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Trained advocates providing information and resources to people over the age of 60. The goal is to assist residents in finding resources to stay in the home and find possible options for alternative living situations. Helps with services such as:- Assist with plans for recreational activities- Caregiver education and support- Caregiver relief- Community education- Consumer protection- Deliver home meals and work with nutrition sites- Forms assistance- Health care directives- Home visits- Medicare Part D enrollment- Nutrition Assistance Program for seniors (NAP)- Partners with Senior Linkage Line and Area Agency on Aging- Scams/fraud- Senior legal rights- Transportation resources- Volunteer recruitment and training

Offers caregiver support groups, both in-person and online, where caregivers can discuss challenges with professionals and learn from peers. Groups include educational sessions on caregiver wellness and other relevant topics, all led by trained facilitators supported by the Alzheimer's Association. In addition, hosts a Community Memory Cafe Coffee Club in Hastings to provide social engagement for caregivers and those they care for.

Offers community-based programs designed to prevent illness and enhance the health and well-being of patients, families, and area residents. Services include:- Baby Cafe Support Group: Support for helping parents achieve their breastfeeding goals- Health Education Presentations: Health professionals (physician, registered nurse, fitness specialist or nutritionist) deliver 1-hour, customized presentations on health topics including cardiovascular health, exercise/fitness, nutrition, and weight management- Stroke Support Group: Support for people who have experienced a stroke, and their caregivers

Medical clinic services:- Bike Share Program- Birthing Services- Cardiology- Chronic Pain Program- Clinics - Sleepy Eye and Morgan- Counseling Services- Diabetes and Nutrition Services- Emergency Services- Health Care Home- Hospice- Imaging Services- Laboratory Services- Lung Cancer Screening (CT)- Mammography- MRI- Nuclear Medicine- Nutrition Counseling- Occupational Therapy- Orthopedics- Outpatient Therapy- Physical Therapy- Podiatry- Rehabilitative Services- Respiratory Therapy- Sleep Studies- Speech Therapy- Support Groups- Surgical Services- Swing Bed Services- Transitional Care Services- Ultrasound- UrologyX-ray

Education, respite services, and support groups for caregivers

Various support groups. Call for current list and times. Groups include:- Brain tumor support group- Caregivers support group- Lung cancer group- New Parent Connection- Parkinson's Disease support group- Pregnancy and infant loss support - Reach to Recovery for women recovering from breast surgery- Stroke support group- Way to Wellness for depression and anxiety

Medical clinic services:- Bike Share Program- Birthing Services- Cardiology- Chronic Pain Program- Clinics - Sleepy Eye and Morgan- Counseling Services- Diabetes and Nutrition Services- Emergency Services- Health Care Home- Hospice- Imaging Services- Laboratory Services- Lung Cancer Screening (CT)- Mammography- MRI- Nuclear Medicine- Nutrition Counseling- Occupational Therapy- Orthopedics- Outpatient Therapy- Physical Therapy- Podiatry- Rehabilitative Services- Respiratory Therapy- Sleep Studies- Speech Therapy- Support Groups- Surgical Services- Swing Bed Services- Transitional Care Services- Ultrasound- UrologyX-ray

Provides opportunities for older adults to use their skills, talents, and life experiences to support people in their community. Functions as a large volunteer network connecting older adults with meaningful service roles.Volunteer opportunities include driving, escorting, children and youth services, education and mentoring, environmental projects, public safety, health and human services, libraries, and museums.Services and programs include:- A Matter of Balance: Education series that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels- Bone Builders: Exercise and nutrition program to prevent and manage osteoporosis- Caregiver respite and support- Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)- Friendly Visiting: Companion program for adults age 60+ offering peer support and social connection- Living Well programs: Including Living Well with Chronic Conditions, Diabetes, and Chronic Pain- Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Self-care education for family caregivers- Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL): Strength, balance, and fitness program- Telephone Reassurance Program: Regular check-in calls to support safety and social connection

Provides specialized outpatient mental health services for children and adolescents with a focus on problematic sexual behaviors and related emotional or behavioral concerns.Services include:- Comprehensive outpatient sexual behavior assessments- Parent/Caregiver Support Groups: Helps families understand sexual behavior dynamics, treatment processes, and build supportive strategies- Psychotherapy for children and adolescents ages 6-17- Treatment groups for adolescent males experiencing problematic sexual behaviorGroup Therapy Treatment Program: 12 to 16 weeks of structured group sessions- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)- Evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training, educational curriculum, and experiential group therapy- Family and individual therapy as recommended- Individualized treatment planning- Individual Therapy Services- Parent support group component- Play therapy (when developmentally appropriate)- Progress review meetings upon request- Pro-social skills training

Connects older adults and their family caregivers to resources, support, and enrichment opportunities to enhance quality of life and promote independence. Services include:- Connections to community resources to promote wellness, engagement, and aging in place- Memory loss enrichment programming for adults living with early- to mid-stage memory changes- Partnerships with congregations, such as the Care Ministry Network, to support ministries serving older adults- Support for family caregivers, including coaching, support groups, educational classes, and access to community resourcesThe program emphasizes individualized support, education, and community engagement to help older adults and their caregivers thrive.

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?

Staff and volunteers offer assistance with:- Decision-making- Assessments for services- Medical escorts for doctor appointments- Home safety assessments- Assistance with needed paperwork for application for services- Connection to programs and referrals- Checkbook balancing- Respite care- Friendly visitors- Transportation- Grocery assistance- Chore requests- Senior companion- Fall prevention education- Books to Go program

Provides trauma-focused individual therapy to children and teens who have experienced abuse or witnessed violence. This type of therapy could be in the form of play therapy. Also offers group therapy to caregivers and youth.

