Hidden Heroes
Edenville Township is proud to support military and veteran caregivers, our community’s hidden heroes, as an Elizabeth Dole Foundation Hidden Heroes City. Founded by Senator Elizabeth Dole in 2012, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and it’s Hidden Heroes Campaign brings vital attention to the untold stories of military caregivers and provides a network for military caregivers to connect with their peers and access carefully vetted resources. If you are a military or veteran caregiver, please visit hiddenheroes.org to discover hundreds of carefully vetted resources and an online peer support community exclusively for caregivers.
Resources & Links
Resources to share with military & veteran caregivers
- AARP Prepare to Care Guide for Military Caregivers
- Hidden Heroes Resource Directory
- Caregiver Journey Map
- AT&T Access Low-Cost Internet
- Comcast Low-Cost Internet
Resources for your community to reference
- Hidden Heroes Cities & Counties 2-page Overview
- Hidden Heroes Toolkit
- Elizabeth Dole Foundation & Hidden Heroes Overview
- RAND Report (Executive Summary)
Additional Resources
Hidden Heroes Cities and Counties Menu
Being a Hidden Heroes City or County is more than just signing a pledge to recognize military caregivers. Use this new menu of ideas as a starting point to support and engage caregivers in your community. We are happy to collaborate on activities and may even have funding available to support your efforts. Please see the link or attached flyer to get started. Click here to view!
Caregiver No-Cost Respite Opportunity
Respite relief gives a caregiver time. EDF has joined with CareLinx and the Department of Veterans Affairs to offer a 35 hour no-cost respite opportunity for military and veteran caregivers. Respite services can include meals, transportation, cleaning, and more; and are often provided within the home. Services can be arranged for as little as an afternoon, or for several days or weeks. Caregivers can click here to apply!
COVID-19 Caregiver Response Resources
EDF continues to monitor the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on military and veteran caregivers. If caregivers in your community are struggling from the pandemic, please visit our website for updated coronavirus resources and support materials tailored specifically for caregivers.
- Mobile Vaccine Clinic Opportunity: If your city or county is interested in hosting a VA mobile vaccine clinic, please reach out to lhaxton@elizabethdolefoundation.org to get connected.
Connect With Us
Follow the Elizabeth Dole Foundation on social media for regular updates on Hidden Heroes Cities events and activities.
