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Support Groups - CentraCare - Rice Memorial Hospital

Offers events, classes, and support groups related to: - Cancer - Grief - Pre-diabetes

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Cancer
Diabetes
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups

Pet Loss Support - Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement

Provides supportive services for individuals who have experienced the loss of a beloved companion animal. Services include: - Chat room: Offers free, scheduled, live sessions online in a group chat platform with trained volunteer pet loss specialists who are available to offer support for those grieving the loss or anticipating the loss of a beloved companion animal - Curated listing of recommended readings on various pet and animal topics such as pet loss and euthanasia - Information directory: Provides a comprehensive listing of service providers who are local and online that provide animal chaplain services, animal hospitals, in-home euthanasia, no-charge support groups, partnerships, pet cemeteries, pet loss counselors, pet loss support groups, and other resources - Online video support group program: An online group video session hosted by a pet loss grief support specialist that provides a safe and private space to meet others who are going through similar loss of a beloved companion animal. Visit website to view the video support group schedule. - Offers volunteer opportunities including hosting chat rooms and other administrative positions. Volunteers must complete an APLB Pet Loss Grief Specialist training and participate in a brief internship program prior to starting.

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Pet Loss Support Groups
Counseling/Information Support Volunteer Opportunities
Web Based Discussion Groups/Live Chat
Computer/Internet Services Volunteer Opportunities
Directory/Resource List Publication

Supportive Services - SAVE- Suicide Awareness Voices of Education

Supportive services including: - Literature on suicide prevention and depressive illness - Support group information for survivors of suicide

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Suicide Loss Survivors Support Groups
Chronic/Severe Mental Illness
Families/Friends of Suicides
Support Group Clearinghouses
Major Depression
Suicide Prevention Programs
Suicide Attempt Survivors

Support Groups and Education - Allina Health - Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Offers various education sessions and support groups on a variety of health-related topics such as: - Diabetes education and support groups - Grief support groups for general bereavement; specialty group available for pregnancy and infant loss - Reach to Recovery: the American Cancer Society offers support for women and men who have had a mastectomy or lumpectomy - Support group for expectant fathers; Dad's First and Expectant Fathers - Weight loss surgery information and support - Women's-Only Cardiac Support Group

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Mastectomy Patients
Obesity
Weight Management
Breast Cancer
General Health Education Programs
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Disease/Disability Information
Heart Disease
Expectant Fathers
Diabetes

Grief Support - Trinity Lutheran Church - Owatonna

Support group for people experiencing grief to cope with everyday grieving and the difficulties of birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays

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General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups

Elder Services - Division of Indian Work

Program provides a variety of services for the elders in the Native American community. - Access to food - Grandparents as Caregivers: Provides support and resources to grandparents who are primary caregivers of a child/ren under the age of 18 years - Social events - Transportation for elders with mobility issues - Widows Support Group

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Disability Related Transportation
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Ethnic Oriented Social Clubs
Widow/Widower Support Groups

Therapeutic and Peer Support Group Services - Grief Club of Minnesota, The

Services include: - Individual counseling on grief and healing - Family counseling on the death of a family member or a close loved one - Peer grief support groups in a community-based model to find hope and connection. Uses a philosophy of whole-family care to equip individuals and families with coping strategies and communication skills to heal together. - Trauma and crisis response to assist individuals and groups in crisis. Counselors provide leadership, debriefing sessions, and coordination of meaningful response to those impacted by the crisis and traumatic event.

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Individual Counseling
Grief and Loss Issues
Bereavement and Grief Counseling
In Person Crisis Intervention
Family Counseling
Bereavement and Grief Support Groups

Retreat Center - Child Loss Foundation

Offers a retreat center for families and couples who are grieving the loss of a child or have a child with a medically complex condition. Provides a peaceful environment to refresh the mind and spirit, reflect on the past, renew strength for the present, build hope for the future, and connect with other families dealing with similar situations.

