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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
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:20260425T230048
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:20260425T230048
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:20260425T230048
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20230510T183648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T183649Z
UID:10001084-1744907400-1744912800@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. \nThere 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-2/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Eden Prairie Senior Center\, 10201 Wayzata 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:20250421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250501T163818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T163820Z
UID:10003449-1745229600-1745244000@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/2025-04-21/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250207T162113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T162116Z
UID:10003185-1745316000-1745334000@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/2025-04-22/
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:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250216T193145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T193147Z
UID:10003324-1745323200-1745337600@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/2025-04-22/
LOCATION:Forest Lake YMCA\, 19845 Forest Rd N\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250228T153954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T154000Z
UID:10003374-1745402400-1745407800@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/2025-04-23/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250501T163849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T163853Z
UID:10003442-1745402400-1745407800@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:JFCS hosts six-week classes\, “Powerful Tools for Caregivers.” If you have picked up a prescription\, brought over dinner\, given a ride to the doctor\, taken care of an errand or made decisions big or small on behalf of a senior\, you are a caregiver. The class is designed to provide you with a wealth of self-care tools that will help you take care of yourself while taking care of others. You will learn to reduce stress\, improve your self-confidence\, bring more balance to your life\, better communicate your feelings\, and increase your ability to make tough decisions. The class is open to people from the Jewish and broader community.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-11/2025-04-23/
LOCATION:MN JCC- Sabes Center Mpls\, 4330 S. Cedar Lake Road\, Saint Louis Park\, 55416
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Family and Children's Service of Minneapolis":MAILTO:jkoontz@jfcsmpls.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20241206T204241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T204243Z
UID:10003102-1745488800-1745496000@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/2025-04-24/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250501T163922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T163924Z
UID:10003485-1745488800-1745503200@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-2/2025-04-24/
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:20250428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250501T163818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T163820Z
UID:10003450-1745834400-1745848800@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/2025-04-28/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20230510T183610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T183611Z
UID:10001301-1745847000-1745852400@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:SCS Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Memory Loss Focus \nThis 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 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 Sara to register: 612-868-6720 or s.roberts@seniorcommunity.org. \nA Zoom link will be provided.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-caregiver-support-group-virtual/2025-04-28/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20230510T183538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T183540Z
UID:10001372-1745852400-1745857800@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 Lisa Engdahl\, LSW to register: 952-767-7890 or l.engdahl@seniorcommunity.org
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/scs-memory-cafe/2025-04-28/
LOCATION:Club Prior\, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave SE #101\, Prior Lake\, MN\, 55372\, United States
CATEGORIES:Memory Cafe
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Community Services":MAILTO:ReimagineAging@seniorcommunity.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250216T193145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T193147Z
UID:10003325-1745928000-1745942400@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/2025-04-29/
LOCATION:Forest Lake YMCA\, 19845 Forest Rd N\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250228T153954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T154000Z
UID:10003375-1746007200-1746012600@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/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250501T163849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T163853Z
UID:10003443-1746007200-1746012600@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:JFCS hosts six-week classes\, “Powerful Tools for Caregivers.” If you have picked up a prescription\, brought over dinner\, given a ride to the doctor\, taken care of an errand or made decisions big or small on behalf of a senior\, you are a caregiver. The class is designed to provide you with a wealth of self-care tools that will help you take care of yourself while taking care of others. You will learn to reduce stress\, improve your self-confidence\, bring more balance to your life\, better communicate your feelings\, and increase your ability to make tough decisions. The class is open to people from the Jewish and broader community.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-11/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:MN JCC- Sabes Center Mpls\, 4330 S. Cedar Lake Road\, Saint Louis Park\, 55416
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Family and Children's Service of Minneapolis":MAILTO:jkoontz@jfcsmpls.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20241206T204241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T204243Z
UID:10003103-1746093600-1746100800@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/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250501T163922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T163924Z
UID:10003486-1746093600-1746108000@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-2/2025-05-01/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20230510T183714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T183715Z
UID:10001109-1746104400-1746109800@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-3/2025-05-01/
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:20250501T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20230510T183628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T183629Z
UID:10001060-1746106200-1746111600@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/2025-05-01/
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:20250505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250501T163818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T163820Z
UID:10003451-1746439200-1746453600@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/2025-05-05/
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:20250505T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20230510T184028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T184029Z
UID:10001399-1746441000-1746446400@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-8/2025-05-05/
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:20250506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250216T193145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T193147Z
UID:10003326-1746532800-1746547200@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/2025-05-06/
LOCATION:Forest Lake YMCA\, 19845 Forest Rd N\, Forest Lake\, MN\, 55025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20230510T184126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T184127Z
UID:10001400-1746538200-1746543600@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 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-2/2025-05-06/
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:20250507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250228T153954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T154000Z
UID:10003376-1746612000-1746617400@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/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:FamilyMeans\, 1875 Northwestern Avenue S\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T230048
CREATED:20250501T163849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T163853Z
UID:10003444-1746612000-1746617400@trellisconnects.org
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:JFCS hosts six-week classes\, “Powerful Tools for Caregivers.” If you have picked up a prescription\, brought over dinner\, given a ride to the doctor\, taken care of an errand or made decisions big or small on behalf of a senior\, you are a caregiver. The class is designed to provide you with a wealth of self-care tools that will help you take care of yourself while taking care of others. You will learn to reduce stress\, improve your self-confidence\, bring more balance to your life\, better communicate your feelings\, and increase your ability to make tough decisions. The class is open to people from the Jewish and broader community.
URL:https://trellisconnects.org/cc-event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers-11/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:MN JCC- Sabes Center Mpls\, 4330 S. Cedar Lake Road\, Saint Louis Park\, 55416
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Family and Children's Service of Minneapolis":MAILTO:jkoontz@jfcsmpls.org
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