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"Looking back with gratitude,looking ahead with purpose." As another year is coming to a close, December offers us a perfect moment to pause and reflect on how far we’ve come and to look forward with excitement to the bright future ahead. At CHEER, we’ve experienced a year defined by transformation, teamwork, and progress. Every milestone …

Lewes Rehoboth Moose Lodge #646 Donates $1,000 to CHEER, Inc. Donation to be split between Milton and Harbour Lights Lewes CHEER Senior Activity Centers Pictured in photo are (front row): James Layton, Cristina Tunnell (Director, Harbour Lights CHEER) , Ashlyn Elliott (Director, Milton CHEER), Rosa Lopez, and  Mark Wing. Second row (one person is completely …

Now you can plan your Friday Special Lunches for the entire month of December. It all looks sooo good you almost want to take a bite right now. Click Here to Download Lunch Flyer The Special Lunch is available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at CHEER’s Sand Hill Café located at 20520 Sand Hill …

Nonperishable Food Pantry and Pet Food Donations. Not only do many of the home-bound seniors in Sussex County receive meals, but, many times, they will share their food with their furry companions. Your nonperishable food and pet food donation will go a long way to the well-being of both the home-bound seniors and their comforting …

On Tuesday, October 28, CHEER held a groundbreaking ceremony for a major expansion of its 34-acre CHEER Gateway East Senior Residential Village. The event was held at the CHEER Community Center in Georgetown and featured remarks from distinguished guests, including Delaware State Housing Administration (DSHA) Director Matthew Heckles and State Senator Brian Pettyjohn. Other elected …

CHEER is pleased to announce that our Coastal Leisure Senior Activity Center in Ocean View has been nominated for “Community Spirit – Best Initiative” Award! This award will be presented to a business member who has adopted and executed a mission that extends beyond a successful business model. The new award is given to a …

CHEER partners with Sussex County In Creative New Program Offering “Fresh And Ready” Meals On October 1, the Sussex County Kitchen Incubator launched the Feeding Every Delawarean program, which will partner local food entrepreneurs with CHEER to produce and distribute meals throughout the community. Members of the Incubator, which serves as a commercial kitchen for …

Arthritis (inflamed joints) is the leading cause of disability in the United States. At least half of older adults have arthritis. This disease limits the ability of millions of older adults to walk, climb stairs, bend, or kneel, or do daily activities. Arthritis also can make daily work routines more challenging. Black people and people …

Most of us know that physical activity is a valuable part of an overall body wellness plan, but how often do you consider your brain in that planning? Studies indicate we can reduce the risk of cognitive decline by choosing key lifestyle habits—such as engaging in regular cardiovascular exercise to elevate the heart rate and …