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Easterseals hosts the only conference in Delaware focused on family caregivers.

When Easterseals Pre-Vocational Services group enters the room, it is all hands (and paws) on deck to help Faithful Friends stay in tip top shape so they can continue the great work they do in the community. While the Easterseals participants are helping Faithful Friends, they are also learning valuable job skills that can lead to full-time, paid employment.

It is hard to find a group of people who bring dedication and a hard-working attitude but also smiles with them. The CHEER Center, which serves seniors in the Sussex County Region, found that in a group of volunteers from Easterseals Pre-Vocational Services. Participants at Easterseals love volunteering in the community, and thanks to this partnership, they are able to do just that while learning valuable work
skills.

When you are a caregiver, it is important to take breaks and thankfully Hands of Hope offers respite to caregivers, like Rachel, and her mom, Sharon.

Jack Witzman knew something was not right when he and his wife, Jackie, were driving home from the store one day and, suddenly, Jackie did not know where she was going. Jackie was later diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, confirming his suspicion.

Below is a list of common questions we hear at Easterseals, and their answers.

Video Resources for Families and Caregivers

For a spouse or elderly parent going through the stages of Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia

Adults with Intellectual Disabilities Day & Employment Services

Running and jumping are a rite of passage for most children, but sometimes they need some extra help reaching those milestones. That is where Easterseals Children’s Therapy Services steps in to give children, like Alex, an extra boost.

What is Respite? & More

Easterseals supports caregivers through education, resources, assistive technology, support groups, and more.