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SUMMARY:SCS Memory Cafe
DESCRIPTION: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 caregiver support group. Light refreshments are provided. \nThis café is geared toward those in the beginning stages of dementia who still enjoy learning\, are engaged\, and have “fun in the moment”. \nImmediate caregiver & loved one with dementia may register for one Memory Café per month. Registration is required for both people. The Minnetonka Memory Café is part of the City of Minnetonka’s continuing efforts to make Minnetonka a more dementia friendly community. \nContact Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Lee Ann Eiden\, MSW to register: 952-934-3370 or l.eiden@seniorcommunity.org.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-memory-cafe-2/2025-04-01/
LOCATION:Minnetonka Community Center\, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd.\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Memory Cafe
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T193215Z
UID:10003371-1743606000-1743609600@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Belonging: Caregiver Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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 art experience necessary. \nMarch 12\, 19\, & 26 & April 2\, 2025\n3-4 pm\nFamilyMeans\n1875 Northwestern Ave. S.\, Stillwater\n*FREE TO ATTEND* \nPlease contact our staff to register at 651-439-4840 or\nfamilymeans@familymeans.org \nFunded by the Metro Regional Arts Council
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/the-art-of-belonging-caregiver-workshop/2025-04-02/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T204243Z
UID:10003099-1743674400-1743681600@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Shaping Your Tomorrow: Dementia & MCI
DESCRIPTION: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 for the future\, and learning from others on a similar journey. Rich discussions with the full group are followed by separate peer conversations: one for people with memory loss and one for their partners. This is a 10 week session hosted at FamilyMeans in Stillwater. Funded under award with Trellis as part of Older Americans Act. \nInterview and pre-registration required. \nShaping Your Tomorrow provides:\n• An understanding place to gather and know you are not alone\n• A supportive learning environment to gain knowledge and ask questions\n• A chance to talk with others about the dementia experience\n• Detailed information to help plan and build confidence\n• An opportunity to shape your tomorrow \n  \nFor more information please contact FamilyMeans Caregiving & Aging at 651-489-4840 or by emailing familymeans@familymeans.org.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/shaping-your-tomorrow-dementia-mci/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230510T183714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T183715Z
UID:10001108-1743685200-1743690600@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 sharing experiences\, challenges\, coping strategies\, and humor. The goal is to help caregivers care for themselves through education and empowerment. \nGroups are open to caregivers who live in (or are caring for someone who lives in) Carver\, Hennepin\, Scott\, or Wright Counties and caring for an older adult or someone with a cognitive diagnosis. \nThere is no fee and caregivers may join any time. \nContact Krystal to register: 952-767-7899 or k.wiebusch@seniorcommunity.org
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-caregiver-support-group-3/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:Edina Senior Center\, 5280 Grandview Square\, Edina\, MN\, 55436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230510T183628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T183629Z
UID:10001059-1743687000-1743692400@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 by sharing experiences\, challenges\, coping strategies\, and humor. The goal is to help caregivers care for themselves through education and empowerment. \nGroups are open to caregivers who live in (or are caring for someone who lives in) Carver\, Hennepin\, Scott\, or Wright Counties and caring for an older adult or someone with a cognitive diagnosis. \n There is no fee and caregivers may join any time. \nContact Lee Ann to register: 952-934-3370 or l.eiden@seniorcommunity.org.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-caregiver-support-group/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230510T184028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T184029Z
UID:10001229-1744021800-1744027200@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 sharing experiences\, challenges\, coping strategies\, and humor. The goal is to help caregivers care for themselves through education and empowerment. \nGroups are open to caregivers who live in (or are caring for someone who lives in) Carver\, Hennepin\, Scott\, or Wright Counties and caring for an older adult or someone with a cognitive diagnosis. \nThere is no fee and caregivers may join any time. \nContact Becky to register: 612-804-0968 or b.allard@seniorcommunity.org
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-caregiver-support-group-8/2025-04-07/
LOCATION:Rogers Senior Center\, 12913 Main Street\, Rogers\, MN\, 55374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20250207T162113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T162116Z
UID:10003184-1744106400-1744124400@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:The Gathering: Out-of-Home Group Respite
