Provides short-term and long-term nursing home level care for adults in their home, including memory care and post-accident care. - Provide care when family caregivers are absent - Supplement assisted living care for assisted living residents - Supplement in-home hospice care - Provide safety and companionship for people with memory loss - Prepare meals - Laundry, daily housekeeping and cleaning - Run errands - Drive clients to shopping, worship services, doctor, hairdresser, etc. - Provide companionship and safety for clients with vision loss or memory loss Trained Home Health Aides provide in-home care services, including: - Medication administration - Assistance with transfers and mobility, including use of mechanical lifts - Bathing, toileting, and inconntinence assistance - Monitoring of blood pressure and blood sugar - Administration of oxygen - Tube feeding - Catheter care - Personal care, dressing, and grooming

Adult volunteers are matched with youth to: - Help kids stay in school - Help improve youth's self-esteem - Help youth set career goals - Teach youth how to relate and communicate better with others

Offers educational programs such as: - Best Buy Teen Tech Center: A drop-in space for teens ages 14 - 18 to be creative and develop new skills. The center helps youth expand their interests and discover career paths through technology-based projects in programming, film-making, music production, graphic design, and much more. - Citizenship Classes: Prepare students to pass the United States Citizenship exam successfully. Classes are taught in English only. The class topics include the process of becoming a citizen, United States history and government, interview preparation and practice, study materials, and other resources. - English Language Classes (ESL): Classes open to anyone who would like to improve their English skills. Students learn how to read, write, speak, and understand the English language while also gaining essential life skills that will better prepare them to navigate life in the United States. Classes are offered online on Zoom. - GED Preparation Classes: Help students prepare to take the GED (High School Equivalent) exam. Classes cover all testing subjects, including math, social studies, science, and language arts (grammar and writing). Classes are offered in person, while Math courses are offered online on Zoom. - Youth in Action (YA!): A Latine-focused youth program for 9th - 12th grade students in the Twin Cities Area providing mentorship, leadership development, skill-building opportunities, college preparation, community service-learning projects, and innovative programs.

Offers traditional home care services. Services are flexible and designed to meet client needs. - Assisting with ambulation and helping to prevent falls - Bathing, toileting, and grooming - Cleaning the bathroom and kitchen after use, washing dishes after meals, and mopping the floor - Cleaning the client's home, which includes dusting and vacuuming - Driving and/or accompanying the client to the physician when necessary - Going on walks and encouraging and participating in stimulating activities - Helping with correspondence to family and friends - Making and changing the bed - Medication management - Preparing and serving meals according to the client's dietary needs - Providing hygiene assistance - Providing respite for family caregivers - Providing socialization, friendship, and support for the client - Reminding clients to take their medication - Shopping and performing other household errands - Taking care of personal laundry and bed linens for the client

Children and teens programs designed to be meaningful and fun, most at little or no cost. Programs include: Early Childhood: Provides activities and programs including arts, creative play, outdoor exploration, discovery, and hands-on activities. Many recreation-based, preschool-age programs that will engage and stimulate children's intellectual curiosity while imparting social skills, setting the foundation for a successful transition into Kindergarten. School-age Childcare: Rec Plus provides school-age childcare for children in grades K-6 at neighborhood recreation centers. Rec Plus operates before and after school, on school release days and during the summer, depending on recreation center. Activities include games and sports, arts and crafts, homework help, field trips and nutritious snacks. Must register at Rec Plus location (no online registration). Please contact the recreation center for availability. Teen Programs: - ?Youthline Outreach Mentorship engages youth ages 12-17 in positive leadership experiences and recreational activities while connecting them to adult mentors in the parks. - Teen Teamworks is a summer employment and educational program for youth ages 14-18. - Nite Owlz provides extended teen programming at various recreation centers from 8-11 pm on Friday and Saturday nights. Activities may include open gym, cooking, computer labs and more. - IDEAWERKS is for youth ages 12-18 to learn multimedia production; record audio and video information on a digital media workstation; study music basics and computer software to create music tracks and videos; and produce and record individual multimedia projects. - Village Parks is a unique cultural, linguistic diversity and leadership program for youth ages 14-18. - Sports Leagues: Learn new skills and friendships in a fun and safe environment guided by knowledgeable and supportive coaches. - Pop-Up Parks burst with music, art, games, crafts, books, dance and more, and "pop-up" in neighborhoods throughout Minneapolis. - Youth Advisory Council is a select group of youth leaders to guide and influence recreation programs, youth employment and athletic decisions. Camps: Provides youth sport camps, day camps and specialty camps School Release Day Activities: During Minneapolis Public School's release days children can enjoy a variety of indoor activities, outdoor adventure, field trips and camps Free Meals: Recreation Centers throughout the Minneapolis park system offer free meals year-round to youth ages 18 and younger. Times and types of meals served (breakfast, lunch, snack or dinner) vary by site and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Select sites serve reduced-waste meals, focusing on reducing both food and packaging waste.

Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementia Care - Assistance with activities of daily living - Encouraging engagement - Keeping seniors safe - Managing behavioral symptoms Arthritis Care - Assistance with activities of daily living - Driving to exercise class - Encouraging daily activity - Maintaining a safe environment to avoid falls - Preparation of nutritious meals Companionship and Home Helper - Accompaniment to doctor visits - Grocery shopping - Laundry and linens - Light housekeeping - Meal preparation - Medication reminders - Respite care - Socialization Diabetes Care - Documentation of blood sugar results and encouragement to follow doctor recommendations for glucose results that are too high or too low - Encouraging foot care - Help scheduling doctor appointments, and transportation to and from appointments - Implementation of action plan if a diabetic emergency arises - Planning and preparation of a well-balanced diet based on recommendations of doctor or diabetes educator - Prompting to check blood sugar levels regularly - Reminders to take scheduled medications Hospice Support - Respite for family caregivers - Supplemental support Personal Services - Bathing - Dressing - Incontinence care - Mobility assistance Transitional Care - Hospital discharge assistance - Prescription pick-up - Transportation A few hours at a time, 24-hour and live-in care available.

Provides mentorship services for youth and adults including academic guidance for students or career advice for adults and supportive services that foster a positive influence and help them navigate various aspects of their lives.

Provides a mentoring program for youth ages 12-18 in grades 6 - 12. Every youth is matched with a mentor who meets with them one-on-one each month. Includes recreational activities for youth to part take in groups of 10.

Volunteer opportunities include: - Friendly visitor - Reading to residents, helping to write letters playing games, visiting or pet visits. - Assisting at Activities - Bingo, cards, crafts - Presenting programs- Special music - Assisting residents around the building and from activities or programs around the building. - Staff our Gift Shop and helping with coffee hour

Mentoring program that matches youth ages 5 - 16 with positive adult role models

Specialized emergency shelter, supportive housing, and mental health services to youth who are commercially sexually exploited, trafficked, or at high risk of sexual exploitation. DHS-licensed housing programs for eligible youth include emergency shelter (The Loft) and group residential housing (Sol House) Mental health support services: - Trauma-informed therapy - Substance abuse recovery support - Peer support groups

Program includes: - Summer Art Day camps and residential camping - Mentoring - Jump Start summer youth pre-employment job readiness program (ages 11 - 13) - Dance classes (hip hop, jazz and African) for youth ages 7 - 15 - Visual arts (ceramics, drawing, photography and painting) - Kids College tutoring program - Cooking (healthy snacks and simple meals) - Cosmetology (hair braiding and manicures) - Jewelry making - Movies - Bingo - Support groups (drugs, relationships, sex and decision - making) - Field trips - After school drop-in program

Serves students referred by Minneapolis Public Schools with tutoring, mentoring, and academic supports.

Provides or arranges support required to continue living at home as long as possible. Support uses program staff, volunteers, and/or paid nursing staff. Services: - Advocacy - Caregiver support group - Corresponding assistance - Diabetes support group - Friendly visiting and telephone reassurance - Health education - Home repairs and lawn/garden services - Information and referral - In-town and out-of-town assisted transportation - Light housekeeping and chores - Respite for primary caregivers and/or family members - Shopping/errand assistance - Social activities

Grace Place Outreach is a mentoring program for pregnant persons and families offering support and connections to services to help families live spiritually wholesome, safe, healthy, and productive lives and thrive within the community. Services may include: access to baby clothing and maternity clothing (limited); information on nutrition and meal planning, parenting, prenatal care, budgeting, and exercise; arts and crafts instruction; help with seeking employment; and support groups. People interested in serving as mentors for clients are welcomed.