Provides group support for caregivers and supporters of loved ones facing a medically complex or terminal diagnosis. Also offers family consultations to help determine how services can benefit the family now and in the future.

Provides information, resources, and referrals for services to older adults and their caregivers. Assistance may include application assistance with financial programs, homecare and support group resources, healthcare directive completion, food programs, issues related to caring for someone living with dementia and more. Advocates can assist by telephone, home visit, or a family meeting.

Offers advanced cancer treatments, screenings, and clinical research. Other support services include:Cancer Support Programs- Brainerd Lakes Pay It Forward Cancer Fund: one-time gift for non-medical bills (i.e. mortgage payment, child care expense, etc.) to area cancer patients in treatment - Breast Cancer Survivor Support Group: Monthly meeting for current patients and all survivors - Pink Ribbon Cupboard: Emergency fund for breast cancer patients in treatment to help with non-medical billsSpecialties and Services- Chemotherapy and immunotherapy- Hematology- Infusion therapy- Oncology

Provides opportunities for older adults to use their skills, talents, and life experiences to support people in their community. Functions as a large volunteer network connecting older adults with meaningful service roles.Volunteer opportunities include driving, escorting, children and youth services, education and mentoring, environmental projects, public safety, health and human services, libraries, and museums.Services and programs include:- A Matter of Balance: Education series that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels- Bone Builders: Exercise and nutrition program to prevent and manage osteoporosis- Caregiver respite and support- Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)- Friendly Visiting: Companion program for adults age 60+ offering peer support and social connection- Living Well programs: Including Living Well with Chronic Conditions, Diabetes, and Chronic Pain- Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Self-care education for family caregivers- Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL): Strength, balance, and fitness program- Telephone Reassurance Program: Regular check-in calls to support safety and social connection

Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers:- 480 West Grant Street, Lake City, MN- 3:30 pm - 5 pm 2nd Monday of each month- RSVP: Vicky Heitman at (651)448-8333, [email protected] Support Group (Faith in Action):- St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 320 West Avenue- 1:30 pm - 3 pm 1st Tuesday of each monthDementia Caregivers Support Group: - Deer Crest Community Room, 470 Hewitt Boulevard, Red Wing, MN?????- 3:30 pm last Thursday of each month - Call (651)267-5441, email [email protected] Adult Grief Support Group: - First Lutheran Church, 1000 Peace Ridge, Lake City, MN - Available for either in-person or online via Zoom- 5:30 pm - 7 pm Mondays Parkinson's Support Group:- Parkinson's support group meets monthly- 3:15 pm 3rd Tuesday of each month - Questions or plan to attend, call (651)327-2255

The hospital offers a large variety of support groups, visit website for full listing, hours, and dates: https://northmemorial.com/?s=support+group&search-type=normal&submit=Search+Submit

Provides opportunities for older adults to use their skills, talents, and life experiences to support people in their community. Functions as a large volunteer network connecting older adults with meaningful service roles.Volunteer opportunities include driving, escorting, children and youth services, education and mentoring, environmental projects, public safety, health and human services, libraries, and museums.Services and programs include:- A Matter of Balance: Education series that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels- Bone Builders: Exercise and nutrition program to prevent and manage osteoporosis- Caregiver respite and support- Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)- Friendly Visiting: Companion program for adults age 60+ offering peer support and social connection- Living Well programs: Including Living Well with Chronic Conditions, Diabetes, and Chronic Pain- Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Self-care education for family caregivers- Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL): Strength, balance, and fitness program- Telephone Reassurance Program: Regular check-in calls to support safety and social connection

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-advocacyResources 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/family2nd Tuesday of each monthHope United Methodist Church301 West St Marie Street, Duluth, MN1:30 pm - 3 pmTraining 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)

Provides opportunities for older adults to use their skills, talents, and life experiences to support people in their community. Functions as a large volunteer network connecting older adults with meaningful service roles.Volunteer opportunities include driving, escorting, children and youth services, education and mentoring, environmental projects, public safety, health and human services, libraries, and museums.Services and programs include:- A Matter of Balance: Education series that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels- Bone Builders: Exercise and nutrition program to prevent and manage osteoporosis- Caregiver respite and support- Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)- Friendly Visiting: Companion program for adults age 60+ offering peer support and social connection- Living Well programs: Including Living Well with Chronic Conditions, Diabetes, and Chronic Pain- Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Self-care education for family caregivers- Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL): Strength, balance, and fitness program- Telephone Reassurance Program: Regular check-in calls to support safety and social connection

Provides specialized outpatient mental health services for children and adolescents with a focus on problematic sexual behaviors and related emotional or behavioral concerns.Services include:- Comprehensive outpatient sexual behavior assessments- Parent/Caregiver Support Groups: Helps families understand sexual behavior dynamics, treatment processes, and build supportive strategies- Psychotherapy for children and adolescents ages 6-17- Treatment groups for adolescent males experiencing problematic sexual behaviorGroup Therapy Treatment Program: 12 to 16 weeks of structured group sessions- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)- Evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training, educational curriculum, and experiential group therapy- Family and individual therapy as recommended- Individualized treatment planning- Individual Therapy Services- Parent support group component- Play therapy (when developmentally appropriate)- Progress review meetings upon request- Pro-social skills training

Offers local support groups for caregivers and individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias throughout Minnesota and North Dakota. Works to bring care and support to every community so that no one has to face dementia alone. Support groups create a safe, confidential, and supportive environment. Provides an opportunity for participants to develop mutual support and social relationships. Trained facilitators lead support groups via phone, video, or in person. Also offers Caregiver Support Groups for caregivers of all types of dementia, as well as specific groups tailored to specific populations. Person with Dementia Support Groups are geared towards individuals who have recently been diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment or dementia and are in the early stage of the disease progression.