- Offers grief support to Allina Hospice's patients' families and friends for 13 months following the death. Grief support includes Individual counseling, referrals to groups and other mental health providers, book recommendations, etc. - Support groups are open to anyone in the community in addition to maintaining a list of other grief support groups. - Anyone may contact grief resources for more information or resources.

- Education and speakers provide information about life-related issues including genocide, abortion, infanticide, euthanasia, assisted suicide, living wills, school-based clinics, abstinence and chastity information - Literature, resource materials, films, books, student packets, and newspaper supplements address abortion and chastity. A supplement addresses the issue of euthanasia.

Advocates will present on any of the following topics or provide materials for: - Community Involvement in Ending Domestic Violence - How to Actively Address Domestic Violence - Men's Use of Violence in Intimate Partner Relationships - Teen Dating Violence - The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children - Understanding Domestic Violence - Women's Use of Violence in Intimate Partner Relationships

- Conducts in-depth study of community issues to identify and describe problems and to prepare implementable proposals for action. Releases reports and statements on issues studied. - Gives interested citizens an opportunity to participate in study and decision making on community issues. Promotes the concept of civic-policy making and engaging citizens of all ideologies and backgrounds in creating policy. Holds a variety of events throughout the year which members or non-members can attend. Some are free; others have a small fee associated. Check website for details. - Produces a quarterly publication of public affairs news and editorials. Also creates newsletters on Citizens League activities.

- Free online webinars on topics affecting individuals with autism and their families - Online digital library, downloadable toolkits, and print resources related to autism - Provides information on autism, signs, safety facts, wandering, bullying prevention, local chapters and resources for first responders, caregivers, and educators - Yellowpages website offers a resource directory for locating support groups, professionals that work with individuals living with autism, special education schools, learning centers, treatment programs, education consultants, therapists, advocates, and many more within the state

- Issue and Education Forums: Local Leagues around the state conduct Issue and Education forums to help their communities understand what's at stake - Studies and Publications: Conducts periodic studies about important issues with regards to voting, the election process, and the legislature - Youth Civic Engagement: Young people get an opportunity to engage with their government and learn about democracy alongside their peers

- Offers support and friendship to grieving parents who have lost a child of any age - Provides an opportunity to meet parents who are working through their own grief and can empathize with a bereaved family - Gives cognitive information about the grieving process through programs, speakers, and library - Quarterly newsletter to bereaved parents - Sibling group meeting for siblings age 16 and older to meet with siblings who have lost a brother or sister

Specialized care programs for persons with diabetes and/or their family: - Classes and educational materials - Diabetes management clinics - Clinical research

Information and resources for veterans, individuals, family members and professionals concerning post traumatic stress disorder. No direct clinical care or advice provided. - Fact sheets - Reviews of best treatments for PTSD - Videos - Online courses

24 hour advocacy services available, 7 days per week Crisis Intervention O.F.P.'s provided by Shelter Advocate Assist with reparations applications General advocacy: information/referrals/resources Supportive one-on-one advocacy Victim's Rights Safety Planning Education Group Sessions (cycle of domestic abuse, dynamics of domestic violence, etc.) Transportation and accompaniment (business related meetings) Child care availability for meetings and in-house group sessions Talking Circles Cultural teaching circles Healthy living life skills sessions Sexual Abuse Educational Sessions Cultural healing, smudging, self care group support Provide "Evaluation of Services" form for residents Accompaniment to exams for sexual assault adult victims Follow-up advocacy available

Provides information on Al-Anon and Alateen meetings throughout the United States and Canada and general information about the Al-Anon/Alateen recovery program to newcomers, professionals, and the media Electronic Al-Anon meetings are available on the Internet and via telephone and can be in email, chat, bulletin board, or telephone format

Organization for parents and professionals dedicated to promoting better understanding of, and educational services for, gifted and talented children through the following programs: - Advocacy for parents - Workshops for parents, educators, general public - Legislative program to expand education for gifted children - Newsletter and resource materials - Annual conference - Parent support groups

