by Esperanza Community Services | Aug 31, 2023 | Latest News
Share:When Terrell first walked through the doors of Esperanza School in 2017, he faced significant challenges and really struggled with his communication and behavior skills. Thanks to the unwavering support of our dedicated staff and the generosity of donors like...
by mmeade | Jun 23, 2023 | Latest News
Share:The associate board consists of young professionals in their 20s and 30s who are passionate about advocacy, engaging in their communities and supporting the Esperanza mission to uplift and support individuals with disabilities. Current associate board...
by Esperanza Community Services | Apr 3, 2023 | Appeal
Share:Juan is a 16-year-old student who loves to sing, dance, and create art. These activities, along with other artistic forms, provide our students with autism an enhanced visual and auditory context for learning and self-expression. This April, during autism...
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...
by Esperanza Community Services | May 4, 2022 | Latest News, Upcoming Events
Share:Esperanza Community Services is excited to announce the 2022 honoree of the Bobby Reyes Award: Aixa Alfonso Dr. Alfonso served on the board of Esperanza for over twenty years, championing the Esperanza art program. The student pieces hanging in her home testify...
by Esperanza Community Services | Apr 1, 2022 | Latest News
Share:Jose is just like any other young boy: active, curious, and playful. Jose loves riding his bike, jumping on the trampoline, and playing with his brother Avery. Jose was diagnosed with autism at age 2 ½, experiencing significant challenges that Jose’s previous...