DESCRIPTION: Respite provides care on a short-term basis for a person who cannot take care of themselves, and who is usually taken care of by a family member or friend. The service is designed to provide temporary coverage for the caregiver during an absence or need for relief. Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers or the Alternative Care program (http://www.dhs.state.mn.us/id_002203) in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION Respite is offered if there is availability. The minimum length of stay is 2 weeks.

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION * Parkinson's Disease support group * Memory Care support group * Memory Café (http://www.emeraldcrest.com/memory-care/events/memory-cafe/?eID=162) offered the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 3:30pm - 4:45pm at the Hopkins Library - For more information, call (952) 233-9516 * Memory Café (https://www.emeraldcrest.com/memory-care/events/memory-cafe-2/?eID=235) offered the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 4:00pm - 5:30pm - For more information, call (952) 233-9516

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION The Adult Community Center offers support groups: * Parkinson's support group meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 3:30pm * Dementia Caregiver group meets the 1st Wednesday of the month at 10:00am

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Provides several support groups, see events calendar for details. Current or past groups include: * Stronger Together caregiver support group * Parkinson's support group * Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) support group (please contact Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) for more information) * Grief support group

DESCRIPTION: Respite provides care on a short-term basis for a person who cannot take care of themselves, and who is usually taken care of by a family member or friend. The service is designed to provide temporary coverage for the caregiver during an absence or need for relief. Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers or the Alternative Care program (http://www.dhs.state.mn.us/id_002203) in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION Respite is offered if there is availability. The minimum length of stay is 2 weeks.

DESCRIPTION: Learn more about a specific topic and how to connect to additional resources and services. MORE INFORMATION Provides information about Parkinson's disease research, education and public advocacy Provides assistance to people with Parkinson's and their families, including: * Understanding Parkinson's including causes, signs, diagnosis, symptoms and treatments * Resources and support for living with Parkinson's * Information about seeking care

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Provides support groups: * Parkinson's support group for those affected and their caregivers * Post-Polio Syndrome support group

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Parkinson's Disease Support Group meets the 4th Wednesday of each month. * Meet in person at the Northfield Hospital Conference Center, lower level

DESCRIPTION: Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers (http://www.dhs.state.mn.us/id_001787) in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION A comprehensive residential living provider offering a unique and specialized home environment for individuals with Parkinson's and other neuromuscular disorders

DESCRIPTION: Learn more about a specific topic and how to connect to additional resources and services. MORE INFORMATION Many resources and support programs about living with Parkinson's including: * Managing Parkinson's * Causes and symptoms * Early signs * Movement and non-movement symptoms * Diagnosis * Treatment * Statistics * Living with Parkinson's

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Various support groups are available, that may include: * Prostate Cancer (https://cloquethospital.com/happenings/prostate-cancer-support-2) * Parkinson's (https://cloquethospital.com/happenings/parkinsons-support-group-2)

DESCRIPTION: Learn more about a specific topic and how to connect to additional resources and services. MORE INFORMATION Education, outreach and research to improve quality of life for people with Parkinson's is the purpose of the National Parkinson Foundation (NPF). Provides: * Information about the disease * Causes and statistics * Early signs * Movement and non-movement symptoms * Diagnosis * Treatment * Living with Parkinson's * Online forums with doctors, nurses, therapists and other people with Parkinson's * Online information for patients and caregivers on managing the disease * Guide to managing care in a hospital setting * Information on insurance and financial planning * Local resources (https://www.parkinson.org/MinnesotaDakotas)

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support.

DESCRIPTION: Assessment, care and service coordination for older adults related to aging, memory, mental and physical health You may look for these services if you have memory loss, dementia or other aging related issues. MORE INFORMATION Provides assessment, diagnostic testing and ongoing care for temporary or chronic conditions, including dementia. Services includes * Occupational therapy for dementia care * Physical and occupational therapy for Parkinson's Disease * Physical therapy for balance, dizziness and gait disorders * Neuropsychological testing

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Offers a variety of education classes and health-related seminars for local residents Support groups are open to individuals, families, and caregivers: * Dementia * Diabetes * Heart disease * Lung disease * Parkinson's disease

DESCRIPTION: Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers (http://www.dhs.state.mn.us/id_001787) in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION A comprehensive residential living provider offering a unique and specialized home environment for individuals with Parkinson's and other neuromuscular disorders

DESCRIPTION: Respite provides care on a short-term basis for a person who cannot take care of themselves, and who is usually taken care of by a family member or friend. The service is designed to provide temporary coverage for the caregiver during an absence or need for relief. Learn more about this service when paid for under the waivers or the Alternative Care program (http://www.dhs.state.mn.us/id_002203) in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION Respite is offered if there is availability. The minimum length of stay is 2 weeks.

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Offers many support groups at various hospital and clinic locations Topics available at some sites include: * Grief * Cancer * Stroke * Caregivers or family members * Weight loss * Brain tumor * Parkinson's

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION A variety of support groups meet regularly to provide support and information to people struggling with various health and wellness challenges. Support groups offered include: * Arthritis * Brain injury * Cancer * Caregiver * Celiac and gluten intolerance * Grief * Multiple Sclerosis (MS) * Parkinson's * Stroke * Survivors of Suicide Loss

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Provides support groups including: * Caregivers * Parkinson's Caregivers * Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregivers * Low Vision

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Provides monthly support groups: * Transitions: Navigating Life's Events Together from 9:30am – 10:30am or 6:30pm – 7:30pm, 1st Wednesday of the month at North Shore Area Partners * Parkinson's Support Group from 10:30am - 11:30am, 1st Wednesday of the month * Caregiver and Grief Support Programming

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Hosts several support groups including: * Grief * Caregiver Conversations * Dementia * Parkinson's

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Offers many support groups at various hospital and clinic locations Topics available at some sites include: * Grief * Cancer * Stroke * Caregivers or family members * Weight loss * Brain tumor * Parkinson's

DESCRIPTION: Assessment, care and service coordination for older adults related to aging, memory, mental and physical health You may look for these services if you have memory loss, dementia or other aging related issues. MORE INFORMATION Provides assessment, diagnostic testing and ongoing care for temporary or chronic conditions, including dementia. Services includes * Occupational therapy for dementia care * Physical and occupational therapy for Parkinson's Disease * Physical therapy for balance, dizziness and gait disorders * Neuropsychological testing

DESCRIPTION: A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION Support groups that meet at the Senior Center: * Parkinson's support group * Grief support group * Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver support group * Caregiver support group