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Our Mission
Easterseals Central California provides exceptional services, education, outreach, and advocacy so that people living with autism and other disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities.
Our Commitment
We embrace a diverse and inclusive culture. We are committed to making sure our leaders, staff, volunteers and partnerships are as diverse as the communities we serve. Easterseals Central California, in action and advocacy, prioritizes equity, respect and belonging
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Erica Ybarra is ESCC's executive director. She oversees the daily business operations of ESCC and its sites in the Central Valley and Central Coast of California. A native of Tucson, Ariz., Erica received bachelor’s degrees in speech and language pathology and in audiology from Fresno State. Erica credits ESCC with having a significant impact on her professional growth. “I’m grateful now to give back to the company in a leadership capacity. My ultimate goal is to strengthen and expand all aspects of ESCC services so that it may continue serving children, adults and families living with disabilities long after my tenure.”
Cherie Arambel is ESCC's director of development and communications. She is responsible for developing relationships between ESCC and donors, as well as supporting the organization through grant writing and conveying the organization's mission through social media channels. A Valley native, Cherie graduated from Fresno State with a bachelor's degree in mass communications and journalism. After a 20-year career in newspaper journalism, Cherie moved into the nonprofit world three years ago.
Anne Bourdeau is ESCC’s accounting lead. She is responsible for payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable for ESCC.
Anne is part of our Central Coast team. Fun fact: As of June 2022, Anne has been an ESCC employee for 24 years! When she’s not hard at work, Anne can be found reading, bird watching and traveling. Anne says she enjoys representing ESCC because, “It makes me feel good knowing that I work for an organization that helps people with disabilities. The staff I work with are very caring people.”
Larry Doan is Easterseals Central California’s director of educational services and respite services. He is responsible for overseeing a team of dedicated staff members who come alongside children with disabilities in schools and in home settings. Larry is also a part of the Leadership Team who oversees ESCC’s Camp Harmon, in Boulder Creek, California. Larry has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from UCLA, a master’s degree in counseling from Chapman University, and a master’s degree in theology from Fuller Seminary. After a 25-year career as a counselor, social worker, and pastor, Larry joined the ESCC team in 2008.
Jonathan Mauk
Director of Respite and Recreation Services
Jonathan is the newest member of the executive team. He brings more than 17 years of experience in camp operations with 12 of those focused on camp programs for people living with disabilities.
Jonathan, who has a bachelor of science degree in leisure studies with an emphasis in therapeutic recreation from the University of Iowa, grew up in Ames, Iowa. He has lived in the Colorado Rockies, along the East Coast, Appalachia and, now, the West Coast.
Drea Strompf directs the day-to-day duties of Early Intervention Services/PLAY Project for Easterseals Central California. She says the mission of her team is to train staff to be the light in our family’s day, and to do it with compassion, mindfulness and positivity.
Drea has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and is a certified PLAY Project supervisor. Drea says she’s a mom who keeps her energy on high by exercising daily and spending time with family and friends. When she can, Drea makes sure to travel, enjoy a good glass of wine and spread kindness.