CHEER, Inc.
At CHEER, Inc., we’re on a mission to combat food insecurity and social isolation among Sussex County’s senior population, empowering adults aged 50+ to live healthier, happier, and more independent lives. Through innovative programs and compassionate services, we address the unique challenges of aging with dignity and grace.
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Together, we can support the needs of the aging in Sussex County!
With the importance of the CHEER programs in the lives of seniors in Sussex County, CHEER is asking for your donation to support services as we near the end of the 2nd year of the pandemic. Prior to the pandemic, CHEER held fundraising events such as Beach Day and Frontier Festival. Large groups of seniors and service providers from throughout the state raised funds in support of CHEER services to the aging population of Delaware’s southern-most county. The pandemic caused the seniors to lose these opportunities for socialization for the past 2 years. With your donation, CHEER can provide events again to bring both seniors and volunteers back to CHEER and enrich their lives.
About CHEER, Inc.
Mission: At CHEER, Inc., we’re on a mission to combat food insecurity and social isolation among Sussex County’s senior population, empowering adults aged 50+ to live healthier, happier, and more independent lives. Through innovative programs and compassionate services, we address the unique challenges of aging with dignity and grace.
CHEER, Inc.: Fighting Hunger and Social Isolation Among Sussex County Seniors
Our Impact:
- Eliminating Food Insecurity: CHEER provides thousands of nutritious meals each week, both in our vibrant Activity Centers and through our life-saving Meals on Wheels program for homebound seniors. No one in Sussex County should face hunger, especially our elders.
- Combating Social Isolation: We create opportunities for seniors to connect, grow, and thrive through engaging activities like arts and crafts, exercise classes, entertainment, Bible study, Memory Café sessions, and so much more. For those seniors who cannot leave their homes, the smiling face of a Meals on Wheels delivery volunteer may be the light of their day.
- Promoting Independence: From in-home personal assistance and adult day programs to reliable transportation services, CHEER ensures seniors have the support they need to remain active and independent in their homes and communities.
- Building a Community: Our eight CHEER Activity Centers, located in Georgetown, Greenwood, Lewes, Long Neck, Milton, Ocean View, and Roxana, serve as hubs of friendship, wellness, and fun. Seniors gather here for meals, local trips, volunteer opportunities, support groups, and enriching educational sessions.
With a 50 plus year legacy of care and service, CHEER is more than just a safety net—it’s a lifeline for Sussex County seniors. Your generous support helps us fight hunger, break the chains of loneliness, and deliver hope and dignity to those who’ve given so much to our communities. Together, we can ensure no senior is left hungry and alone.
County Served: Sussex
Office Location(s): Georgetown
Sector: Family Services; Food, Agriculture, & Nutrition; Human Services; Seniors; Transportation