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Bereaved Parent Support Groups
Retreat Centers

Grief Support Group - Community Memorial Hospital - Cloquet

Adult grief support group

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General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups

Grief Support Group - Compassionate Friends - Owatonna

Peer support group for people who have experienced the death of a child

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Bereaved Parent Support Groups

Self Help Group for Grieving - Compassionate Friends - New Ulm

Self-help group offering assistance to bereaved families who have experienced the death of a child. Through discussion and sharing, participants help themselves and each other work through grief and learn about the grieving process. Programs include: - Compassionate Friends Newsletter - Lending library of grief-related books and video library - Remembrance Tree at holiday time

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Agency Based Libraries/Resource Centers
Bereaved Parent Support Groups
Newsletters

Pregnancy Resources - Aurora Resource Center

Confidential, pro-life services include the following: - CPR and First Aid training - Crisis hotline - Earn While You Learn: Empowers families through education, skills, and material assistance. When clients complete lessons, "baby bucks" are earned to spend in a boutique - Infant massage - Information about pregnancy, abortion risks, and adoption - Limited ultrasounds - Nutrition and cooking classes - Parenting and abstinence education - Post-abortion care and bereavement support - Pregnancy tests - Referrals to area agencies for medical care, housing, employment, education, etc. - Sexually Transmitted Infection - STI information and referrals for testing

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Prenatal Evaluation
Pro-Life Pregnancy Counseling
Resource Passports for Newborns
Pregnancy Testing
Nutrition Education
Crisis Pregnancy Hotlines
Postabortion Counseling
CPR Instruction
Sexuality/Reproductive Health Education
General Expectant/New Parent Assistance
General First Aid Instruction
Parenting Skills Classes
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Adoption Counseling and Support

Social Membership Programs - 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults

- Billiards room - Computer lab/technology learning center - Crafts including ceramics and painting instruction - Federal Funded Meal Program - Lunches and Grocery Services for Low Income Seniors: For older adults over age 65. Members are permitted to eat their meal onsite, in designated social spaces. - Games (including cards) - Library with books in large print - Meeting space available for reservation for events/conferences - Music - Movies - Pickleball - Ping pong - Social groups including knitting and quilting - Special events and trips - Support Groups: Cancer, diabetes, grief, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's caregivers, recovery and self care - Virtual Outreach: Partnership between 125 LIVE and Elder Network to reach out via Zoom and phone calls to seniors in need of socialization

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Agency Based Libraries/Resource Centers
Friendly Telephoning
Painting Instruction
Parkinson's Disease
Public Access Computers/Tools
Meeting Space
Ceramics Instruction
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Diabetes
Film Presentations
Large Print Materials/Collections
Multiple Sclerosis
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Field Trips/Excursions
Cancer
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Quilting Clubs
Billiards/Pool/Snooker
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Knitting Clubs

Youth Services - Tubman

Provides violence prevention, intervention, support, outreach services, and leadership opportunities for youth in residential and community settings. Provides a variety of services to youth of all genders who have experienced relationship violence, sexual assault or exploitation, stalking, or homelessness. Programs include: Movement for Violence Prevention (MVP): Leadership development activities to assist youth-led community engagement, skill enhancement, peer connections, and tools for change to prevent youth violence. Inspiring Youth: A year-long, intensive, community-based program for youth ages 10 - 17 and their families who have been impacted by violence. Youth workers provide comprehensive and culturally responsive mentorship, support, and access to services, activities, and leadership opportunities. Youth Site-Based and Community-Based Housing: Transitional housing for youth and young adults who are victims of violence and exploitation, including sex trafficking. Safety planning and support are provided. Voices in Prevention (VIP): A 6-week violence prevention curriculum serving middle and high school students. Curriculum might also include support groups, one-on-one sessions, peer mediation, and service learning. Youth Safety Plans: Specialized safety plans for youth NorthStar Youth Outreach Center: A drop-in center for homeless youth offering advocacy, safety planning, and connections to additional community resources. The center also offers: - Assistance with housing - Assistance with career and education planning - Computer lab - Counseling - Creative art spaces - Food and snacks - Laundry access - Supplies and clothing

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Bereaved Child Support Groups
Homeless Drop In Centers
Dating Violence Prevention
General Clothing Provision
Youth Violence Prevention
Transitional Housing/Shelter
Youth Centers
Laundry Facilities
Housing Search Assistance

