Working Together for Family Caregivers
The Metropolitan Caregiver Services Collaborative brings caregiver service providers in the Minneapolis and Saint Paul metropolitan area together to share knowledge, promote caregiver services, advocate and strengthen public policies for family caregivers.

Legacy Statement
Our community will recognize, value and sustain the work of family caregivers.
Join the collaborative!
The Metropolitan Caregiver Service Collaborative (MCSC) is a voluntary collaboration of nonprofits that are committed to supporting informal caregivers. Members come together every other month (January, March, May, July, September and November) to share knowledge and resources. The collaborative’s events calendar includes upcoming events that can be shared with members’ networks and others. We encourage and welcome organizations serving family/friend caregivers across the lifespan.
Our membership currently consists primarily of organizations supporting caregivers of older adults, but we are seeking to expand our membership to include organizations supporting caregivers across the lifespan.
Member Benefits and Responsibilities
Benefits
- Being part of an effective multiple-point entry system available to family caregivers.
- Having access to information, education, and best practices to increase the quality of services offered to caregivers.
- Being part of shared outreach and marketing activities.
- Working together to create a strong voice to advocate in support of caregivers.
Responsibilities
- The organization representative actively participates in MCSC member meetings throughout the calendar year.
- Share resources and information that may be of use to other members.
- Share caregiver information from MCSC with other networks/providers.
Current Members
Upcoming Events
Calendar of Events
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3 events,
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Are you feeling stretched caring for a family member, parent, friend or neighbor? Join us as we discuss how to take care of you as a caregiver, reduce personal stress,...Learn more
SCS Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
SCS Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Memory Loss Focus This virtual caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Sara Roberts, LSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn...Learn more
SCS Memory Cafe
SCS Memory Cafe
A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with cognitive impairment and their caregivers. Socialize and share experiences with purposeful activities, library resources, and be a part of our...Learn more
3 events,
The Gathering: Out-of-Home Group Respite
The Gathering: Out-of-Home Group Respite
The Gathering is a daytime, out-of-home group respite program for caregivers and care receivers. The Gathering is a safe, enjoyable place for seniors living with long-term illness to socialize and...Learn more
Forest Lake Community Connection
Forest Lake Community Connection
Introducing a NEW weekly group for people who are living with early-stage dementia. Come join us! An opportunity for people with early memory loss to explore new places, engage with...Learn more
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Join other caregivers for this 6 week course where you'll learn tips to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, manage time, better communicate feelings, and make tough decisions. Registration Fee: $15. Caregiver...Learn more
1 event,
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Join this 6-week virtual class that aims to help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for others. Any caregiver of an older adult is welcome to register. Caregivers...Learn more
1 event,
Caregiver Virtual Support Group
Caregiver Virtual Support Group
Support groups are offered for caregivers of older adults to meet others in a similar situation, learn from each other and develop a mutual support system. These open groups are...Learn more
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
2 events,
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Are you feeling stretched caring for a family member, parent, friend or neighbor? Join us as we discuss how to take care of you as a caregiver, reduce personal stress,...Learn more
SCS Caregiver Support Group
SCS Caregiver Support Group
This caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Becky Allard, LSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn from one another by...Learn more
3 events,
Forest Lake Community Connection
Forest Lake Community Connection
Introducing a NEW weekly group for people who are living with early-stage dementia. Come join us! An opportunity for people with early memory loss to explore new places, engage with...Learn more
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Join other caregivers for this 6 week course where you'll learn tips to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, manage time, better communicate feelings, and make tough decisions. Registration Fee: $15. Caregiver...Learn more
SCS Memory Cafe
SCS Memory Cafe
A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with cognitive impairment and their caregivers. Socialize and share experiences with purposeful activities, library resources, and be a part of our...Learn more
0 events,
2 events,
SCS Caregiver Support Group
SCS Caregiver Support Group
This caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Krystal Wiebusch, LSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn from one another by...Learn more
SCS Caregiver Support Group
SCS Caregiver Support Group
This caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Lee Ann Eiden, MSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn from one another...Learn more
0 events,
2 events,
Second Saturday for Caregivers
Second Saturday for Caregivers
Join Normandale Center for Healing & Wholeness for their free Second Saturday program each month which includes a 90 minute education session beginning at 9:00 am and a support group...Learn more
Second Saturday for Caregivers
Second Saturday for Caregivers
Join Normandale Center for free caregiver education programming every month. A 90 minute education session begins at 9 am and a support group meets directly afterwards at 10:30 am. Come...Learn more
0 events,
2 events,
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Are you feeling stretched caring for a family member, parent, friend or neighbor? Join us as we discuss how to take care of you as a caregiver, reduce personal stress,...Learn more
SCS Caregiver Support Group
SCS Caregiver Support Group
This caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Becky Allard, LSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn from one another by...Learn more
6 events,
The Gathering: Out-of-Home Group Respite
The Gathering: Out-of-Home Group Respite
The Gathering is a daytime, out-of-home group respite program for caregivers and care receivers. The Gathering is a safe, enjoyable place for seniors living with long-term illness to socialize and...Learn more
Virtual Memory Loss Caregiver Support Group
Virtual Memory Loss Caregiver Support Group
Family and friends who are caring for someone experiencing Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia are welcome to participate. Groups are facilitated by Lisa Brown, MSW, LISW, Caregiver Services Program...Learn more
Forest Lake Community Connection
Forest Lake Community Connection
Introducing a NEW weekly group for people who are living with early-stage dementia. Come join us! An opportunity for people with early memory loss to explore new places, engage with...Learn more
2 events,
Let’s Do Coffee
Let’s Do Coffee
Let’s Do Coffee & Conversation brings together older LGBTQ+ community members for coffee, snacks, and social connection “on the house.”
