St. Anthony Senior Center

💙 CAREGIVER CORNER: SAVE THIS NUMBER

Delaware 211 is a FREE statewide resource that connects residents with:
• caregiver support
• food assistance
• housing help
• transportation
• mental health services
• respite resources
• disability services
• crisis support

📞 Call 211
📱 Text your ZIP code to 898-211
🌐 https://delaware211.org

You do not have to figure everything out alone.

Sometimes one phone call can connect you to programs you didn’t even know existed. 💙

Source: Delaware 211

💙 CAREGIVER CORNER: RESPITE IS NOT A LUXURY

Respite care gives caregivers a temporary break to rest, attend appointments, run errands, or simply recharge.

In Delaware, programs are available for:
✔️ Older adults caring for spouses or loved ones
✔️ Grandparents raising grandchildren
✔️ Caregivers supporting someone with dementia, disability, or chronic illness

📍 Delaware respite resources:
• CARE Delaware / DSAAPD: https://www.dati.org/funding/dsaapd.html
• Delaware ADRC Respite Programs: https://delawareadrc.com/resources/
• Grandparent & Relative Caregiver Support: https://delawareadrc.com/iresource/division-of-services-for-aging-adults-with-physical-disabilities-care-delaware-grandparent-older-relative-caregiver-respite/

Taking a break does NOT mean you care less.
It helps you continue caring safely and sustainably. 💙

From health screenings to hot lunches, St. Anthony Senior Center is here for you year-round. Our services support your health, independence, and well-being. Learn more: https://stanthonycenter.org/senior-center

Older Americans Month is underway, but there’s still time to get involved! Find ideas for activities to do on your own or with your community at ACL.gov/OAM.

💙 CAREGIVER CORNER: DID YOU KNOW?

Family caregivers in Delaware provide an estimated $1.89 BILLION worth of unpaid care each year. That includes helping with meals, medications, transportation, appointments, bathing, finances, and emotional support.

And many caregivers are doing it with little to no training.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you are not alone.

📍 Delaware resources that may help:
• Delaware ADRC (Aging & Disability Resource Center): https://delawareadrc.com
• Delaware 211: Dial 211 or text your ZIP code to 898-211
• Caregiver resources: https://delaware211.org/resources/

Sometimes the strongest thing a caregiver can do is ask for support. 💙

Source: AARP Delaware Caregiving Data

Championing your health includes self-advocacy — speaking up about your needs, understanding your options, and making informed decisions. This Older Americans Month, commit to taking charge of your well-being.

Physical activity is essential to good health. No matter how you choose to move, daily activity supports strength, balance, and independence. This Older Americans Month and beyond, champion your health by staying active.