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Easterseals Delaware & Maryland's Eastern Shore Press Releases
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Easterseals Camp Fairlee Receives Funding for Dining Hall Expansion Thanks to the Leadership of Maryland District 36 Delegation
Easterseals Camp Fairlee has secured $500,000 in state funding through the advocacy of the Maryland District 36 delegation to expand its dining hall, improving accessibility, reducing overcrowding, and creating a more sensory-friendly environment for children and adults with disabilities. -
Easterseals Celebrates National Speech-Language-Hearing Month
Camryn’s journey from silence to storytelling shows how Easterseals’ in‑home speech therapy transforms frustration into confidence and helps children find their voices while bringing families closer together. -
Easterseals COO Pam Reuther Named a 2026 C-Suite of the Year Honoree
Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore COO Pamela Reuther has been named a 2026 Delaware Business Times CEO and C‑Suite of the Year honoree in recognition of her 32‑year career, transformative leadership, and significant impact expanding services and support for thousands of individuals with disabilities across the region. -
Easterseals Celebrates Autism Acceptance Month
After losing his ability to communicate as a toddler, Samson made significant progress in communication, behavior, and daily skills through Easterseals early intervention therapies, giving both him and his family greater stability, understanding, and hope for his future. -
Easterseals Celebrates Occupational Therapy Month
Cameron gained confidence and important preschool skills through Easterseals Children’s Therapy Services, where early occupational and speech therapy helped him become more independent, communicate more clearly, and successfully prepare for school. -
Easterseals Introduces 2026 5K Your Way Ambassador
Nine-year-old Martin Colin Gonzalez, a longtime participant in Easterseals Children’s Therapy Services, is named the 2026 5K Your Way ambassador, highlighting his inspiring journey and the organization’s lifelong support for children and families. -
Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore Retains Executive Search Firm, Launches CEO Transition
Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore has retained Dunleavy & Associates to conduct a nationwide search for its next President/CEO, launching a board-led transition process ahead of current CEO Ken Sklenar’s planned retirement in December 2026. -
Together We Care Respite Ministry to Host Open House
Canaan Baptist Church, in partnership with Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore and DSAAPD, will host a February 19, 2026 open house to introduce the Together We Care Respite Ministry, a new program offering safe, engaging social activities for adults with Alzheimer’s/dementia while providing much-needed relief for caregivers. -
Democrats vs. Republicans “Pour” It On for Easterseals
Democrats and Republicans will compete as guest bartenders on March 4 at Grain Craft Bar + Kitchen in Newark to raise funds for Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore, with 20% of food sales and all tips supporting the cause. The event kicks off the 21st annual Easterseals/CAI Volleyball Challenge on March 7 at the University of Delaware, where the two parties will face off to benefit Easterseals programs. -
Easterseals Introduces 2026 Volleyball Challenge Ambassador
Ellice Biloon, affectionately known as “Boss Lady,” found purpose, community, and growing independence through the Easterseals Adult Day Program, where, with dedicated DSP support, she builds skills, friendships, and confidence while actively engaging in her community. -
Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore Receives Prestigious CARF Accreditation
Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore received a three-year CARF International accreditation recognizing its commitment to high-quality, person-centered services. The review praised the organization’s leadership, staff, and excellence across programs including adult day health, children’s therapy, community integration, and assistive technology. -
Easterseals Announces New Board Officers and Welcomes New Board Member
Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore recently announced the election of new officers to its Board of Directors, as well as the addition of a new board member. Pierre Anderson will serve as Board Chair, joined by Walter Kowal as Vice Chair, Michael J. Tretina as Treasurer, and Jen Mathews as Secretary.
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