For Caregivers

A caregiver is anyone who provides help to another person in need. A caregiver may be a parent, sibling, other family member, friend, guardian, or other helper who provides assistance, whether it's a few hours a week or full-time, live-in support. Caregivers need support, too! Here are some links to resources:

The Easterseals Rehabilitation Center's Developmental Series
The Developmental Series is FREE for parents and caregivers of young children (birth to 5 years of age). Follow the link for more details, a schedule of sessions, and videos of previous presentations.

Other resources:

Step-By-Step Caregiving Guide

The Many Faces of Caregiving Study

Being a Caregiver for Someone You Love

Staying Involved (Long-Distance)

Planning for the Future

Caregiving 101: A First Glance at Aging in America

5 Apps for Caregivers

7 Gift Ideas for the Caregivers in Your Life