E Advocates #28 – A Biblical Call to Advocate for Our Friends
2024-12-13
Explore how biblical teachings inspire advocacy through love, justice, and standing with the marginalized.
Explore how biblical teachings inspire advocacy through love, justice, and standing with the marginalized.
Thank you, Emmaus advocates! Reflecting on 2024 milestones, we’re grateful for your support in creating lasting advocacy impact.
Missouri election results bring changes for Emmaus legislators. Discover updates in Senate and House districts and how they affect our mission.
Feeling overwhelmed by the 2024 election? Learn how to manage anxiety, set media boundaries, and focus on what you can control. Empower yourself to vote and stay informed with these expert-backed strategies.
Meet Skye Andre, Emmaus’ Advocacy intern. Passionate about nonprofit work, she is eager to learn more about policy, advocacy, and community impact during her year with Emmaus.
Emmaus clients attended the 2024 “Real Voices, Real Choices” conference, focusing on self-advocacy, mental health, and intellectual disabilities.
Discover how Missouri’s primary election results impact Emmaus and what these outcomes mean for our community’s future.
Learn about your rights to accessible voting, from absentee ballots to in-person accommodations, and make sure every vote counts.
Advocate for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) by submitting comments to the OMB’s SOC revisions. Support Emmaus Homes and improve policies by August 12, 2024
Explore the impact of the ADA and its alignment with Emmaus’ mission to empower and include individuals with disabilities.
The ability to communicate is a fundamental human right, yet nonspeaking individuals with disabilities often face significant barriers. These barriers stem from societal assumptions and lack of access to communication technology. At Emmaus, we aim to empower all individuals, including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs), to advocate for themselves.
Emmaus is excited to launch the Advocacy Think Tank on June 18th. This group, comprising staff, clients, self-advocates, and professionals, will serve as a brain trust to envision the future of advocacy at Emmaus
The FDA is considering reinstating a ban on electric stimulation devices for behavior modification, initially banned in 2020 due to serious risks. Overturned in 2021, we now need your voice. Advocates for individuals with disabilities, share your experiences and urge the FDA to prioritize swift implementation.
For those of you keeping up with what’s going on during the legislative session, you likely know the last day for our legislature to pass bills into law is May 17th.
Feeling advocate burnout? ️ Whether you’re advocating for change or powering through a busy season, discover simple self-care tips that keep your passion for change alive without missing a beat.
On Wednesday, March 13th, about 60 Emmaus advocates went to the State Capitol in Jefferson City for Disability Rights Legislative Day (DRLD).
Guest Blog by Emmaus Advocate & Miss Missouri 2023 Hayley Leach – Why Advocacy Matters to Me
For Valentine’s Day, we wanted you to know why we and other Emmaus Advocates love advocating and getting involved! As the Emmaus Advocacy Director, I’d
E-Advocates #11 Why You Should Join Emmaus At The Capitol!January 29, 2024 | Guest Blog By Nancy Droesch, Emmaus Board Member and Advocate I’m inviting
E-Advocates #10 Missouri’s Legislative Session is Off to the Races! January 22, 2024 | By Christina Ingoglia Emmaus Advocacy Supporters, as many of you know,
E-Advocates #9 Wish your state legislators a Happy Holiday! December 14, 2023 | By Christina Ingoglia As Emmaus Advocates we all need to prepare for
E-Advocates #8 Creating a Joyful Holiday Season: Embracing Inclusivity and Mindful Celebrations for All December 14, 2023 | By Christina Ingoglia In the thick of
E-Advocates #7 Be Informed and Stay Positive November 20, 2023 | By Christina Ingoglia It’s true that politics across the nation, within Missouri, and even
E-Advocates #6 Advocacy Resource Round-Up November 13, 2023 | By Christina Ingoglia There are several ways to stay on top of statewide legislative activity that
E-Advocates #5 Building Bridges: Collaborative Efforts at Coffee with the Legislators November 07, 2023 | By Christina Ingoglia On November 6th, four St. Charles State
E-Advocates #4 Empowering Advocacy: Transforming Emmaus Homes Through Community Engagement and Support November 20, 2023 | By Christina Ingoglia Client Services Manager Suzy Hellebusch, an
October 23, 2023 | By Christina Ingoglia This week has been filled with bridge-building and meeting some of the Missouri state legislators who represent
E-Advocates #2 Opportunities to Advocate Now! October 16, 2023 | By Christina Ingoglia Here at Emmaus, we will continue to advocate with you to improve
E-Advocates #1 Introducing Our New Advocacy Director, Christina Ingoglia I want to introduce myself directly to the Emmaus Homes community. My name is Christina Ingoglia
Technology has always lent a helping hand for people with disabilities. Without it, Pat and many of our other clients could not grow to become more independent or connect with their loved ones. The technology that Pat uses on a daily basis has given him the chance to do routine tasks on his own. Since Pat uses a wheelchair, being able to do things for himself through limited movement or with the control of his voice is essential for his personal growth.
