We provide recognition, respite and resources to family caregivers of those with special needs.
Chances are, you know a parent caregiver.
16.3 million
People in the U.S. are a caregiver to a child with special needs
That number is staggering and also a wake up call. Most of us know of someone who is caring for a child with special needs and if you don’t personally know of someone, you can be assured that they are in your neighborhood; probably hiding behind closed doors isolated and exhausted.
Caregivers often project the perception that “everything is okay,” when in fact, it probably is not okay and they would so appreciate having someone reach out and lend a hand. It is our job as a society to surround these caregivers and support them through the difficult times, because a child is only as healthy as the caregiver, and society is only as healthy as the families within it. At The Lucas Project, we care for the caregivers.
Tickets available now for our first caregiver retreat! We want to hug your neck! Join us in West Michigan for a day of rest, renewal, and rejuvenation.
In need of respite care?
The Lucas Project is now providing once monthly respite care for parent caregivers in Western Michigan! Please click the link below to register!
We are also always looking for volunteers to help us provide respite care to families. If you would like to help out, sign up here!
Recommended Resource
If you are looking for hope and encouragement on your caregiver journey, please pick up a copy of the book Caregiving with Grit & Grace written by our founder, Jess Ronne.
Coming Soon!
There is a new documentary in the works! Uncertain will provide a glimpse into the world of parent caregivers desperate search for supported living.
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Are you a parent caregiver who longs for a one stop shop when it comes to navigating the in’s and out’s of resource, and support for you and your loved one? Check out our brand new caregiver resource database which features over 300 nationwide resources, and we add to it weekly!
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