The Art of Belonging: Caregiver Workshop
The Art of Belonging: Caregiver Workshop
What does “Belonging” mean to you as a caregiver? Join art therapist Corilyn Wagner as we build connections and explore—through a variety of art materials—the shared experience of belonging. No...Learn more
3 events,
SCS Caregiver Support Group
SCS Caregiver Support Group
This caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Adele Mehta, LGSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn from one another by...Learn more
Wilder Foundation: Memory Loss Discussion Group
Wilder Foundation: Memory Loss Discussion Group
A peer support group for family and friends caring for someone with Memory Loss. The group is facilitated by a Licensed Social Worker. Coffee and light refreshments are provided.
SCS Caregiver Support Group
SCS Caregiver Support Group
This caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Becky Allard, LSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn from one another by...Learn more
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
2 events,
Forest Lake Community Connection
Forest Lake Community Connection
Introducing a NEW weekly group for people who are living with early-stage dementia. Come join us! An opportunity for people with early memory loss to explore new places, engage with...Learn more
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Join other caregivers for this 6 week course where you'll learn tips to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, manage time, better communicate feelings, and make tough decisions. Registration Fee: $15. Caregiver...Learn more
6 events,
SCS Caregiver Support Group
SCS Caregiver Support Group
This caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Krystal Wiebusch, LSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn from one another by...Learn more
Memory Loss Caregiver Support Group
Memory Loss Caregiver Support Group
Family and friends who are caring for someone experiencing Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia are welcome to participate. This in-person support group meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month...Learn more
Hugo Memory Cafe
Hugo Memory Cafe
A welcoming place for those with memory loss and their caregivers to come together, socialize, and connect with each month. Cafés will include facilitated conversation and community resources. Join us each...Learn more
4 events,
Shaping Your Tomorrow: Dementia & MCI
Shaping Your Tomorrow: Dementia & MCI
Shaping Your Tomorrow is designed to meet the needs of both the person with memory loss and a family member or friend. Each week introduces specific topic for education, planning...Learn more
SCS Memory Cafe
SCS Memory Cafe
A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with cognitive impairment and their caregivers. Socialize and share experiences with purposeful activities, library resources, and be a part of our...Learn more
SCS Caregiver Support Group
SCS Caregiver Support Group
This caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Becky Allard, LSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn from one another by...Learn more
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
SCS Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
SCS Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Memory Loss Focus This virtual caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Sara Roberts, LSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn...Learn more
3 events,
The Gathering: Out-of-Home Group Respite
The Gathering: Out-of-Home Group Respite
The Gathering is a daytime, out-of-home group respite program for caregivers and care receivers. The Gathering is a safe, enjoyable place for seniors living with long-term illness to socialize and...Learn more
Forest Lake Community Connection
Forest Lake Community Connection
Introducing a NEW weekly group for people who are living with early-stage dementia. Come join us! An opportunity for people with early memory loss to explore new places, engage with...Learn more
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Join other caregivers for this 6 week course where you'll learn tips to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, manage time, better communicate feelings, and make tough decisions. Registration Fee: $15. Caregiver...Learn more
1 event,
The Art of Belonging: Caregiver Workshop
The Art of Belonging: Caregiver Workshop
What does “Belonging” mean to you as a caregiver? Join art therapist Corilyn Wagner as we build connections and explore—through a variety of art materials—the shared experience of belonging. No...Learn more
2 events,
Shaping Your Tomorrow: Dementia & MCI
Shaping Your Tomorrow: Dementia & MCI
Shaping Your Tomorrow is designed to meet the needs of both the person with memory loss and a family member or friend. Each week introduces specific topic for education, planning...Learn more
Caregiver Virtual Support Group
Caregiver Virtual Support Group
Support groups are offered for caregivers of older adults to meet others in a similar situation, learn from each other and develop a mutual support system. These open groups are...Learn more
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
SCS Memory Cafe
SCS Memory Cafe
A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with cognitive impairment and their caregivers. Socialize and share experiences with purposeful activities, library resources, and be a part of our...Learn more