Designed for people who choose to remain at home with families and loved ones. Provides structure, guidance, and ideas to help the individual while supporting health and safety needs. Also offers services and training to aid family members and caregivers. In-home support topics and training services include: - Academics - Behavior support and intervention - Community participation - Crisis and safety planning - Effective communication - Financial planning - Individual and family resilience - Parenting skills - Peer relationships - Risk and safety - Self-advocacy - Self-control - Skill, behavior, and risk assessments - Transition

Provides a free online platform to coordinate caregivers who are concerned about an older adult in their lives with shared calendars, communication tools, document center, and more.?? Services include: - Access to supportive resources for caregivers - Building a caregiving team online, including family, friends, professionals, and volunteers - Finding and comparing local, community-based resources - Help with tools, tips, and resources on transportation, wellness, safety, security, and more - Managing care schedules and communication with the care team online

The Hamline Midway Elders Living At Home Block Nurse Program provides or arranges support for elder neighbors to assist them in living at home as long as possible. This support, which may otherwise not be available, uses the program's small staff, volunteers and/or paid nursing staff. Services include: - Caregiver coaching and support groups - Community Gardening - Door-to-door transportation, both assisted and non-assisted, provided by volunteers. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. Accessible vehicles can be requested. - Elders resource list of meal and grocery delivery, handyman services, modifications, etc. available by phone or Internet - Exercise classes - Friendly visiting - Health education classes and events - In-home eldercare assessment and resource recommendation - In-home Internet/computer tutorial - Linkage to county services - Nursing referrals - Phone visiting - Respite care - Seasonal raking and snow shoveling - Shopping assistance up to twice a month - Spring/Fall yard clean-ups - Volunteer opportunities

- Caregiver support groups; check website for groups and locations - Lunch & Learn gatherings for seniors provides socialization and educational opportunities - Powerful Tools for Caregivers and Matter of Balance trainings provided within the county

- Educational forums about caregiving provided to the community - In-home Respite Services: Volunteer provides companionship for adult care recipients for 2 - 4 hours per week. Provides respite from caregiving responsibilities to individuals providing 24 hours/7 days a week care. - Powerful Tools for Caregivers Classes: 6 sessions designed to provide caregivers with skills they need to take care of themselves - The Gathering: Out-of-home group respite program for caregivers and adult care receivers. Gives caregivers the opportunity to have several hours' respite. Members of Anoka County faith communities have the opportunity to share in the care of the community's seniors. Volunteers supervised by a registered nurse operate the program. Participants enjoy fellowship, lunch and activities while caregivers enjoy support group meetings, education and time away from caregiving. Caregivers may attend support group meetings whether their loved ones participate in The Gathering or not.

Advocacy and support for students and families whose students are receiving special education services or are on 504 plans. Services include: - Community education on disability related topics - Individualized Education Plan (IEP)/school advocacy - Information and referral - Provides training for parents and other interested persons to help with a better understanding of the special education process and navigate the system more independently

- Transitions: Navigating Life's Events Together (9:30 am - 10:30 am or 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, 1st Wednesday of the month at North Shore Area Partners. Also offered 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm, 3rd Wednesday of the month at Clair Nelson Center, 6866 Cramer Rd, Finland, MN 55603) - Parkinson's support group (1st Wednesdays, 10:30 am - 11:30 am) - Caregiver and grief support programming - Individual meetings and support (caregiver consulting) - Caregiver education - Respite services - Resource assistance and advocacy

Individual support for seniors, 60 years and older - Transportation - Education (Powerful Tools for Caregivers, Matter of Balance, etc) - Information and referral services

Provides Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer's Caregiver Health (REACH). This program is an approach used by caregiver consultants to support family members and others who are caring for someone with Alzhiemer's disease or a related dementia. The goals are to teach caregivers how to reduce stress, solve problems, and manage difficult behaviors the person with memory loss may display; as well as to help caregivers feel confident in the care they provide and improve their ability to cope. After the caregiver completes the REACH assessment, 4 core sessions are offered and tailored to what the caregiver most needs. The caregiver consultant holds the sessions in person (though alternative service options may be available via phone) typically over 2 - 3 months.