Provides: Information and referral, Active listening, Crisis intervention - Linkage service for several agencies after hours including Itasca County Health and Human Services, Itasca Medical Care, Essentia Health Itasca Hospice and Kootasca Community Action programs - Initial contact point for services such as American Red Cross, Salvation Army, AA, Alanon, Crisis Response Team and Habitat for Humanity

- Injury prevention activities in these fields - workplace, home, traffic, youth, and seniors - Speakers and trainers, educational materials, videos and literature on workplace safety training and consultation (OSHA compliance, effective safety programs, specific safety topics), workplace traffic safety training and consultation (driver safety, DOT compliance, fleet safety, etc.), childhood injury prevention consultants, and older adult injury prevention - Sponsors Minnesota Safety and Health Conference

Resource Center for information, reports, and maps about Metro Council and regional issues. Choose from 200 reports, publications, maps and fact sheets. Many are available on the website. Publications include: - Thrive MSP 2040 Plan - 2030 Regional Development Framework - Facts and Figures about the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area - Regional Census Data and Economic Profiles - Role of the Metro Council - Water Quality and Transportation Data and Plans Consumer publications include: - Annual report - Council member and committee information - Regional parks and other maps - Transit information (no schedules)

- Offers support and friendship to grieving parents who have lost a child of any age - Provides an opportunity to meet parents who are working through their own grief and can empathize with a bereaved family - Gives cognitive information about the grieving process through programs, speakers, and library - Quarterly newsletter to bereaved parents - Sibling group meeting for siblings age 16 and older to meet with siblings who have lost a brother or sister

Education programs for physicians, nurses, nutritionists, and other health professionals. Offerings include: - Medical education and training - Fellowships and internships - Patient education curricula - Clinical guidelines and implementation tools - Care systems consulting

Information about brain injury and related services including: - Annual conference - Bi-Monthly information series including Brain Injury Basics - Community awareness and injury prevention activities - Educational materials - Professional Development - Telephone information and referral - Workshops and trainings

- Acute care - Cervical and colorectal cancer screening - Child and teen check-ups - Chronic disease management - Contraceptive management - COVID-19 vaccinations - Health and nutrition education, including bilingual health education materials - Immunizations - Limited prenatal care - Pregnancy screening - Referrals and care coordination - Sexually transmitted disease screening - Sports physicals - Well baby check-ups - Women's health

- Provides free pregnancy tests - Some maternity and infant/child clothing, baby care books, and toys - Center has videos, literature, cassette tapes, and speakers available upon request - Emergency baby food, formula, and diapers - Staffed by trained volunteers Learn to Earn program: Participants attend classes, read books, and watch videos to earn points which are then used to "purchase" items such as baby furniture and baby clothing.

The YCC Program, area students 15-18 years old will be in Deer River, MN for 2018.

- Enforcement of food, drug, and cosmetic acts and allied acts - Provide speakers for consumer groups on regulatory requirements, health fraud, and food labeling - Provide consumer literature on products regulated (health fraud, drugs, food issues, nutrition) - Research and respond to reports of contaminated food products, drugs, or medical devices

- Educational programs for community, schools, organizations, professional groups, and more offering a variety of resource information. - Offers professional training for educators, social workers, law enforcement officers, medical personnel and others who want to increase their awareness, sensitivity, and effectiveness when working with victims/survivors of all types of sexual violence. - Available resources include brochures, informational packets, audio cassettes, books, and videos.

