Caregiver Support
Caregiver Resource Center
This service is partially funded through the state Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities through the National Family Caregiver Support Program, Title III-E of the Older Americans Act, but is available to caregivers with loved ones across the lifespan. Stop in the Caregiver Resource Center in either New Castle or the Milford Wellness Village to talk to a Case Manager and browse the pamphlets and books available for you as a caregiver. Call 302-221-2076 (NC) 302-253-1129 (Milford) to connect with our knowledgeable staff.
Caregiver Education and Support
Our goal is to provide resources and practical tools and tips, as well as information on how caregivers can take care of themselves. Easterseals offers many ways to help caregivers, such as:
- Caregiver Support Groups held monthly so caregivers share their own, and learn from others’, experiences in caregiving.
- Free workshops on topics such as Fall Prevention, caring for a Loved One with Dementia, Financial Planning, and other subjects. Check our events page for current and upcoming events.
- Our Annual Caregiver Conference which brings together caregivers, professionals and providers to learn about caregiving issues and share solutions and ideas. This free conference is co-sponsored by the Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities and offers an opportunity for learning, networking and sharing.
- Virtual office hours where caregivers can connect with our case managers to learn about resources for their specific needs.
- Resource webpage devoted to COVID-19 resources for people with disabilities and their caregivers.
Resource & Technology Demonstration Center
The Resource and Technology Demonstration Center has hundreds of pieces of assistive technology on display for visitors to see and learn about. We do not sell any products from the Center but our knowledgeable staff can provide information about where and how to purchase devices. Stop in the Resource and Technology Demonstration Center during regular business hours or call to set up an appointment for a virtual tour. Call 302-221-2076 or 302-253-1129 to talk with one of our Case Managers, or email us at resources@esdel.org .
Watch these videos to see demonstrations on some of the assistive technology available at the Resource and Technology Demonstration Center:
Click here to take a virtual tour of the center.
Click here for a downloadable flyer on the Resource and Technology Demonstration Center.
FYI: Finance Your Independence
Through the FYI: Finance Your Independence assistive technology financing program, Easterseals has partnerships with lending institutions which can help finance assistive technology with lower interest loans. Whether you are looking for an adapted van to transport your child who uses a wheelchair, modifications to your home so your mother can move in with you, hearing aids for your spouse, or an adapted computer for your home business, the FYI: Finance Your Independence Program may be the answer. Our Case Managers will help you through the process and answer all your questions. For more information, call 302-221-2076 or 302-253-1129 or email resources@esdel.org.
