Easterseals Michigan 2022 Annual Impact Report

ANNUAL IMPACT REPORT

Leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities, families, and communities.

FROM THE PRESIDENT/CEO

Since 1920, we have continued to provide essential services to the community, always adapting to the ever-changing needs of the communities we serve. Our commitment to Michigan families has never been stronger.

Each year, the demand for our services increases and this past year it has become more apparent. The number of individuals we served increased 9%, totaling 17,522!

The pandemic continues to impact our team and the people we serve. Through these challenges came innovation. We adjusted the way we serve to meet new needs, and we enhanced and expanded our community-based services for those who need it most. Wherever the need may be, at home, school, daycare, preschool, or any other setting, we find ways to serve them.

In October, we combined two well-respected and trusted names, merging with MORC, Inc., a valued organization with 50 years of service providing long-term support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and seniors in Southeast Michigan. This integration allows our new organization the opportunity to assist even more people in need.

We know those we serve rely on us; we are active to ensure there are no disruptions to current care plans or to the quality of care provided. Families or individuals that previously relied on multiple organizations for their needs will now be able to conveniently receive comprehensive care from a single, integrated organization – Easterseals MORC.

A special thank you for the support of our multiple partners, organizations, donors, volunteers, and team members who help make it possible to enhance our mission and further impact the lives of individuals with disabilities, their families, and our communities.

On behalf of everyone at Easterseals MORC, thank you for your support. We look forward to the future with you as we continue to build a better community together.

Brent Wirth President/CEO

MIRACLE LEAGUE RIBBON CUTTING

On June 18th, 2022, Easterseals Michigan’s Miracle League of North Oakland cut the ribbon on the brand new “Andrea Yatooma’s Home Plate Concession Stand.” A recent $100,000 donation from Greg & Chris Yatooma directly helped the construction of the concession stand.

The new concession stand provides employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The concession stand building also has accessible bathrooms equipped with special adult sized changing tables for individuals to use.

The league celebrated the day with a balloon artist, face painting, a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, complimentary food, donor wall unveiling, and the ceremonial first pitches from Andrea Yatooma and former Detroit Lion Lomas Brown.The national anthem was sung by America’s Got Talent contestant and Oxford High School student, Ava ‘Swiss’ (Swieczowski). To top it off, there was a triple header of non-stop baseball action!

Miracle League of North Oakland is Easterseals Michigan’s second adaptive baseball field, providing children and adults with behavioral and physical challenges an opportunity to play baseball as a team member, boost self-esteem, make new friends, and become more than an individual with a disability. The customdesigned field incorporates a synthetic turf that accommodates walking assistance devices.

Athletes are paired with an able-bodied volunteer, a “buddy,” who can assist them in batting, catching, throwing, and running. Every player gets a turn at bat, in the outfield, and the ability to cross home plate.

To view a special video of the event, scan the code below with your phone.

MENTAL HEALTH IS HEALTH CAMPAIGN

In the month of May, Easterseals Michigan kicked off Mental Health Awareness Month with its Mental Health IS Health campaign. The goal of this year’s month-long event was to encourage people to make their mental health a priority by taking a free mental health screening and participating in their mental health awareness week daily activities. Thanks to sponsors, ESM was able to host events daily to promote a variety of ways in which people can improve and maintain their mental health.

A mental health toolkit, loaded with self-care goodies, was developed and sent to campaign partners to use in the workplace which helped employees put their mental health first. Over 400 toolkits were mailed out to various companies and organizations in Michigan.

A Mental Health IS Health shirt was also developed and sold, with the proceeds going toward mental health services.

The campaign was a huge success earning massive media attention, incredible social media engagement, and nearly 2,000 screenings taken in the month. This campaign also raised over $65,000 in funds for mental health services.

To take a free, anonymous mental health screening, scan the code with your phone.

The campaign won an award at the National Easterseals Summit in October.