DESCRIPTION: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 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 nurse\, operate the program. Participants can enjoy fellowship\, lunch\, and activities while caregivers can enjoy support group meetings\, education\, and time away from caregiving. This is an opportunity offered in collaboration with Coon Rapids United Methodist Church on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month. \n*An assessment must be completed prior to attending group respite. To schedule a needs assessment\, please contact the Coordinator of the Family Caregiver Connection\, Jill Thomas\, at 763-324-1608.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/the-gathering-out-of-home-group-respite/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:Coon Rapids United Methodist Church\, 10506 Hanson Blvd NW\, Coon Rapids\, 55433
CATEGORIES:Memory Cafe,Respite,Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anoka County Family Caregiver Connection":MAILTO:jill.thomas@co.anoka.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20240701T214141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T214143Z
UID:10002626-1744108200-1744155000@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Memory Loss Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 Coordinator. This virtual group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month\, and lasts about one hour. \nIf you are interested in participating in the group\, please contact us at: (651) 632-5320 or caregiving@lyngblomsten.org to sign up.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/virtual-memory-loss-caregiver-support-group/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyngblomsten Community Services":MAILTO:communityservices@lyngblomsten.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20250216T193145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T193147Z
UID:10003322-1744113600-1744128000@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Forest Lake Community Connection
DESCRIPTION:Introducing a NEW weekly group for people who are living with early-stage\ndementia. Come join us! \nAn opportunity for people with early memory loss to explore new places\, engage with others\, connect with the community\, and learn more about exercise and nutrition. \nTuesdays from 12pm-4pm at Forest Lake YMCA \nConnect with our Caregiving & Aging staff by email at\nfamilymeans@familymeans.org or call 651-439-4840 for more information\nand how to get registered. \nFunded under the Brookdale Foundation
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/forest-lake-community-connection/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:Forest Lake YMCA\, 19845 Forest Rd N\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230804T133939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T133941Z
UID:10001662-1744117200-1744120800@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Memory Cafe: Woodbury
DESCRIPTION:A welcoming place for those with memory loss and their caregivers to come together each month. \nCafés will include facilitated conversation and community resources. \nJoin us each month to share\, support and connect with others in your community. \nLemonade and pastries hosted by Kowalski’s. \nSign up by contacting Jenny West at 651.789.4015 or jwest@familymeans.org
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/memory-cafe-woodbury-2/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:R.H. Stafford Library\, 8595 Central Park Place\, Woodbury\, 55125
CATEGORIES:Memory Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230510T184109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T184110Z
UID:10001277-1744129800-1744135200@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This virtual 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 sharing experiences\, challenges\, coping strategies\, and humor. The goal is to help caregivers care for themselves through education and empowerment. \nGroups are open to caregivers who live in (or are caring for someone who lives in) Carver\, Hennepin\, Scott\, or Wright Counties and caring for an older adult or someone with a cognitive diagnosis. \nThere is no fee and caregivers may join any time. \nContact Krystal to register: 952-767-7899 or k.wiebusch@seniorcommunity.org. \nA Zoom link will be provided.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-caregiver-support-group-virtual-2/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20250228T153849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T153853Z
UID:10003372-1744129800-1744135200@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Education: Resilience and Stress-Reduction Techniques: Mindfulness\, Yoga\, and Qigong
DESCRIPTION:This virtual workshop will help participants better identify and understand stress that can accompany caring for someone living with memory and thinking changes. Participants will also learn about and have the opportunity to sample various resilience-building practices\, especially mindfulness\, yoga\, and Qigong. No experience needed!\n\nInstructor: Michelle Barclay\, MA\, RYT200\, is a certified yoga teacher with advanced training in Mindfulness-Based Dementia Care who has spent the past 30 years working to help older people thrive\, especially those with chronic conditions\, including dementia.\n\nRegistration: Registration is required by Friday\, April 4. To register\, contact Lyngblomsten Community Services at (651) 632-5320 or caregiving@lyngblomsten.org.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/caregiver-education-resilience-and-stress-reduction-techniques-mindfulness-yoga-and-qigong/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyngblomsten Community Services":MAILTO:communityservices@lyngblomsten.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20250207T162451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T162456Z
UID:10003299-1744191000-1744196400@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Let's Do Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Do Coffee & Conversation brings together older LGBTQ+\ncommunity members for coffee\, snacks\, and social connection\n“on the house.”
