Support for Caregivers of Older Adults
Caregiving can be hard, but support makes it easier. Wherever you are on your journey, we're here to walk with you.
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Who is a caregiver?

Family and friends may not view themselves as caregivers, especially if they have taken on the role as a loved one’s needs have slowly changed. But caregiving can include transportation, assisting with medical appointments, managing finances, taking care of household chores, and more.

"It's hard, but it's worth it."

We hear caregivers say this all the time. We know that while caring for your loved one is important, it also poses challenges. That’s why our team of caring Licensed Social Workers is here to provide the support you need.

How we can support you:

Support Groups

A place for caregivers to learn from and support each other by sharing your experiences, challenges, coping strategies, and humor. Facilitated by a Licensed Social Worker.

Caregiver Coaching

Giving you knowledge, skills, and tools you can use to to continue caregiving while keeping a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Family Meeting Facilitation

Helping your family understand their current situation and plan for the future. Create realistic expectations, positive communication, and fewer misunderstandings.

Memory Cafes

Respite and support at the same time for caregivers of those experiencing memory loss. A creative activity takes place at the same time as a support group.

Information and Assistance

Helping you access services and resources that are available in your community.

Caregiver Consultation

Addressing your concerns about the care receiver: identifying their needs, developing your approach, problem solving, decision making, and referring to services,

These services are supported, in part, by a Live Well at Home grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services. These services are also funded
under contract with Trellis and the Central MN Council on Aging as part of the Older Americans Act program.

Fill out a form to get started:

Self Referral

Fill this out if you're a caregiver looking for support for yourself.

Refer a Caregiver

Fill this out if you know a caregiver who may need some support.

Or leave a message at 612-770-7005 and a Social Worker will return your call.

Frequently Asked Questions

Caregivers who live in, or who care for an older adult or someone with a cognitive diagnosis who lives in our service area, are eligible for caregiver support services.

We serve Carver, Hennepin, Scott, Sherburne, and Wright Counties in Minnesota.

Our dedicated team of licensed Social Workers has decades of combined experience between them and provide an individualized approach to caregivers’ needs. Meet our team.

Though some services are subject to a fee, no one is denied service because of inability to pay.

These services are supported, in part, by Hennepin County, municipalities, Title III grants from Trellis & CMCOA, and a Live Well at Home Grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Additional funding is provided by individual donors and client cost-share. Some services may also be covered by Elderly Waiver/MSHO.

We welcome individual donations from generous donors like you to help support caregiver services. 

Use the online form below to provide some basic information. One of our Social Workers will contact you to learn more about how we can help.

You can also leave a message at 612-770-7005 and a Social Worker will return your call.

Our award-winning Caregiver Coaching and Counseling Service is covered by the Elderly Waiver (S5115 TF) program. 

If you’d like to make a referral, use the online form below. Or, leave a message at 612-770-7005 and a Social Worker will return your call.

Elderly Waiver Benefit (S5115) flyer

Caregiving is a Journey

We walk with caregivers on their journey so they can maintain their own wellbeing while they provide care.

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A tax-deductible gift brings support groups, memory cafes, and counseling to more caregivers.
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