GRANTS & AWARDS

1. Oakland County Together Mental Health and Wellbeing Grant - process managed by United Way of Southeast Michigan- $500,000 Award

This important grant will help Easterseals Michigan to expand services to students by partnering with school districts in Oakland County and provide screening tool (Tier 1) activities to students with a focus on universal prevention and awareness. They will provide universal screening tools (Tier 1) activities to students focused on universal prevention, awareness, and screening activities for students. Other activities include functional assessment and Tier 3 treatment interventions to 500 students and caregivers through co-located services. In addition, this project seeks to provide on-demand crisis intervention including navigation and referral for schools who have immediate behavioral health needs.

2. CVS Health Foundation - $30,000 Award

This grant from CVS Health Foundation will help to ensure the health and wellness of America’s seniors through home and community-based services delivered by Easterseals Michigan. The funding will help us provide outreach materials and education to seniors. This funding from the CVS Health Foundation was awarded to select Easterseals affiliates in partnership with the Easterseals National Office.

3. Community Foundation of Greater Flint - $16,860 Award

Easterseals Michigan received this grant from their long-time partner, the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, which will provide school co-location mental health services to students in the Fenton School District in partnership with Fenton Schools.

4. Thome Memorial Foundation Grant - $50,000 Grant

This grant, in partnership with the Thome Memorial Foundation, will help Easterseals Michigan to focus on serving seniors (55+) in their behavioral health, substance use and/or senior outreach services. This was awarded in partnership with the Easterseals National Office.

5. Ralph C. Wilson Jr., Foundation - $260,000 Grant

Easterseals Michigan received an Active Lifestyles: Youth Sports & Recreation Grant in the amount of $260,000 to support the full replacement of their Miracle League baseball field and the repair of the concourse and surrounding fence. These site improvements are vitally needed to continue to safely operate the existing, highly successful, Miracle League of Michigan Program in Southfield which has been in operation for nearly 20 years.

SERVICES & LOCATIONS

CHILDREN & FAMILY

• Autism Services

• Behavioral Health Services

• Individual, Family & Group Therapy

• Sensory Integration

• Speech and Language Therapy

• Occupational Therapy

• Early Intervention

• Therapeutic Camp Experiences

• Crisis Intervention

• Services Offered in Spanish

• Psychiatric Services

• Youth, Peer & Parent Support

• Family Education

OLDER ADULTS

• Independent Living

• Caring for Caregivers

• Respite Care

• Geriatric/Medically Fragile Case Management

SUBSTANCE USE

• Comprehensive treatment programs for children and adults

• Individual, Family & Group Therapy

• Co-occurring Services

• Case Management

• Peer Recovery Support

• Intensive Outpatient Therapy

ADULTS

• Case Management

• Behavioral Health Services

• Individual, Family & Group Therapy

• Supported Employment Resources

• Clubhouse

• Crisis Intervention

• Services Offered in Spanish

• Psychiatric Services

• Peer Recovery Support

MIRACLE LEAGUE

• An opportunity for children and adults with disabilities or special needs to play baseball

AGRABILITY

• Services for farmers with injuries, illnesses or aging conditions

MILITARY & VETERAN

• Individual, Family & Group Therapy

• Staging Groups for Substance Use

2022 AMBASSADORS

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Allison

Ariel

Brody

2022 AMBASSADORS

Kiauna

Nicholas

Sarah

PRESIDENT’S COUNCIL

CORPORATE & FOUNDATIONS PARTNERS

Independence Level

$25,000+

AIG Financial Distributors

Amway

Bellis Foundation Trust

Community Foundation of Greater Flint

CVS Health Foundation

EOTECH

Oakland County

Together Mental Health and Wellbeing Grant & United Way of SE Michigan

Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation

RECARO North America, Inc.

Empowerment Level

$10,000 - $24,999

AFCO Manufacturing Corp.

Alpha Gamma Rho-Tau Chapter 022702

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan/Blue Care Network Michigan

Chase Home Lending

Century 21 Town and Country

CIBC

Frankenmuth Bavarian

Inn Restaurant

Gun Lake Casino

John W. Orr Trust

PCE Systems

Samuel L. Westerman Foundation

Thome Memorial Grant

T-Mobile

Opportunity Level

$5,000 - $9,999

Arman Foundation

Baker Tilly

Forvia

Friendship Circle

K. P. Construction LLC

LoVasco Consulting Group

The Campbell Group

Dignity Level

$2,500 - $4,999

Beaumont Health

Bowman Chevrolet

CSM Mechanical

Flagstar Bank

Greater Muskegon Area

Women’s Pocket

Billiards League

Health Alliance Plan of Michigan

Knights of Columbus

West Bloomfield

#12808

Laurencelle Properties, Inc.