Provides Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer's Caregiver Health (REACH). This program is an approach used by caregiver consultants to support family members and others who are caring for someone with Alzhiemer's disease or a related dementia. The goals are to teach caregivers how to reduce stress, solve problems, and manage difficult behaviors the person with memory loss may display; as well as to help caregivers feel confident in the care they provide and improve their ability to cope. After the caregiver completes the REACH assessment, 4 core sessions are offered and tailored to what the caregiver most needs. The caregiver consultant holds the sessions in person (though alternative service options may be available via phone) typically over 2 - 3 months.

Assists older adults and caregivers maintain their health, wellbeing, and independent. Seniors, older adults, adults with mental, physical and chronic health conditions and their caregivers have access to a variety of healthy aging and caregiving services, support and resources. Services include: - Caregiver respite - Consultation - Peer support groups

Provides the following services: - Accompaniment to medical appointments - Assessment of needs - Care coordination and consultation by licensed nurses and social workers - Caregiver coaching - Facilitation of family meetings and professional care conferences - Information and referral to services - Liaison for family members with health care providers - On call only services that provide 24/7 support and guidance in the event of a crisis - Review of current Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance coverage, providing explanation of benefits and assistance with organizing and submitting health insurance claims and/or hospital bills

Program purpose is to support and empower seniors and caregivers by addressing their individual needs and preferences, enabling them to live safely and independently in their own homes, and communities, as long as possible - Assistance with MNsure - Confidential home visits - Eligibility determination and helping to complete forms for: - County benefits - Energy assistance - Medicaid and Medicare D - Home delivered meals - Home phone discounts and free cell phone program - Prescription drug discount programs - SNAP/EBT program - Help caregivers identify and meet needs of care receiver - Information and referral for: - Financial, legal and insurance issues - Health and safety - Housing - Long-term care consultation - Respite care and companionship - Ongoing contact and support - Training for caregivers

Education, counseling, and respite services for caregivers

Caregiver consulting: Professional assistance providing information, assessment, education, coordination, and training for caregivers and care receivers Caregiver relief: Coordinates volunteer help for the person who cares for a chronically ill home-bound loved one. Allows the caregiver time to attend to other tasks and provides contact for the home-bound person Caregiver support group: Helps spouses and family members with changes in the family unit; once a month in both Ely and Babbitt Friendly visits: Volunteer visits for area residents who might be homebound or just alone and want or need contact with the greater community Grocery delivery: Available for those who find it difficult or unsafe to navigate local grocery stores. Volunteers will deliver groceries to the home Northwoods memory care program: Guides clients and their families through Alzheimer's by helping to reduce stress and increasing family support Tasty Tuesday: Provides a class to older adults at no cost at the Ely senior center. The class provides healthy recipes, food preparation, and more. Availability is limited. Volunteer Rides: Coordinates rides that are not available through other services for local and long distance medical appointments, meetings, errands, and social events.

- Respite Care: Respite care is provided by trained volunteers to provide caregivers the support they need. Schedules are arranged for volunteer visits. - Education sessions on topics such as conflict resolution between the caregiver and the rest of the family, personal property of the person being cared for, Dementia/Alzheimer's, stroke, and other related conditions

Encourages independent living for elderly refugees by empowering their caregivers. CAPI works with caregivers who provide for their elderly relatives, serving as a resource to help with economic, social, and medical difficulties often associated with caring for their loved ones. Services include: - Educational caregiver workshops on stress relief, legal, and financial services - Information, resources, referral, and support services - Monthly caregiver support group - Personal Care Assistant skill building and training

Caregiver Services: - Caregiver consulting, information and referrals - Caregiver support group - Educational program for family caregivers ?- Memory care caregiver education and networking - Respite care and companion services ?