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/lets-do-coffee/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Respite
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230510T183754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T183755Z
UID:10001157-1744279200-1744284600@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 sharing experiences\, challenges\, coping strategies\, and humor. The goal is to help caregivers care for themselves through education and empowerment. \nGroups are open to caregivers who live in (or are caring for someone who lives in) Carver\, Hennepin\, Scott\, or Wright Counties and caring for an older adult or someone with a cognitive diagnosis. \nThere is no fee and caregivers may join any time. \nContact Adele to register: 952-767-7888 or a.mehta@seniorcommunity.org
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-caregiver-support-group-5/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Minnetonka Community Center\, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd.\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20250207T162258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T162301Z
UID:10003205-1744279200-1744284600@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Wilder Foundation: Memory Loss Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/wilder-foundation-memory-loss-discussion-group/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Wilder Center\, 451 Lexington Parkway\, St Paul\, Minnesota\, 55104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilder CSA":MAILTO:andrew.thompson@wilder.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20241206T204241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T204243Z
UID:10003100-1744279200-1744286400@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Shaping Your Tomorrow: Dementia & MCI
DESCRIPTION: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 for the future\, and learning from others on a similar journey. Rich discussions with the full group are followed by separate peer conversations: one for people with memory loss and one for their partners. This is a 10 week session hosted at FamilyMeans in Stillwater. Funded under award with Trellis as part of Older Americans Act. \nInterview and pre-registration required. \nShaping Your Tomorrow provides:\n• An understanding place to gather and know you are not alone\n• A supportive learning environment to gain knowledge and ask questions\n• A chance to talk with others about the dementia experience\n• Detailed information to help plan and build confidence\n• An opportunity to shape your tomorrow \n  \nFor more information please contact FamilyMeans Caregiving & Aging at 651-489-4840 or by emailing familymeans@familymeans.org.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/shaping-your-tomorrow-dementia-mci/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230510T183841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T183842Z
UID:10001181-1744281000-1744286400@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 sharing experiences\, challenges\, coping strategies\, and humor. The goal is to help caregivers care for themselves through education and empowerment. \nGroups are open to caregivers who live in (or are caring for someone who lives in) Carver\, Hennepin\, Scott\, or Wright Counties and caring for an older adult or someone with a cognitive diagnosis. \nThere is no fee and caregivers may join any time. \nContact Becky to register: 612-804-0968 or b.allard@seniorcommunity.org
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-caregiver-support-group-6/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Monticello Senior Center\, 505 Walnut Street\, Suite 3\, Monticello\, MN\, 55362\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230118T184150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T154633Z
UID:10001513-1744448400-1744459200@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION: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 meeting directly afterwards at 10:30 am. The morning education session provides powerful tools and coping skills for you the caregiver. \nRespite is available for your loved one from 9 am – 12pm with advanced registration.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/second-saturday-for-caregivers/2025-04-12/
LOCATION:Normandale Center for Healing & Wholeness\, 6100 Normandale Road\, 2nd Floor\, Edina\, Minnesota\, 55436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20240223T160304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T160306Z
UID:10002297-1744448400-1744459200@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION: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 for one or both sessions. The morning program provides powerful tools and coping skills for caregivers. Respite is available for your loved one from 9 am – 12pm.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/second-saturday-for-caregivers-2/2025-04-12/
LOCATION:Normandale Center for Healing & Wholeness\, 6100 Normandale Road\, 2nd Floor\, Edina\, Minnesota\, 55436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education,Respite,Support Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20250501T163818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T163820Z