Marsh & McLennan

Agency LLC

Millcraft Paper

Rochester Junior

Women’s Club

UHY Advisors

United Wholesale

Mortgage

VTC Insurance Group

Ability Level

$1,000 - $2,499

A & N Asphalt, Inc.

Baker-Hopp Insurance

Cunningham-Limp

DFCU Financial

Doug Brown Packaging Products, Inc.

Epsilon Sigma Alpha

Foundation - Alpha

Kappa Chapter

Gaco Sourcing

Genoa Healthcare, LLC

Honigman Miller

Schwartz & Cohn LLP

Hunch Free

Levine Benjamin Law Office

Microsoft

Mulder & Horan PLLC

Near Perfect Media

Painter’s Supply & Equipment Co.

Printnology/CA

Marketing

Red Level

Regeneron

Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Matching Gift Program

Reiter & Walsh, PC

Segal McCambridge

Singer & Mahoney

Slalom

Smart Ride

SRS NNLG Detroit LLC

Symetra

The Andersons, Inc.

UKG

VFS LLC

V&R Advisory & Capital

White Glove

Honored Corporate Friend

Century 21 Town & Country

FINANCIALS

5% 14%

REVENUE: $57,898,506

n Medicaid Specialty Contracts Revenue: $46,973,499

• Oakland Community Health Network

• Genesee Health System • Macomb CMH • Network 180

n Insurance, Contracts & Grants Revenue: $7,903,149

• Medicaid HMO • Commercial Insurance

81%

• Med Rehab • Michigan Health Endowment Fund

n Contributions & Fundraising Revenue: $3,021,858

5%

EXPENSES: $53,150,545

n Program Services Expenses: $50,738,763

n Administrative Expenses: $2,411,782

95%

PEOPLE SERVED: 17,522

The number of people served by Easterseals Michigan fiscal year 2022 (10/1/2021 – 9/30/2022)

n 0-6: 1,553

n 7-17: 4,449

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Since 1920 Easterseals Michigan has led the way to 100% equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities, families, and communities.

BOARD & LEADERSHIP

SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Annette Marcath

Chairperson

Peter McElroy Vice Chairperson

Emil Kreycik Treasurer

Scott Barnett Secretary

David Benoit

John Byrne

Dr. Sam Flanders

Ken Gabriel

Paul Haviland

Michael Jacobson

John Keegan

John Lieblang

Dr. Lynda Misra

Juanita Savage

LaToya Stroker

Lee Uhlig

Matt Van Haaren

John Zerbo

Jason Slocum

Brent Wirth President/CEO

Juliana Harper Chief Program Officer

Ron Hocking Chief Financial Officer

Cam Hosner Director Business Development & Strategic Initiatives

Clarissa Hulleza Chief Information Officer

Regan Goldberg Chief Development Officer

Dr. Jeff Guina Chief Medical Officer

Jackie Hooper Chief Human Resources Officer

On October 1, 2022, Easterseals Michigan and MORC, Inc. officially merged to become

This merger combines over 100 years of service to individuals and families with varying disabilities and will allow us to broaden our services and geographic service area to reach even more families and individuals across Michigan.

We will continue to provide mental and behavioral health services, while also supporting individuals with physical and developmental disabilities across the state.

There were no disruptions to care plans and services.

With Easterseals MORC, the people we serve will now be able to conveniently receive care from a single, integrated organization instead of multiple organizations. It will allow our care teams to operate under one umbrella, ensuring more coordinated care.

Easterseals MORC to be better equipped going forward to meet the ever-changing needs of the 21,000 plus Michiganders we support annually.

For questions or concerns, please contact us at: 1.800.75.SEALS