EPI is honored to be a six-time recipient of the Courier's Employers of Choice award - latest award received in 2022! EPI was created in 1957 by group of parents who wanted a better future for their children with disabilities. Today’s EPI is a private, non-profit organization which fosters the active community participation of people with disabilities through residential and transportation services, day activity centers, community living, employment services and much more. We believe involvement in the community is important for those we serve. The individuals we serve live and work in the community, shop at local stores, attend public events, volunteer - and just plain enjoy what the community has to offer. Additionally, EPI works to expand child care options and to improve the quality of child care available for all families in Northeast Iowa through it's Child Care Resources and Referral of Northeast Iowa program. EPI serves over 5,500 children, adults, and families in Northeast Iowa a year and employs more than 400 dedicated individuals.