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How We Work

Learn more about how Easterseals Delaware & Maryland's Eastern Shore operates

Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore is more than meets the eye. It is an organization that provides innovative programs and services that meet the needs and promote independence in the lives of people of all ages with disabilities, veterans, seniors and their caregivers. Our dedicated staff advocate on behalf of the disability community to create an inclusive community for all to enjoy.

In 2024, Easterseals provided direct service to over 7970 people through direct services, like our Children’s Therapy program, adult day programs, Supported Employment program, and more. We also provided indirect services to over 44,280 individuals through education, training, information, and referrals.

A child with disability runs on a device while phyiscal therapist assists

Whether you are here to learn more about our programs or find out how you can donate to this worthy cause, getting started is easy.

To see what our Adult Day Health Services for seniors, like Tish, and adults with physical disabilities has to offer, go here.
Our Intellectual Disability Services help people, like Carolyn, remain a part of her community. See how they can help your loved ones.
Is your child not meeting their milestones? We are here to help kids, like Evie, say their first words, take their first steps and so much more.
It’s all in a day’s work! Our Supported Employment program helps people, like Brian, find their dream job. We can help your loved one too!
Don’t burn out as a caregiver. Our Caregiver Resource Center has a wealth of knowledge navigating the caregiving journey for caregivers, like Mike. Take advantage of support groups, respite funds, and so much more.
Personal Attendant Services allow caregivers, like Ashley, to get paid to provide support to their loved ones.
From sailing down the zipline to arts & crafts fun to splashing in an accessible pool, Easterseals Camp Fairlee offers campers, like Jamal, an unforgettable experience. Caregivers also receive a break knowing their loved one is in a safe and supportive environment. Find your next adventure here.
Ready to donate to help kids, like Penny, walk, adults with disabilities, like Mikayla, find gainful employment, and seniors, like Tina, remain a vibrant part of their community, it starts with one donation. Be the one for people with disabilities.

With eight locations throughout the state of Delaware and on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, there is a place for you and your loved one at Easterseals right in your own community.

A man with a disability is swimming in a pool with the assistance of his counselor

A child in feeding therapy being encouraged by therapist

A woman with a disability smiles at the camera and holds a bowl made from clay

toddler boy with down syndrome walking on a assistive walking device

young adult male with down syndrome working in a cafeteria

Young adult male with a disability playing bingo

Woman with a disability is smiling and embracing her mother in a hallway.

A man with a disability smiles at the camera while he stocks drinks in a royal farms

A senior woman is making crafts with an assistant.

K'June and Brian found help with Easterseals Support Groups

"Anyone can get burned out from caregiving because there is no break," K'June says. "Easterseals' support group helps me keep my laughter. They are wonderful."
Empowering Careers: Reaching Culinary Goals with Easterseals & Food Bank of Delaware

Through a partnership between Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore and the Food Bank of Delaware, Kristen and Shalanda, both supported by Easterseals’ Supported Employment Services, completed the Food Bank’s 12 week Kitchen School Program, gaining hands on culinary skills, confidence, and career momentum while continuing to work and moving closer to achieving their long term goals in the food service industry.
More Than a Meal

This Giving Tuesday, your donation helps adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities not only gain meaningful work and connection but also strengthen the community by delivering Meals on Wheels to neighbors in need. Every gift supports empowering people with I/DD to make a real difference in their communities.
A Place Where Dominick Can Grow

When Dominick David, of Newark, is in his Easterseals day program for adults with intellectual disabilities, his mom, Lynne, knows he is engaged in activities, forming relationship bonds and staying connected to his community.