Technology has always lent a helping hand for people with disabilities. Without it, Pat and many of our other clients could not grow to become more independent or connect with their loved ones. The technology that Pat uses on a daily basis has given him the chance to do routine tasks on his own. Since Pat uses a wheelchair, being able to do things for himself through limited movement or with the control of his voice is essential for his personal growth.
Technology has always lent a helping hand for people with disabilities. Without it, Pat and many of our other clients could not grow to become more independent or connect with their loved ones. The technology that Pat uses on a daily basis has given him the chance to do routine tasks on his own. Since Pat uses a wheelchair, being able to do things for himself through limited movement or with the control of his voice is essential for his personal growth.
On March 1st, hundreds of Missourians with disabilities and their friends, families, and staff from every corner of the state traveled to the State Capitol
What is Diversity, Equity and Inclusion? Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a phrase that has become important to individuals and organizations that are working
Written by Dr. Rachel C. Morgan In February of 2019, Missouri announced its initiative to become a “Technology First State”, as the Direct Support Personnel
As we’ve recently announced, for the second year in a row, an Emmaus team member has won ANCOR American Network of Community Options and Resources‘ 2022
Emmaus shared a historic announcement last week about an increase in starting salary of up to $18/hour for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). DSPs provide a
Help Emmaus reach others who care about people with disabilities. Become an ambassador for Emmaus on Give STL Day! Give STL Day is a region-wide
Services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) are primarily funded through state and federal tax dollars. That is true at Emmaus and other
In 1987, President Ronald Reagan made a proclamation that March would be Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. The original proclamation called upon all Americans to ensure
Refer Someone! Follow Emmaus on Facebook and spread the word by sharing new openings! Reach out to a Recruiter. Visit www.EmmausCareers.org to find open positions
Gaela, Linda, Denise, and Theresa all live together in a highly active household. When they moved in with each other, these ladies and the Emmaus
Charlie and Mae Silverberg embody the truism that people support what they know and love. The Silverbergs were longtime donors to Emmaus. Their passion for
They say, “It takes a village,” and that could not be more true at Emmaus. The renovation of the Silverberg home is a beautiful example
Emmaus Direct Support Lead, Natasha, has recently given the phrase “Work That Matters” a whole new meaning at Emmaus. Natasha is always excited to teach valuable lessons to Brad and all of his housemates she supports. Her passion led to a fantastic idea that would teach Brad and his housemates how to love, share, and give to those who are less fortunate through an unforgettable experience.
People of faith often refer to their work as a “calling from God,” reflecting God’s invitation and initiative to include them in God’s redemptive work in the world. Joyce Golian is one of those who understands her daily work as being a divine calling. Joyce has been an Emmaus Direct Support Professional for just over a year, and her “road” to Emmaus involved faith, trust, and assurance in God.
Technology has always lent a helping hand for people with disabilities. Without it, Pat and many of our other clients could not grow to become more independent or connect with their loved ones. The technology that Pat uses on a daily basis has given him the chance to do routine tasks on his own. Since Pat uses a wheelchair, being able to do things for himself through limited movement or with the control of his voice is essential for his personal growth.
We Need Your Help! Sadly, the DSP crisis has had an even more devastating impact on the people we are entrusted to serve. For people with disabilities, this crisis can mean that the staff they have come to love, and trust are often forced to leave Emmaus, and seek employment elsewhere.
President Ronald Reagan originally coined March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in 1987, challenging the country to increase public awareness of the potential of Americans with developmental disabilities to live independent and meaningful lives in the community…
Emmaus is a leader in creating an inclusive community. With your help, people with developmental disabilities have overcome stigmatization and exclusion. Emmaus’ presence in our community makes it a welcoming place for people of all abilities…
Join us in helping people with developmental disabilities live like you and me.