Did you know? 75% of adults in Iowa on Medicaid are working. Meet David - just one of many hardworking individuals thriving thanks to our heavily Medicaid-supported employment services! With guidance and encouragement, David turned two job offers into a dream career which could lead to his decreased reliance on Medicaid going forward.
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We are thrilled to announce Jodi Baker, CPA, MBA, SHRM-SCP, has joined Exceptional Persons, Inc. (EPI) as our Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Over a year ago, we began gradually introducing tech-enabled services at EPI, recognizing that flexibility and innovation are essential to providing quality support.
As of 2025, Medicaid provides health coverage to over 80 million Americans, about 1 in 5 people, including low-income families, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.
As a nonpartisan organization, EPI is committed to advocating for the needs of our community. We closely monitor policy changes to keep people informed and empowered to take action where it matters most.
We need your help to make these critical housing updates a reality. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us move closer to a world where accessibility is the norm, not the exception.
One of the most critical issues at hand is the potential reduction in federal Medicaid funding, which could have devastating effects on HCBS for individuals with I/DD. Advocacy tools inside article!
When it comes to respiratory illnesses, people with disabilities are considered a vulnerable population. That's why we're sharing a detailed look at this current situation as well as ways to protect yourself and the people we support.
Iowa becomes the first state to adopt an online child care search tool allowing families to fi nd quality child care along the way by entering routes.
We're highlighting the exceptional strides made by our team at the tail end of this year, including milestones, recognitions, and heartfelt stories of impact. Take a moment to celebrate with us and get inspired by the work being done every day to support our mission.
Thank you for making this holiday season warmer, brighter, and full of hope. We look forward to continuing this tradition of kindness and giving in the years to come.
As we reflect on the last year, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the strides we have made to raise the bar connecting people, creating opportunities, and nurturing growth.
By making a year-end contribution to the Exceptional Persons, Inc., you can ensure that individuals in your community have access to vital resources and support that empowers them to thrive.
This season, there are 338 needs for 99 individuals we support, each representing a meaningful opportunity to make someone's holiday a little brighter.
Receiving the APSE Iowa Employer Award is a fitting tribute to Melanie Zimmerman's exceptional dedication to disability inclusion in employment.