Provides assistance to family caregivers with chronically-ill family members 60 years of age or older: - In-home and out-of-home non-medical respite care - Caregiver coaching and counseling - Family mediation - Discussion groups - Caregiver workshops and classes - Mental health counseling

Provides Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer's Caregiver Health (REACH). This program is an approach used by caregiver consultants to support family members and others who are caring for someone with Alzhiemer's disease or a related dementia. The goals are to teach caregivers how to reduce stress, solve problems, and manage difficult behaviors the person with memory loss may display; as well as to help caregivers feel confident in the care they provide and improve their ability to cope. After the caregiver completes the REACH assessment, 4 core sessions are offered and tailored to what the caregiver most needs. The caregiver consultant holds the sessions in person (though alternative service options may be available via phone) typically over 2 - 3 months.

Provides resources for seniors living alone as well as caregivers needing support. Services are designed to help maintain independence as long as feasible. Home-based services provided according to availability of volunteers and staff: - Assisted Transportation: Short distance volunteer drivers provide help to access medical appointments, groceries, pharmacy, etc. Limitations and restrictions apply. - Companionship: Home visits provided by volunteers to provide non-medical support to encourage socialization - Homemaking: Indoor light housekeeping services include mild laundry services, floor care, kitchen/bathroom cleaning and other indoor help. Light "fix it" services (i.e. changing light bulbs, smoke detector batteries, etc.), meal preparation, menu planning, picking up groceries and medications, help with organizing bills, etc. Supportive programs: - Caregiver Consulting: Helps caregivers manage and live their lives while caring for another person, develop individualized plans and connect with resources in the community - Caregiver Support Groups: Professionally facilitated, confidential environment for caregivers to share concerns, feelings regarding their role as caregiver and to learn from each other - In-Home Respite: Home visits by volunteers who visit with care receiver to temporarily relieve the caregiver. (Services are not home health aide, medical or PCA). - Social Respite: Memory Cafe meets once a month providing conversation, tactile arts/crafts projects, exercise, music and games to temporarily relieve the caregiver while providing socialization for care receivers

Short-term relief for caregivers while they are absent or unable to provide care for their relatives or friends. Provides non-medical, in-home services for persons 60 years of age or older in their home: - Caregiver coaching and counseling - Caregiver support groups - Group respite care - In-home respite care - Workshops, classes, retreats, and other activities

Caregiver Support: Caregiver counselors available to provide support for caregivers to continue caring for a loved one and care for themselves. Counselors assist with making decisions and problem-solving related to caregiving. This includes individual or family counseling, support groups, and caregiver training and education. Services including: - Assessing assistance and referrals - Assisting with the coordination and planning for supportive services - Decision making by providing support and expertise - Developing an informal caregiver support network - Developing individualized plans for caregiving - Exploring personal lifestyle and the impact of caregiving on health status, relationships, and finances - Identifying your needs and preferences - Problem-solving - Self-advocacy Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer's Caregiver Health (REACH) - service focused on those who care for someone with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. REACH is delivered over a two- to three-month time period, including four core consulting sessions with the caregiver, either face to face or by telephone. Support group for people with a dementia diagnosis and care partners, friends/family 2nd Tuesday of each month Hope United Methodist Church 301 West St Marie Street, Duluth, MN 1:30 pm - 3 pm Training for businesses and caregivers: Dementia Friendly at Work training includes information about dementia and related diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, how to communicate with customers and caregivers, and how to create a friendly physical space within the business. Works with organization to identify and implement changes needed to better assist their customers and their loved ones. Evidence-based programs helps promote self-management and understanding those with chronic health conditions (such as diabetes and chronic pain), fall prevention, and encourage improving the overall state of well-being through education, fitness instruction, and resources. Volunteer training: provides videos to ensure volunteer experience. Videos include: - Taking a grocery order - Grocery shopping- Ride scheduler (transportation)

We provide support, resources and counseling to Caregivers so that you can take care of yourself while caring for your family member or friend. CARE also helps connect caregivers and seniors with services in the community to meet their individual needs, thereby maintaining and extending independent living.

Staff are available for speaking engagements pertaining to Tamarisk, Inc.'s mission specifically, or issues regarding the consequences of life-threatening illness for the individual and family from a non-medical perspective, caregiver wellbeing, or grief and loss