will celebrate our new facility and five decades of serving our community! To continue doing what we love and helping members of our community, all proceeds from our annual Kentucky BASH will support Easterseals Bluegrass signature programs.

Jenny Goodpastor and many other parents and caregivers are thankful that Easterseals Bluegrass can help them navigate challenges so that children, like her daughter, Penny, can thrive. Penny was born wtih spina bifida. Her chances of walking, running and doing the fairly normal activities that most children can do were low. Jenny says, “We were hopeful that there would be a childcare facility that could take care of her. We were nervous because of her medical needs, but they have been amazing every single day. Without Easterseals of the Bluegrass, Penny would not be as successful as she is today.” Learn more about Creative Beginnings and our other programs:

Creative Beginnings

Our Creative Beginnings Child Development Center provides high-quality child care and education to families in the community, first and foremost. Our ultimate goal is to create a safe environment where children receive love, security, acceptance, values, self-control, independence, and guidance. Through interactions and activities with peers, and play of course, we joyfully prepare children for the next step of development.

Pediatric Therapy

Our pediatric therapy program includes occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy for children of all ages, from infancy to adolescence. Addressing cognitive, physical, communication, and developmental needs of each child, our therapists work collaboratively with the child’s family, medical team, educational team, and other support systems to ensure a well-rounded program.

Adult Day Health

For adults 18 and older with disabilities or significant health issues, our Adult Day Health (ADH) program is uniquely designed to provide medical and social services to individuals with birth disorders. We specialize in providing services to those who need medical supervision but also benefit from group interaction, offering personalized nursing care, frequent community outings, and fun activities like pet therapy, reading and writing groups, trivia, and much more.

Adaptive Recreation

Adaptive Recreation promotes healthy and active lifestyles with the goal to improve the overall quality of life for people with physical disabilities through education, exposure to adaptive equipment, and adaptive recreation experiences in the community. This program includes exciting activities such as kayaking, wheelchair basketball, adaptive golf and bowling, skiing at Perfect North Slopes, fishing, and so much more! •