Navigating Michigan’s mental health system can be a daunting experience. You shouldn’t have to do it alone. You deserve a partner who has experience working within this constantly changing system. We strives to be your behavioral health provider of choice, offering a comprehensive array of supportive services to help children and adults with mental illness, physical and developmental disabilities and/or special needs and their families.
Since 1920, Easterseals MORC has led the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people with disabilities, families and communities.
When you choose to work with us, you have our entire team of experts in your corner. We’ll meet you where you are, walk you through every step of the process, create a care plan customized to meet your needs, and make sure that you understand all of your options along the way.
At Easterseals MORC, you’re part of our family. It is our commitment to treat the people we serve with the same compassion, gentleness, and understanding as we would show our own loved ones. From the first day you choose us, you’ll receive a personalized level of service made just for you. We constantly look for opportunities to go above and beyond the standard requirements, advocate for those we serve and uncover innovative ways to help you gain access to the programs you need.
Easterseals MORC, Inc. acknowledges the support of Macomb County Community Mental Health, Oakland Community Health Network, Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Easterseals MORC does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and partners.
The Story of Easterseals
Easterseals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for over 100 years. Whether helping someone improve physical mobility, return to work or simply gain greater independence for everyday living, Easterseals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals.
Tragedy Leads to Inspiration
In 1907, Ohio-businessman Edgar Allen lost his son in a streetcar accident. The lack of adequate medical services available to save his son prompted Allen to sell his business and begin a fund-raising campaign to build a hospital in his hometown of Elyria, Ohio. Through this new hospital, Allen was surprised to learn that children with disabilities were often hidden from public view. Inspired by this discovery, in 1919 Allen founded what became known as the National Society for Crippled Children.
The Birth of the Seal
In the spring of 1934, the organization launched its first Easter "seals" campaign to raise money for its services. To show their support, donors placed the seals on envelopes and letters. Cleveland Plain Dealer cartoonist J.H. Donahey designed the first seal. Donahey based the design on a concept of simplicity because those served by the charity asked "simply for the right to live a normal life."
The lily -- a symbol of spring -- was officially incorporated as Easterseals' logo in 1952 for its association with resurrection and new life and has appeared on each seal since.
Easterseals Emerges
The overwhelming public support for the Easter "seals" campaign triggered a nationwide expansion of the organization and a swell of grassroots efforts on behalf of people with disabilities. By 1967, the Easter "seal" was so well recognized, the organization formally adopted the name "Easterseals."
Easterseals Today
Easterseals assists more than one million children and adults with disabilities and their families annually through a nationwide network of more than 450 service sites. Each center provides top-quality, family-focused and innovative services tailored to meet the specific needs of the particular community it serves.
Easterseals Michigan does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and partners.
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How Do I Get Started?
To start the intake process, or learn more about the services we offer, please call 1.800.75.SEALS
