Caregiver Resources
Ambiguous Loss
Everyone experiences ambiguous loss if only from breaking up with someone, or having aging parents or kids leaving home. As we learn from the people who must cope with the more catastrophic situations of ambiguous loss, we learn how to tolerate the ambiguity in our more common losses in everyday life. Click here for more information.
Caregiver Resource Guide
MN Board on Aging - Caregiver Resource Booklet Resources on getting started with caregiving; caring for yourself; and making a caregiving plan by the Minnesota Board on Aging.
Caring.com
Caring.com is a leading online destination for caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging loved one.
Jewish Family Services
Are you a caregiver who could benefit from short-term counseling? PEARLS for Caregivers is a short-term counseling and life coaching program specifically designed for people dealing with low mood or depression. It uses a well-researched, structured, home-based approach that has been proven to reduce symptoms of depression. Counselors meet with caregivers in their homes to provide eight FREE one-on-one support sessions over five months. After these are complete, monthly follow up phone call sessions are available for an additional four months. 651-410-7822
Lutheran Social Services
Whether you need a break from your caregiving responsibilities to tackle your to-do list, resources to grow your caregiving skills, time to see friends and family, or a nap to recharge — we can step in. We also offer groups where you can connect with others in the same situation. 651-642-5990
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative.
Senior Linkage Line
Senior Linkage Line® not only helps connect you to services in your community, but also provides the actual assistance to help you get the information and personalized help you need to make good decisions. This includes providing face to face help to you in your home and community. 1-800-333-2433
Trellis
If you care for an older person or a person with disabilities, you are a caregiver. Use the information on this page to help you navigate your role as caregiver. 1-800-333-2433
V.A. Caregiver Support
Caregivers play an important role in the health and well-being of Veterans. The Caregiver Support Program offers training, educational resources, and multiple tools to help you succeed. 1-800-273-8255
Wilder Caregiver Services
To feel less alone and receive support from other caregivers, join one of our support groups or gatherings. We meet at the Wilder Community Center for Aging in Saint Paul unless otherwise noted. 651-280-2273