by jlynk | Feb 22, 2023 | Latest News
Share:Esperanza Community Services began as a therapeutic day school in 1969 by Guadalupe Reyes. She was driven to help her son Bobby, and other children with intellectual disabilities, to learn in a manner that met the unique needs of each student. This past has been...
by jlynk | Sep 2, 2022 | Latest News
Share:Engaging with art is essential to the human experience. Art promotes freedom of creative expression, which helps students relax and think differently. Art also enhances fine motor, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. Due to budget cuts, Esperanza’s...
by jlynk | Jul 28, 2022 | Latest News
Share:When Esperanza occupational therapists James and Holly set out to create a dedicated sensory space, they did not envision the immediate impact they would see. “David*, who I’ve never seen relaxed, went into the sensory room and zened out...
by jlynk | Jul 18, 2022 | Latest News
Share:Esperanza Community Services is thrilled to announce our selection as a Chicago Community Development Grant recipient. The award of $585,230 will transform our main school and adult program building in West Town by providing updated, efficient, and more...