Shelter Island Homecare Foundation
What We Do
Awards for CNA and HHA certification and degree programs, open to East End residents, with mentorship and job-placement guidance.
Certified nurse aide and home health aide preparation, continuing education, and skills development taught by experienced clinicians.
Community workshops on family caregiving fundamentals, fall prevention, home safety, and understanding memory loss.
Senior wellness and health screenings, partnerships with faith and civic groups, and food and essentials drives.
Local caregiver workforce studies, best-practice care guidelines, and shared findings with community partners.
Policy education, caregiver workforce advocacy, and awareness campaigns to advance homecare at the local and state level.
Friendly visiting, event and program support, and skills-based volunteering opportunities for community members.
Short-term care funding, connection to local services, and compassionate guidance for families navigating a crisis.
Your support funds more scholarships, more training, and more community impact.