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Empowering Abilities announces Debra “Deb” Lindbom Memorial Scholarship winners

By Brian Weckerly,

19 hours ago

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Empowering Abilities announced the 2026 recipients of the Debra “Deb” Lindbom Memorial Scholarship to recognize dedicated team members whose commitment to continued learning will strengthen services for individuals with disabilities throughout the QCA.

According to a release from Empowering Abilities, this year’s recipients are as follows:

  • Steven Cargill, pursuing Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Certification through Eastern Iowa Community College
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Steven Cargill (Empowering Abilities)
  • Taleigha Ellis, enrolled in the Medical Assisting Program at Midwest Technical Institute
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Taleigha Ellis (Empowering Abilities)
  • Roman Reese, pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at the University of Northern Iowa
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Roman Reese (Empowering Abilities)

Established in memory of longtime Empowering Abilities participant Debra “Deb” Lindbom, the scholarship honors Deb’s legacy by investing in employees who are committed to professional growth while enhancing the lives of the individuals they support.

Deb spent many years as part of the Empowering Abilities family and was known for her strength, determination, and infectious spirit. She left a lasting impression on employees and fellow participants who had the privilege of knowing her. Today, the scholarship continues her legacy by creating opportunities for employees to pursue education and specialized training that ultimately enriches the lives of the individuals Empowering Abilities serves every day.

“The Debra ‘Deb’ Lindbom Memorial Scholarship is about turning one person’s legacy into opportunities for many others,” Jeff Ashcraft, president and CEO of Empowering Abilities, said. “By investing in our employees’ education, we strengthen our organization, enhance the services we provide and ensure that people with disabilities continue to receive the highest quality support for years to come.”

About Empowering Abilities

Empowering Abilities believes in people and what’s possible for them. We work alongside people with disabilities to create opportunities and change lives through day services, employment services, residential services and community-based supports across the Quad Cities region. In 2026, Empowering Abilities earned another Three-Year Accreditation from CARF International—the highest level of accreditation awarded by CARF—recognizing the organization’s commitment to quality, continuous improvement and person-centered services.

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