Since 1945, Easterseals DC MD VA has worked to enhance quality of life and expand access to mental healthcare, employment, education, and respite opportunities for people with military backgrounds and their families. Our holistic military and veteran services create a hopeful, inclusive community where all people realize their potential and live meaningful lives.
Easterseals DC MD VA proudly served 1,834 veterans and military families last year.
Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals
The Cohen Clinic provides high-quality, accessible outpatient mental healthcare to post-9/11 veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard, Reservists, their families, and caregivers regardless of role or discharge status. Our skilled clinicians and staff have been trained to work specifically with veterans, and some are veterans themselves.
- 7,691 hours of therapy improved the mental well-being of veterans and military families at the Cohen Clinic.
Veteran Staffing Network
VSN is dedicated to finding meaningful jobs for veterans and military spouses. Our career coaches prepare job seekers for all levels of employment with resume building, interview practice, networking, and more. Additionally, VSN advises employers interested in hiring veterans transitioning to the civilian workforce.
- 595 job seekers received career coaching from the VSN.
Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program
HVRP helps veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness prepare for long-term employment and receive support for complex transitional needs. We serve male and female veterans, and their families. Services include job training, counseling, and placement services, as well as assistance with work-related clothing, supplies, and transportation.
- 132 homeless veterans enrolled in HVRP employment and local support services.
Military Family Respite Programs
We offer respite care for military, veterans, and wounded warrior families with children with and without disabilities. Parents and caregivers receive a much-needed break while their child receives individualized care at Easterseals one Saturday per month. In-home specialized respite care is available to active-duty Navy families who have a child with a disability.
- 482 individuals and families received weekend or in-home respite care.
Little Warriors Child Development Program
Children of wounded warriors receive scholarships to attend Easterseals Child Development Centers. Our inclusive early care and education programs create nurturing environments where children of all abilities learn together in a shared classroom. We support children and their families as they focus on their service member's recovery.
- Full scholarships valued at approximately $25,000 allow a Little Warrior to attend an Easterseals Child Development Center.
Adult Day Services
Our Adult Day Services provides cost-effective daily clinical services and engaging activities for adults, seniors, and veterans of all ages. Our centers are a safe, home-like environment with caring staff. Transportation is available to and from each of our three Maryland locations. We also partner with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to provide veterans the opportunity to attend Easterseals Adult Day Services two days a week.
- 94% of participants had an improved quality of life as a result of attending an Easterseals Adult Day Services center
*Unless otherwise specified, figures reflect the most recent fiscal year.
