About Family SHADE

Family SHADE is a community-building initiative, led by the voices of Delaware families. It is made up of three main activities:

• The Family SHADE Leadership Network (FSLN), a community of parents, family members and caregivers of children and youth with special healthcare needs
• A learning community comprised of free training and workshop opportunities
• A mini grant program to provide funds and technical support to community-based organizations serving Delaware children and youth

Family SHADE is housed at the University of Delaware Center for Disabilities Studies. This work is funded by the Delaware Division of Public Health.