UID:10003448-1744624800-1744639200@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:The Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering is a group respite program that provides\nbrain-stimulating activities and social engagement to adults\nexperiencing early- to mid-stage memory loss\, allowing their\nfamily members and/or friends to take a much-needed break\nfrom caregiving. It’s led by Lyngblomsten Community Services\nstaff with support from specially trained volunteers. \nAn assessment must be completed prior to attending The Gathering. To schedule one\, please contact Lisa Brown\, Caregiver Services Coordinator\, at (651) 632-5320 or caregiving@lyngblomsten.org. \n 
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/the-gathering/2025-04-14/
LOCATION:Lyngblomsten Como Park\, 1415 Almond Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Respite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyngblomsten Community Services":MAILTO:communityservices@lyngblomsten.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20250216T193145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T193147Z
UID:10003323-1744718400-1744732800@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Forest Lake Community Connection
DESCRIPTION:Introducing a NEW weekly group for people who are living with early-stage\ndementia. Come join us! \nAn opportunity for people with early memory loss to explore new places\, engage with others\, connect with the community\, and learn more about exercise and nutrition. \nTuesdays from 12pm-4pm at Forest Lake YMCA \nConnect with our Caregiving & Aging staff by email at\nfamilymeans@familymeans.org or call 651-439-4840 for more information\nand how to get registered. \nFunded under the Brookdale Foundation
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/forest-lake-community-connection/2025-04-15/
LOCATION:Forest Lake YMCA\, 19845 Forest Rd N\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230510T183900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T183901Z
UID:10001205-1744797600-1744803000@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 sharing experiences\, challenges\, coping strategies\, and humor. The goal is to help caregivers care for themselves through education and empowerment. \nGroups are open to caregivers who live in (or are caring for someone who lives in) Carver\, Hennepin\, Scott\, or Wright Counties and caring for an older adult or someone with a cognitive diagnosis. \nThere is no fee and caregivers may join any time. \nContact Krystal to register: 952-767-7899 or k.wiebusch@seniorcommunity.org
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-caregiver-support-group-7/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Plymouth Community Center\, 14800 34th Ave. N\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55447-5290\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20250228T153954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T154000Z
UID:10003373-1744797600-1744803000@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Shaping Your Tomorrow: Parkinsons
DESCRIPTION:Shaping Your Tomorrow Living with Parkinson’s Disease is designed to meet the needs of both the person living with Parkinson’s Disease and a family member or support person. Each week introduces a specific topic for education\, planning for the future\, and learning from others on a similar journey. \nShaping Your Tomorrow provides:\n• A supportive learning environment to gain knowledge and ask questions\n• A chance to talk with others about your experience\n• Resources and information to help plan and build confidence\n• An opportunity to Shape Your Tomorrow Living with Parkinson’s Disease \nFor more information\, please contact:\nJenny West\, Caregiving & Aging Community Educator\njwest@familymeans.org – 651-789-4015 \nFunded under award with Trellis as part of Older Americans Act.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/shaping-your-tomorrow-parkinsons/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230808T134410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T134411Z
UID:10001723-1744801200-1744804800@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Hugo Memory Cafe
DESCRIPTION:A welcoming place for those with memory loss and their caregivers to come together\, socialize\, and connect with each month. \nCafés will include facilitated conversation and community resources. \nJoin us each month to share\, support and connect with others in your community.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/hugo-memory-cafe/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Blue Heron Grill\, 14725 Victor Hugo Blvd N\, Hugo\, MN\, 55038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Memory Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230510T184207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T184208Z
UID:10001396-1744810200-1744815600@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Memory Cafe
DESCRIPTION: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 caregiver support group. \nImmediate caregiver & loved one with dementia may register for one Memory Café per month. Registration is required for both people. \nContact Licensed Social Worker Becky Allard\, LSW to register: 612-804-0968 or b.allard@seniorcommunity.org
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-memory-cafe-4/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Crow River Senior Center\, 11800 Town Center Dr. NE #200\, St. Michael\, MN\, 55376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Memory Cafe