Offers a variety of support groups. - Abuse Tuesdays: Provides a safe place for those recovering from an abusive relationship. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Cancer Support Group: For individuals with cancer or their loved ones. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Codependency: Encourages the development of healthy boundaries for individuals who experience an emotional or psychological reliance on someone else, possibly due to an illness or addiction. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Divorce Care: For individuals who are divorced, separated, or in the process of divorce. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Freedom from Addictions and Abuse: Provides a safe place for individuals recovering from addictions related to gambling, drugs, alcohol, food, and more. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Freedom from Anxiety: Support for people struggling with anxiety. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - GriefShare: Offers support and encouragement for those who are grieving the death of a loved one. Provided at the Lakeville, Shakopee, and Northfield campuses. - Grief's Road to Emmaus: Provides care and support for those experiencing the loss of a child. Provided at all campuses. - Hispanic Spanish Life and Faith Group: Provides a supportive environment for people looking to make healthier choices in life and their faith journey. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Men's Purity group: Provides healthy steps toward freedom from pornography and sexual addictions. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - TreeHouse for Teens: Provides mentoring for youth ages 10 -18 to receive support, guidance, and practical skills in making better choices. Provided at the Lakeville campus. - Victory Over the Struggles of Life: Provides a supportive and encouraging environment for people encountering depression, emotional stress, boundary issues, mental health, and more. Provided at the Lakeville campus.

Provides a confidential and anonymous peer-to-peer approach to mental health recovery, support and wellness. Calls are answered by a team of professionally trained Certified Peer Specialists, who have first hand experience living with a mental health condition.

Volunteers visit homebound, isolated adults and provide vital assistance and companionship to improve their quality of life, doing what a friend would do for a friend. Volunteers receive a small stipend, food and mileage reimbursement while providing a minimum of 5 hours per week of Companion visitation.

Partners with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) to support military members, veterans, and their families in maintaining their wellbeing through CORE which stands for Casework, Outreach, Referral, and Education. CORE services can foster greater peace of mind and resiliency, support the development of new skills to cope with challenges, and improve relationships. Services include: Behavioral Health Counseling - Deployment and reintegration support - Diagnostic assessment - Family counseling and support - Individual and couples counseling - Trauma-focused behavioral therapy Caregiver Support and Respite - Caregiver coaching and counseling - Caregiver respite - Caregiver support groups - Caregiver training and education - Emergency planning for caregivers - Telephone reassurance Case Management - Case managers assess each individual's situation and create a personalized plan identifying services and resources found at Lutheran Social Services or through a network of providers across Minnesota Financial Counseling - Budgeting - Credit Improvement - Debt Management - Homebuyer Education - Student Loan Counseling Homeless Initiative - Referrals to short and long term shelter options Support Groups - Men's Veterans PTSD Support Group - Women's Support Group for Family Members of Veterans

Offers onsite youth development activities year-round. Direct services provided to youth and families include these core elements: - Literacy focus: literacy interventions are customized to meet the unique needs of each child. - Caring adult tutors: highly-trained, culturally-competent volunteers provide a consistent, 4-hour weekly dosage of programming throughout the year. - Social asset development: youth-driven service learning projects are designed to build competence, confidence, connections, and community. - Strong family engagement: parents are equipped with new skills that bolster their role in advancing their children's learning. - Youth voice: youth are empowered to set behavior expectations, work with their tutors to develop their own goals, and shape program offerings through evaluation. - 21st century skill-building: the program works to build digital literacy and integrates technology, such as laptops and e-readers, to enhance literacy.

Support groups are available for individuals experiencing vision loss, offering a place to connect with others experiencing vision loss and share ideas. Each group meets monthly and transportation assistance is available. Peer-to-Peer Mentor Network matches individuals struggling emotionally with a mentor who has also walked that journey.

Chore Services helps individuals with tasks around the house/apartment and yard so they can remain living independently. Common chores include: - Friendly visiting - Grocery order/delivery - Home maintenance (bathroom accessibility, carpentry; grab bar installation; interior/exterior painting; minor plumbing; railings; ramps; roof and gutter repairs; smoke alarms; window replacement) - Housekeeping - Lawn care - Packing/moving - Pet care - Seasonal clean-up - Snow removal - Transportation

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.

Veterans employment services includes: - Assessment for marketable skills - Career planning - Job search and application help - Other support services Coordinate Salute Southern MN program for duty soldiers, guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families. Offers: - Networking events. Meet real employers and make connections - On-going career advancement. Engage with employers in the career fields that you're interested in - Mentorship. mentors help with navigating career, family, and life challenges

Promotes youth development by instilling a sense of accomplishment, competence, belonging, and usefulness. Programs: - Academic success: Goal is for every member to graduate on time with a plan for their future, whether that plan is post-secondary or a career. Homework help, tutoring, mentoring, chess club, computer classes, and career exploration. - Character and leadership: Offers programs designed to help members practice and strengthen leadership and problem-solving skills. Community service and support groups. - Healthy lifestyles: Programs help members learn how to engage in positive behaviors, set personal goals and grow into self-sufficient adults who can make healthy choices. Yoga, exercise classes, gardening instruction, and gym time. - The arts: Offers a variety of arts programming so that members can learn to express themselves through visual arts, applied arts and performing arts in a safe space. Painting, drawing, and bracelet making.