13 Young People and 5 Groups to Be Honored with the Governor’s Youth Volunteer Service Awards at May 24 Ceremony at Polytech
Delaware Health and Social Services | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, May 22, 2017
NEW CASTLE (May 22, 2017) – In recognition of their outstanding service to Delaware, Governor John Carney will honor 13 young people and five groups with the Governor’s Youth Volunteer Service Awards during a ceremony May 24 at the Polytech Adult Education Conference Center in Woodside. “Across the state, I am impressed by the level […]
Delaware’s Foster Grandparent Program Celebrates 50 Years of Service with May 19 Event in Dover; Since 1967, Seniors Have Shared Love, Support and Knowledge with a Total of 70,000 At-Risk Children
Delaware Health and Social Services | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 16, 2017
NEW CASTLE (May 16, 2017) – Hundreds of volunteers, family members, and others involved in Delaware’s Foster Grandparent Program will gather Friday, May 19, at Dover Downs Hotel & Conference Center to celebrate the 50 anniversary of the program in the state. Since 1967, hundreds of Delawareans 55 and older have been meeting one-on-one and […]
Celebrate Healthy Vision Month by Scheduling an Eye Exam
Delaware Health and Social Services | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 9, 2017
NEW CASTLE (May 9, 2017) – When it comes to overall health, patients regularly visit a primary care physician or pediatrician. Regular eye exams are just as important to protect sight and screen for eye disorders and other diseases. According to Prevent Blindness, both the prevalence and cost of vision problems are set to grow […]
DHSS’ Division of Long Term Care Residents Protection and Community Partners Collaborate on Internship Program for Certified Nursing Assistants
Delaware Health and Social Services | Date Posted: Thursday, May 4, 2017
WILMINGTON (May 4, 2017) – The Department of Health and Social Services’ Division of Long Term Care Residents Protection (DLTCRP), New Castle County Vocational Technical School District (NCCVT), Nemours Children’s Health System and Delaware Healthcare Facilities Association (DHCFA) are collaborating on a project for high school students who are certified nursing assistants to intern in […]
DHSS and Delaware State Police Warn of Spike in Overdoses in Western Sussex County; Immediate Assistance Available at 911 or DHSS’ Crisis Helpline
Delaware Health and Social Services | Date Posted: Monday, April 24, 2017
NEW CASTLE (April 22, 2017) – In the wake of a significant increase in heroin overdoses in western Sussex County, including one that was fatal, from Thursday through early Saturday, health and law enforcement officials are warning users, families, treatment providers and health care professionals of the dangerous spike. For users and families who want […]
