Senior Services

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Monthly Newsletter – Current/upcoming events, information in scams/fraud, and general information for healthy safe aging at home. 

A link to the monthly newsletter.

 

Senior Meetings

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Grant

Ashby- 2nd Tuesday of each month- Potluck at 12pm, Meeting at 1pm. Ashby Senior Center

Barrett- 2nd  Monday of each month- 1:30pm. Peace Lutheran Church

Elbow Lake- 3rd  Monday of each month- 10:30am. Elbow Lake Senior Center (Building connected to the Elbow Lake Library, room next to the Chamber of Commerce)

Hoffman- 3rd Monday of each month- 12:00pm. Hoffman Senior Center

Herman- 3rd Thursday of each month- 2:00pm. Council room in community building

 

Pope

Cyrus Seniors– 1st Tuesday of the month – 2pm. Trinity Lutheran                                                                                                          Church

Lowry Seniors – 1st Thursday of the month – 2pm. Lowry Community Center

Council on Aging – 2nd Monday of the month – 9:30am. Western Prairie Human Services

Farwell – 3rd Thursday of the month – Potluck at 12pm. Farwell Community Center

 

Traverse

Wheaton- 3rd  Wednesday of each Month- 2:00pm- Wheaton Community Diner

 

Coffee with a Cop – Facilitated by our County TRIAD groups. See Newsletters for schedule of events

 

A Matter of Balance – Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.

 

Commodity Supplemental Food Program (NAPS)

Wholesome, shelf-stable foods like fruits, vegetables, cereal, meat, and dairy items are made available by USDA provided by the North County Food Bank. Available to income eligible adults 60+.  

Food is distributed monthly in Grant, Pope, and Traverse counties

 

Care Connections Caregivers Supports  

Trained Caregiver Coaches provide caregivers with the tools, knowledge, and emotional support they need to provide the best possible care to their loved ones while maintaining their own health and well-being. Coaching can cover communication skills, stress management, self-care and problem solving.

 

Caregiver Support Groups Caregiving can be a challenging and isolating experience, but it doesn’t have to be. Support groups provide a safe space for caregivers to connect with others who understand their unique struggles.

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Grant County 4th Tuesday of the month – 10am. Maplewood Manor,                                                                                                    Elbow Lake

​Pope County 2nd Thursday of the month – 2pm. Western Prairie Human                                                                                   Services Conference  Room                                                                                              

                         4th Tuesday of the month –   2pm. Western Prairie Human                                                                                  Services  Conference Room  Traverse County 3rd Monday of the month 2pm. Location TBD –                                                                                                 Beginning in March.

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Virtual – 2nd Tuesday of the month 5:30pm. Email

for link to meeting dkittelson@wphsmn.gov

 

Dementia/Alzheimer’s Support & Education – PAC Certified Independent Trainer. Short educational presentations and professional trainings available using the Teepa Snow Positive Approach to Care (PAC) philosophy, providing dementia related awareness, knowledge, and skill demonstration.

Dementia Essentials Traverse County (link to flyer)​​


Care Companions Support Group. Caregiving can be a challenging and isolating experience, but it doesn't have to be. Support groups provide a safe space for caregivers to connect with others who understand their unique struggles.

Memory Makers Our group respite program focuses on both caregivers and care receivers. Offering socialization with others in a fun, friendly, and secure environment. Caregivers can join the activities or take time for themselves.

Volunteer Caregiver Support Non-medical in-home support provided by volunteers for a couple of hours a week. This allows caregivers to take a much needed break, to go to appointments, or run errands.

Navigating the Path of a Caregiver: Embracing Social Support 

Embarking on the caregiving journey is both challenging and emotionally charged, an experience that can only be truly understood through firsthand involvement. By finding solace in support groups, we can share our triumphs, sorrows, and joys with fellow caregivers. Together, we navigate the complexities of caregiving, drawing strength from each other to move forward with unwavering courage. While caregiving may have challenges and moments of isolation, it doesn't have to be a solitary endeavor. Support groups provide a haven for caregivers to connect with others who understand their unique hardships. Through sharing experiences, caregivers gain fresh perspectives, valuable coping strategies, and deep connections. Let's embark on this journey together, supporting one another every step of the way.

Group Locations

Elbow Lake

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Glenwood  4th Tuesday of the Month 2pm

Western Prairie Human Services 211 E Minnesota Ave, Glenwood, MN

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Morris Virtual 2nd Tuesday of the Month 5:30pm Meeting held on Zoom

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If you have any further questions contact

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Senior Meetings Grant and Pope – Diane 320-424-0018 or dkittelson@wphsmn.gov

Senior Meetings Traverse – Katie 218-770-3740 or kennen@wphsmn.gov

Caregiver Coaching and Support Groups – Diane

Dementia/Alzheimer’s Education – Diane

Information and Assistance – Blenda 218-685-8207 or blambutis@wphsmn.gov

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Commodity Supplemental Food Program

 Grant and Pope –                                                         Blenda 320-805-0472   Traverse –                                                                      Katie 218-770-3740

 A Matter of Balance –                                                  Diane 320-424-0018

                                                                                           Katie  218-770-3740

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Community Resources

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Senior Linkage Line                                                                      1-800-333-2433

Disability Hub                                                                                1-866-333-2466

Veterans Linkage Line                                                                  1-888-546-5838

MinnesotaHelp.info - Search for Disability Services

health.state.mn.us/facilities - Health Care Facilities, Providers, & Insurance

Medicare.gov - How Medicare works and what is covered; compare hospitals, home care agencies and nursing homes

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