About Us
Easterseals spreads help, hope and guidance
Our Mission
Easterseals Central California aims to provide 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.
Who We Are
Easterseals Central California (ESCC) has been a leading provider of disability services, education, and advocacy for children, adults and families since 1948.
Our teams design learning experiences that blend creative play with purposeful skill-building. Activities and programs are tailored to each client’s unique abilities to foster growth in social-emotional development, behavioral flexibility, communication, and daily living.
Our professionals meet clients where they are and guide them toward greater confidence, independence, and connection. Every interaction is an opportunity to gain new skills, strengthen relationships, and discover the joy in learning.
Erica Ybarra
Executive Director
Serving since 2010
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Megan
Whitman
Mrs. Whitman is an honorary member of several corporate boards. She plays a crucial role in every company decision.
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Ed
Johnson
Mr. Johnson is a professor of economic sciences and spent several years as a member of local and municipal governments.
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Maria
Renaud
Ms. Renaud was elected to the board after several years of working with the company. She is a trained medical scientist.
Executive Leadership Team
Erica Ybarra
Executive Director
Serving since 2010
Gina Vue, MA, BCBA, IBA
Interim Clinical Director of
Autism-Behavior
Serving since 2018
Board of Directors
Robert Guerin, Chair
Founder and Former President
Independent Consultant, AGILE Solutions
Greg Jensen, Vice Chair, Secretary
Director of Product Management, Adobe, Inc.
David DeLong, CPA, Treasurer
Principal, David P. DeLong Accounting Inc.
Ruth Hutchison,
Director
Retired Associate, Valley Children’s Hospital
& Easterseals Central California Child Development Center
Judy Anderson,
Director
Senior Vice President & Regional Manager, Liberty Bank
H. Terry Hutchison,
MD, Ph.D, Director
Retired Director of Pediatric Neurology,
Community Medical Center Fresno and Clinical Professor,
University of California at San Francisco
Gina Vue, MA, BCBA, Incoming Director
Founder and CEO, Innovative Minds ABA, LLC
Interim Clinical Director, ESCC Autism-Intervention Services
Chris Campisi, Director
Founder and Principal, Campisi Financial Group
Alma Martinez, Emeritus
Project Manager and Community Benefit Outreach,
Community Medical Center Fresno
Jeff Terpstra, Emeritus
Retired Fire Chief, Aptos/La Selva Fire District
John Carey Sr., Emeritus
Principal, Century 21 C. Watson Realty
Joe Giallo, Ed.D., Emeritus
Clinical Psychologist, Retired Professor Cabrillo College
Kelley Trousdale, Emeritus
Principal, Century 21 Sandcastle Realty
Why I serve...
"Easterseals has been part of my entire life. I am proud to be a third-generation family member to serve on the Easterseals Central California board of directors. Having the opportunity to meet some of the children and families and hear how grateful they are for our staff and organization is truly remarkable! Being able to witness firsthand how our collective efforts directly improve the quality of our clients' lives makes service on the board beyond rewarding."
-- Past Board Chair Jeff Terpstra