Provides the following classes, presentations, and workshops: - Anxiety, Stress, and Coping: One-hour class for middle and high school students that talks about what anxiety and stress are and where they come from. Youth will practice coping strategies for stress as well as learn the difference between positive and negative coping strategies. Learn the warning signs of an anxiety disorder and where to go for help. - Breaking Down Barriers to Brain Health: This is a one-hour class for middle school students that discusses mental health, mental illnesses, suicide prevention, and how to break down the barriers people face to getting mental health care. Students will learn the warning signs of mental illness and suicide and what they can do to help themselves or a friend. This class is designed to be interactive and developmentally appropriate for middle school aged students. - Belonging, Why it Matters: Understand why belonging matters, and how it impacts both physical and mental health. Learn the role in fostering the culture of belonging. Understand the warning signs and resources for poor mental health. This class is for employees, supervisors, organizational leaders, owners, board members, and human resource professionals. - Dealing with Difficult Interactions: Learn the signs and symptoms of mental illnesses, along with tips and strategies that can be used in dealing with difficult interactions, to manage the situation and yourself. - Good Mental Health in the Workplace: Five Things You Can Do: Five things individuals can do to create a workplace that values good mental health. Participants will learn how to promote good mental health (including dealing with stress), the common symptoms of a mental illness, how attitudes and language impact people with mental illnesses, and accommodations for a mental illness. This class is for employees, supervisors, organizational leaders, owners, board members, and human resource professionals. - Introduction to Trauma and a Trauma-Informed Approach: One-hour overview of trauma, its impacts on the brain, and the guiding principles of a trauma-informed approach. Trauma has long been described as a unique and personal outcome of adverse events or experiences, but exposure is more widespread in the communities than ever before. For those living with a mental illness or substance use disorder, exposure is even more common. Communities and employers can build awareness and take action to create trauma-informed and responsive spaces where people feel safe and valued. - Minding Your Mental Health (EMPLOYER class only): Understand how and why current events have impacted people's mental health, learn how to manage expectations and stress to navigate changes to the workplace, learn the common symptoms of mental illness, and learn steps employees can take to promote good mental health. - Ending the Silence: This is a 50-minute class intended for high school students. To learn about mental illnesses and the signs and symptoms. Learn a personal story of a young adult who is doing well in recovery. Students receive resources to get help for themselves or for a friend and information on how to end the silence around mental illness in their school. - BACK TO SCHOOL ANXIETY: Learn about the signs that your child might be feeling anxious about going back to school, and what parents and caregivers can do before, during, and after school to help ease their child's back-to-school anxiety. Click here for currently scheduled public classes. - EARLY WARNING SIGNS OF MENTAL ILLNESS IN YOUTH: Workshop designed to help parents, guardians, and foster parents learn early warning signs of mental illnesses and trauma, gain an understanding of the impact of mental Illnesses and trauma on children and youth, and learn strategies to support children who live with an illness. Suicide warning signs and resources are also covered. - HELPING KIDS COPE: Tips for Supporting Good Family Mental Health: One-hour class that talks about the developmental responses youth may have to stress. Discuss five mental health tips for families and resources in the community. Click here for currently scheduled public classes. - MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS PLANNING FOR FAMILIES: Learn the symptoms that can lead to a crisis, steps to take, de-escalation techniques, and the role of county crisis teams. Develop a crisis plan for a child and family. This class is for parents or caregivers of children. - MENTAL ILLNESS AND POST-SECONDARY SUCCESS: Mental Illness and Post-Secondary Success is a two-hour class for parents, post-secondary institutions, students, and others supporting a person who is preparing for or engaged in academic life beyond high school. Learn about available supports, academic strategies, school and community resources, and helpful accommodations and modifications for qualifying students. ADA guidance for students with disabilities is also covered. - TRANSITIONS: Learn how to help teens or young adults access resources to succeed in school, employment, and independent living. Understand the rights young adults gain when they reach 18 and how to help guide them if they are not ready for total independence. This 1.5 hour class is for parents or caregivers of youth or young adults. - TRAUMA REACTIONS AND POST TRAUMATIC GROWTH IN CHILDREN AND YOUTH: 1.5 hour presentation, learn how to identify traumatic experiences in a child's life, understand trauma reactions and foster healing and growth in children and youth who have experienced trauma. - OVERCOMING LONELINESS: Strategies for Helping People with Mental Illnesses: Professionals will learn about the impact of loneliness and how no one goes through a serious illness by themselves. Will also learn the importance of engaging family members, promoting connections to others, and identify strategies to meaningfully engage family members and friends in a person's life. This class is open to all mental health practitioners and professionals.

- Provides informational speakers about Alcoholics Anonymous to groups and organizations - AA Literature Bookstore - Maintains directories of all AA meetings