Finding Meaning and Hope
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesJoin a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In the Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills that can help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate...Learn more
Community Connection: Local Fun!
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesCommunity Connection An opportunity for people with early memory loss to… Explore New Places ~ Engage with Others ~ Local Fun! Celebrate the MN State Fair without the crowds! Tour the Swedish Gammelgarden in Scandia Get educated at the historic Hay Lake School Reacquaint yourself to the Stillwater Library Visit the North Star Boy & Girl...Learn more
Kinship Support and Education Group-virtual
Zoom MN, United StatesOur Kinship Support and Education Groups are open to all kinship caregivers - those caring for a relative’s or friend’s child. Join us when you can for mutual support, resources and ideas! Virtual: First and Third Friday of the Month at 9:30-10:45 am. Register here to be on the list for a link.
Kinship Support and Education Group
Peace Lutheran Church 4512 France Ave North, Robbinsdale, MN, United StatesOur Kinship Support and Education Groups are open to all kinship caregivers - those caring for a relative’s or friend’s child. Join us when you can for mutual support, resources and ideas! In-Person: First Saturday of the Month Time: 10 am-11:45 am Location: Peace Lutheran Church 4512 France Ave N, Robbinsdale. Park in lower parking lot off Lake Drive. ...Learn more
The Gathering- First Lutheran
First Lutheran Church Columbia Heights 555 40th Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN, United StatesThe 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 receive care. The program provides family caregivers the opportunity to receive several hours of respite. Dedicated and trained volunteers, supervised by a social worker or...Learn more
SCS Caregiver Support Group
Rogers Senior Center 12913 Main Street, Rogers, MN, United StatesThis 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 sharing experiences, challenges, coping strategies, and humor. The goal is to help caregivers care for themselves through education and empowerment. Groups are open to caregivers...Learn more
Virtual Caregiver Support Group
Zoom MN, United StatesThe Anoka County Family Caregiver Connection is a network of services for caregivers, family members, and those for whom they care. Caregiver support groups meet regularly to build support, comfort, and share information about caregiving issues. This virtual caregiver support group meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month, from 10am-12pm. For more information...Learn more
Memory Cafe: Cottage Grove
Hy-Vee Cottage Grove 7280 E Point Douglas Road S, Cottage GroveA welcoming place for those with memory loss and their caregivers to come together each month. Cafés will include facilitated conversation and community resources. Join us each month to share, support and connect with others in your community. Coffee and pastries hosted by Hy-Vee. Sign up by contacting Jenny West at 651.789.4015 or jwest@familymeans.org
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
VirtualPowerful Tools For Caregivers helps family and friends caring for older adults with long-term health conditions develop the skills and confidence to better care for themselves while caring for others. The weekly topics range from reducing your stress to communicating in challenging situation and mastering caregiving decisions. Over a six-week period, this evidence-based curriculum Improves...Learn more
SCS Memory Cafe
Minnetonka Community Center 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka, MN, United StatesA 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 caregiver support group. Light refreshments are provided. This café is geared toward those in the beginning stages of dementia who still enjoy learning, are engaged,...Learn more
Virtual Caregiver Support Group
VirtualA welcoming space for caregivers to learn and reinforce positive self-care, give and receive encouragement, and enjoy support and understandingfrom others in similar situations. With professional staff facilitation,the groups explore issues such as: Balancing roles and responsibilities Maintaining personal balance Planning for legal needs Understanding and dealing with the realities of chronic illnesses Coping with...Learn more
Memory Cafe
First Lutheran Church 11115 Hanson Blvd NW, Coon RapidsFamily Caregiver Connection's Memory Café is a safe and welcoming program for individuals with early to moderate memory loss and their care partners. Engaging environment where people with memory loss and their care partners can laugh, learn, and remain socially connected with others sharing the same experiences.