Classes and Events - HealthPartners - Hutchinson Health Hospital

Provide a variety of events and classes for education and support. Classes may include: - Advance Care Planning - Pre-Diabetes classes - Pregnancy and infant loss support group

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Diabetes
Bereaved Parent Support Groups
Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care
Pregnancy/Childbirth Support Groups
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Veterinary Care - University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center

Hospital veterinary care and emergency care for both small and large animals. Do not refer for routine veterinary care. Services provided: - Anesthesia - Emergency and critical care - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - Oncology and radiation therapy - Veterinary labs and more Companion Animal Love, Loss and Memories - CALLM: Biweekly bereavement group for those grieving the loss of a pet. Meets 6:30 pm - 8 pm on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month (some adjustments to accommodate holidays). Call to confirm the schedule before attending. Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center, 1964 Fitch Avenue, Room 115, St. Paul, 55108. Space is limited. To reserve a seat and for more information, call Veterinary Social Services at (612)624-9372.

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Pet Loss Support Groups
Sick Animal Care
Emergency Veterinary Services

Grief Support - Bri's Lodge

Services include: - Companioning: Grief companions provide a space for individuals to share their feelings in response to their profound loss. Companioning is anchored in respecting and exploring the uniqueness of loss while allowing individuals to share their grief and how it impacts them. - Events: Angel of Hope Candlelit Vigils, Annual Garage Sale, Evening of Hope, Horses Healing Hearts, and Kruzin for Bri's Lodge. - General Loss Support Groups: Offers a safe place for people to share their journey after the loss of their loved one. All groups will provide an experience where feelings, worries, problems, and joys can be expressed and received freely without judgment. This group is open to anyone with a loss of someone. ?- Grief retreats: Provides a place where individuals and families can come together to find peace and solace, a place where they can connect with others who are grieving a similar loss. For different types of loss such as: - Loss by Suicide - Older Child Loss - Perinatal Loss - Miscarriage and stillbirth - Sibling Loss - Adult - Spousal Loss - For older and younger - Younger Child Loss Horses Healing Hearts: In collaboration with Angel Reins Stable, this program happens once a month. Provides a grief equine assisted activities program where grieving individuals can go for hope and healing. Individuals will be able to go to the stables at Angels Reins to connect with the horses. Whether that is through petting them, brushing them or just being in their presence. People of all ages are eligible to register.

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Bereaved Spouses
Grief and Loss Issues
Bereaved Parents
Equestrian Therapy
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Suicide Loss Survivors Support Groups
Bereaved Friends
Bereaved/Grieving Individuals

Grief Support Groups - Survivor Resources

Offers 12 in-person and virtual support groups that are loss-specific to connect with fellow survivors. Trained and experienced facilitators lead meetings. Types of support groups include: - Adult survivors of suicide - Adult survivors of homicide - Adult survivors of accidental death - Adult survivors of overdose - Spanish speaking group - Young adult/teen group

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Families/Friends of Homicide Victims Support Groups
Suicide Loss Survivors Support Groups
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Bereaved Child Support Groups
Bereaved Parent Support Groups

Grief Support - Growing Through Loss

Support for those dealing with grief or transition; semi-annual series providing support and information about grief; each session includes a speaker and small group discussion

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General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups

Health and Wellness - Brothers EMPowered

Provides support groups for community members related to managing and coping with stress, grief, and trauma associated with violence and crime. Promotes fitness and nutrition by providing education, access to fitness facilities, and a proprietary line of herbs and supplements for community members.

