About ESCA
Since 1988, East Suburban Citizen Advocacy (ESCA) has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with developmental disabilities. ESCA networks to identify and support advocates who give a voice to the most vulnerable people with disabilities.
We focus on serving the unique needs of each individual. After spending time with a person and getting to know his or her needs, we look for individuals or groups in the community with the appropriate skills, interests, and qualities to be advocates. We introduce people to each other and provide ongoing support to the relationships. Our advocates represent the best interests of the person with the disability with as much vigor and concern as he or she would act on their own behalf.
Who we serve:
East Suburban Citizen Advocacy grew out of the cares and concerns of parents who have children with developmental disabilities, such as intellectual disabilities, autism, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, or other challenges that have been present since birth or childhood. Our advocates serve people in every age group. They have needs that are as diverse as the individuals. Our focus area encompasses eastern Allegheny County and all of Westmoreland County.
Recent News
ESCA Launches Innovative New Art Project
Nancy Metzger, President of the Evergreen Club, TelecomPioneers, awarded a grant to East Suburban Citizen Advocacy. The grant will ...Telecom Pioneers Support Miracle Complex
Hilda Martino, a 64 year member of the Telecom Pioneers, and her husband John, a Pioneer Partner, presented a check ...Kiwanis Club of Murrysville Supports ESCA
The Kiwanis Club of Murrysville recently presented a check for $500 to East Suburban Citizen Advocacy. Accepting the check ...ESCA Celebrates the Season
Early in December, over 200 friends of East Suburban Citizen Advocacy gathered for their annual holiday celebration. The local ...FR Students Stand Behind Miracle Field Project
Volunteer senior students stood at the doors of the Franklin Regional Senior High School during dismissal recently to distribute the ...Kate Cala Named Paul Harris Fellow
Being named a Paul Harris Fellow is a great form of public recognition, one which Kate Cala, coordinator of the ...We Remember Ben McCampbell
Our shining star, Ben McCampbell, Age 7, of Ligonier, died after a valiant battle against leukemia, on Tuesday October 27, ...Upcoming Events
February 26, 2012
- Art Project
2:30 PM
Chaye Coffee & Tea Shop in Murrysville - Adult Social Group
2:30 PM
Chaye Coffee & Tea Shop in Murrysville
March 03, 2012
- Girls Book Club
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Monroeville Barnes and Noble
Inclusive group for girls
