As America faces a caregiving crisis and broad range of issues related to disability, Easterseals is the indispensable resource to military families in communities across the nation. We make sure military caregivers can access the supports they need to take on the enormous responsibility of caregiving—often, while still needing to work, navigate family life and take care of themselves. From caregiver training to respite services, Easterseals makes a profound, positive and life-changing difference in people’s lives every day.
With a long history of service to the veteran community dating back to World War II, Easterseals is a proud Hidden Heroes partner. We embrace and support military caregivers, particularly as they transition into this new experience, life-long caregiving trajectory and unfamiliar – yet vital role — within their families and communities.
Easterseals’ national network supports military caregivers through a variety of programs. We offer a free bi-monthly, on-demand and bilingual webinar series for all military caregivers, providing everyday tips and tools on topics including depression, isolation, childcare, intimacy, veteran personal care, caregiver self-care and home safety. Through a contract with the Department of Veteran Affairs, Easterseals administers an in-person, online and self-study workbook training for post 9/11 military caregivers in collaboration with Atlas Research, Family Caregiver Alliance, National Alliance for Caregiving and National Alliance for Hispanic Health. More than 35,000 have benefitted to date! And, we provide additional services through respite care, inclusive childcare, education and training, employment and career services, transportation, behavioral/physical health services and advocacy at the federal and local levels.
Services
Type of Help
Type of Wound
Amputation, Chronic Condition(s), Hearing/Vision Problems, Invisible Wound, Neurological Condition(s), Paralysis, PTS/PTSD, TBI, Visible Wound
Language Support
Military Branches
Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, National Guard, Navy, Non-Military/Civilian, Reserves
Participation Fees
Community Support
Childcare, Home Enhancements, Peer Support Groups, Social Support
Education and Training
Caregiver Training, Online Training Courses/Webinars, School
Employment and Workplace
Career Transition Services, Employment Training, Job Training, Jobs/Placement, Policy, Resume Assistance
Respite and Recreation
Art Therapy, Camps, Childcare, In-Home Respite Provider, Out-of-Home Respite Provider, Retreats, Self-Care
Financial and Legal Issue
Location(s)
People
Respite and Recreation
Art Therapy, Camps, Childcare, In-Home Respite Provider, Out-of-Home Respite Provider, Retreats, Self-Care
Education and Training
Caregiver Training, Online Training Courses/Webinars, School
Employment and Workplace
Career Transition Services, Employment Training, Job Training, Jobs/Placement, Policy, Resume Assistance
Type of Caregiver
Caregiving Children, Caregiving Friends/Neighbors, Caregiving Parents, Caregiving Partners, Caregiving Siblings, Caregiving Spouses, Children/families, Family/Dependents, Military Caregivers, Wounded Active Duty Service Members, Wounded Veterans
Era of Service