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20250207T162342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T162345Z
UID:10003229-1744826400-1744831800@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Wilder Foundation: Adult Children Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:A peer support group for adult children caring for a parent\, grandparent or any older adult in their lives. \nThis group meets virtually and is facilitated by a Licensed Social Worker.  Please get in touch with us for more information about how to access the group.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/wilder-foundation-adult-children-caregiver-support-group/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilder CSA":MAILTO:andrew.thompson@wilder.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20241206T204241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T204243Z
UID:10003101-1744884000-1744891200@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Shaping Your Tomorrow: Dementia & MCI
DESCRIPTION: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 for the future\, and learning from others on a similar journey. Rich discussions with the full group are followed by separate peer conversations: one for people with memory loss and one for their partners. This is a 10 week session hosted at FamilyMeans in Stillwater. Funded under award with Trellis as part of Older Americans Act. \nInterview and pre-registration required. \nShaping Your Tomorrow provides:\n• An understanding place to gather and know you are not alone\n• A supportive learning environment to gain knowledge and ask questions\n• A chance to talk with others about the dementia experience\n• Detailed information to help plan and build confidence\n• An opportunity to shape your tomorrow \n  \nFor more information please contact FamilyMeans Caregiving & Aging at 651-489-4840 or by emailing familymeans@familymeans.org.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/shaping-your-tomorrow-dementia-mci/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20250501T163922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T163924Z
UID:10003484-1744884000-1744898400@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:The Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering is a group respite program that provides\nbrain-stimulating activities and social engagement to adults\nexperiencing early- to mid-stage memory loss\, allowing their\nfamily members and/or friends to take a much-needed break\nfrom caregiving. It’s led by Lyngblomsten Community Services\nstaff with support from specially trained volunteers. \nAn assessment must be completed prior to attending The Gathering. To schedule one\, please contact Lisa Brown\, Caregiver Services Coordinator\, at 651-632-5320 or caregiving@lyngblomsten.org.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/the-gathering-2/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Lyngblomsten at Lino Lakes\, 6070 Blanchard Blvd.\, Lino Lakes\, 55014
CATEGORIES:Respite
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyngblomsten Community Services":MAILTO:communityservices@lyngblomsten.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230510T184042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T184043Z
UID:10001253-1744896600-1744902000@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 sharing experiences\, challenges\, coping strategies\, and humor. The goal is to help caregivers care for themselves through education and empowerment. \nGroups are open to caregivers who live in (or are caring for someone who lives in) Carver\, Hennepin\, Scott\, or Wright Counties and caring for an older adult or someone with a cognitive diagnosis. \nThere is no fee and caregivers may join any time. \nContact Becky to register: 612-804-0968 or b.allard@seniorcommunity.org
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-caregiver-support-group-9/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Crow River Senior Center\, 11800 Town Center Dr. NE #200\, St. Michael\, MN\, 55376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195354
CREATED:20230510T184146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T184147Z
UID:10001349-1744896600-1744902000@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Memory Cafe
DESCRIPTION: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 caregiver support group. Light refreshments are provided. \nThis café is geared toward those in the middle stages of dementia who can still participate in daily activities\, but may need more assistance. \nImmediate caregiver & loved one with dementia may register for one Memory Café per month. Registration is required for both people. The Minnetonka Memory Café is part of the City of Minnetonka’s continuing efforts to make Minnetonka a more dementia friendly community. \nContact the Minnetonka Community Center to learn more and register:\n952-939-8393   |    minnetonkamn.gov/register
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-memory-cafe-3/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Minnetonka Community Center\, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd.\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Memory Cafe
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
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