Finding Meaning and Hope
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesJoin a group of fellow family caregivers to learn how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the challenges of caring for someone with dementia or other cognitive impairment. In the Finding Meaning and Hope discussion series, you will learn skills that can help you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope....Learn more
Caregiver Support Group
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesA welcoming space for caregivers to learn and reinforce positive self-care, give and receive encouragement, and enjoy support and understanding from 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...Learn more
Night Out
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesCaregivers of older adults can take a break while their care recipient enjoys a fun night at FamilyMeans. Participants will enjoy various activities and will be supervised by staff and volunteers. Caregivers will get a two-hour break where they can enjoy some free time. Participants are asked to bring a supper. There are several food options nearby, or we have...Learn more
Shaping Your Tomorrow: MCI and Dementia
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesEducation, planning, support for those living with dementia and someone important to them. 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 a specific topic for education, planning for the future, and learning from others on a similar journey....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
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
Powerful Tools for Caregivers (virtual)
The class is designed to provide caregivers with a wealth of self-care tools that will help them take care of themselves while taking care of others. Caregivers will learn to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, bring more balance to their lives, better communicate feelings, and increase their ability to make tough decisions. The class is open...Learn more
Finding Meaning and Hope
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesJoin a group of fellow family caregivers to learn how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the challenges of caring for someone with dementia or other cognitive impairment. In the Finding Meaning and Hope discussion series, you will learn skills that can help you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope....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
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