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Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Crime Victim Support Groups
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
General Mental Health Support Groups
Stress Management
Nutrition Education

Healing Center - CentraCare - Coborn Healing Center

Provides a variety of cancer related services during and after treatment. Services offered: - Acupuncture - Art therapy - Classes, workshops, and retreats for caregivers during and after treatment - Emotional support groups for patients and caregivers - Enhancement program for personalized wig fitting, scarf tying, skin care, and make up tips - Grief/bereavement support groups - Healing touch and Reiki - Message - Music therapy - Personal consultation for post surgical garment fitting - Reflection garden - Spiritual wellness

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Art Therapy
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Acupuncture
Cancer
Workshops/Symposiums
Families/Friends of People With Cancer
Music Therapy
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Youth and Young Adult Grief Support - Brighter Days Family Grief Center

Youth Support: Provides a free quarterly grief support series and two free annual bereavement camps, Camp Erin-Twin Cities and Camp Journey for youth and their families who have experienced the death of a loved one. Offers virtual and in-person grief support groups, access to free short-term grief counseling, and family-friendly events that provide a connection to others who have experienced a similar loss. Also provides free support and services for children who are anticipating the death of a parent, sibling, or close family member. Young Adult Support: Provides opportunities to connect with others in the 18 - 26 year old age group through weekend retreats, social events, monthly support groups, grief counseling, and young adult grief support groups.

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Bereavement and Grief Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Special Interest Camps
Bereaved Child Support Groups

Veterinary Care - University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center

Hospital veterinary care and emergency care for both small and large animals. Do not refer for routine veterinary care. Services provided: - Anesthesia - Emergency and critical care - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - Oncology and radiation therapy - Veterinary labs and more Companion Animal Love, Loss and Memories - CALLM: Biweekly bereavement group for those grieving the loss of a pet. Meets 6:30 pm - 8 pm on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month (some adjustments to accommodate holidays). Call to confirm the schedule before attending. Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center, 1964 Fitch Avenue, Room 115, St. Paul, 55108. Space is limited. To reserve a seat and for more information, call Veterinary Social Services at (612)624-9372.

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Pet Loss Support Groups
Sick Animal Care
Emergency Veterinary Services

Support Groups - Hosanna Lutheran Church

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.

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Depression
Domestic Violence Support Groups
Physical Disabilities
Drug Use Disorder Support Groups
Gambling Disorder Support Groups
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Sexual/Love Addiction Support Groups
Codependents Support Groups
Youth/Student Support Groups
Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Condition Specific Mental Health Support Groups
Anxiety Disorders
Bereaved Parent Support Groups
Cancer
Separation/Divorce Support Groups
Emotional Issues Support Groups
Developmental Disabilities
Adult/Child Mentoring Programs
Men's Support Groups

Community Education - Hastings Public Schools Independent School District 200

The Hastings Senior Center, based at the Tilden Community Center, is operated through a partnership between the City of Hastings and Hastings Community Education. Seniors: - 55+ Driver Improvement Program - Art classes - Bingo - Book Discussion - Dance classes - Foot care and foot reflexology - Games such as chess club - Hand massage and foot care - Live 2 B Healthy exercise program - Quilting, woven arts, and yarn classes - Pickle ball and corn hole - Scrapbooking - Support groups for grief, Dementia, and Parkinson's Disease - Tech Fridays Adults: - Adult enrichment classes - Adult health and recreation classes - Art, design, photography, and cooking classes - Business classes - Construction, trades, and woodworking instruction - Computer, information technology, and computer programming - Indoor home safety education - Lifeguard instruction - Musical instrument instruction - Self-defense classes - Smoking cessation - Trips and tours Ages K-12: - Baseball, basketball, and soccer day camps - New drivers education classes - SPARK summer classes for grades 5th- 8th - Youth development and enrichment classes

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Chess
Literary Societies/Book Reading Clubs
Woodworking Instruction
Aging/Older Adult Support Groups
Day Camps
T'ai Chi Ch'uan
Soccer
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Yoga
Basketball
Ballroom Dancing Instruction
Massage Therapy
Cooking Classes
Quilting Instruction
Podiatry/Foot Care
Special Interest Camps
Painting Instruction
Older Adult Social Clubs
Computer Literacy Training Programs
New Driver Training
Baseball
Youth Enrichment Programs
Smoking/Vaping Cessation
General Health Education Programs
Exercise Classes/Groups
Bingo
Senior Centers
Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Drawing Instruction
Swimming/Swimming Lessons
Photography Instruction
Older Adults
Glass Art Instruction
Personal Financial Counseling
Knitting Instruction
Community Adult Schools
Musical Instrument Instruction
Mature Driver Training

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