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Family Caregiver Resources for Minnesota
En español | Caregiving may be one of the most important and challenging roles you’ll ever take on. No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.
AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.
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Caregiver Support
Association of Area Agencies on Aging (800-333-2433)
Offers free services for Minnesotans aged 60 and older, including congregate and home-delivered meals, nutrition education, in-home assistance, outreach, legal services, transportation and long-term care ombudsman services.
Minnesota Aging Pathways 800-333-2433
Connects older adults and caregivers to free statewide services such as home care, respite, adult day programs, caregiver education and consultations. Operated by the Minnesota Board on Aging in partnership with Area Agencies on Aging.
Offers support groups, peer connections, educational resources, and community programs to help family caregivers, particularly men, navigate the challenges of caregiving and find support along the way
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota Caregiver Support and Respite (866-787-9802)
Provides short-term, nonmedical in-home support for older adults (age 60+) so family caregivers can take personal time. Services include coaching, support groups, and respite care.
Provides support, resources, and community for family caregivers through virtual support groups, coaching, educational tools, and peer connection.
Provides creative storytelling tools and resources that help people living with dementia and their caregivers build connection, communication, and engagement.
Finances
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota Financial Counseling (888-577-2227)
Free financial services, including debt and budget counseling, credit report reviews, foreclosure prevention and reverse-mortgage counseling.
Minnesota Department of Commerce — Energy Assistance Program (800-657-3710)
Provides financial assistance for eligible Minnesota households who are unable to pay for heat and other utility bills.
Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (800-657-3858)
Provides information on applying for unemployment insurance benefits, listings of employment opportunities, career assistance and links to financial help and community services. An online job bank — MinnesotaWorks.net — connects job seekers and employers.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (800-657-3698; 651-431-4050)
Provides food assistance via Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards and nutritional education for eligible households.
Legal
Elder Voice Advocates (952) 239-6394
Supports older adults, people with disabilities, and their families through education, advocacy, and efforts to improve the quality and oversight of long-term care services.
Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid/ Minnesota Disability Law Center (800-292-4150; 612-332-1441)
Works to help protect and assist vulnerable Minnesotans in civil legal matters, including poverty law, disability law and public advocacy.
Minnesota Elder Justice Center (651– 440-9312)
Provides information and resources to older adults and vulnerable adults, their loved ones, and professionals around issues of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation.
Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center/Adult Protective Services (844-880-1574)
Investigates reports of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.
Minnesota Lawyer Referral Service and Information Service (612-752-6699)
Offers a Reduced Fee Program, which provides reduced-cost legal services. To qualify, clients must have some form of stable income that lies between 125-250% of the federal poverty guidelines.
Health
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (800-333-2433)
Provides information, counseling and assistance to Medicare-eligible residents to help make informed choices about insurance. Offers Medicare savings programs to aid with Medicare premiums, all or part of the annual deductible and lower prescription co-pays.
MNsure Health Care Insurance Exchange (855-366-7873)
Health insurance marketplace helps residents find, choose and enroll in comprehensive health coverage including low-cost programs such as Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare.
National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota (651-645-2948; 888-626-4435)
Supports individuals and families affected by mental illness through education, advocacy and peer support.
Housing and Care Facilities
HOME Line (866-866-3546; 612-728-5767)
Offers free and low-cost legal, educational and advocacy services for renters facing housing issues.
An online tool that helps families compare assisted living communities using information on resident satisfaction, quality of life, and other key measures when choosing care options.
Minnesota Nursing Home Report Card
An online tool that helps consumers compare nursing homes across Minnesota. The report card provides information on quality measures, inspection results, staffing, resident quality of life, and satisfaction to help individuals and families make informed long-term care decisions.
Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (800-657-3769; 651-296-7608)
Provides information on homeownership, housing assistance, supportive housing and rental housing.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman (800-657-3591)
Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of long-term care facilities such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities, specialty care facilities and boarding homes. Anyone can use an ombudsman to report a concern and get help resolving problems including residents, residents’ family members and friends, and long-term care facility employees.
Senior Housing Inc. (952-945-4022)
Comprehensive source of housing options and resources for older adults in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.
Information and Services
Wilder Foundation (651-280-2000)
Supports the health and independence of adults to age in community through a full range of services including home care, caregiver respite, support groups, Meals on Wheels and wellness classes.
Association of Area Agencies on Aging (800-333-2433)
Provides free services to residents age 60 years and older, including congregate and home-delivered meals, nutrition education, in-home assistance, outreach, legal services, transportation and long-term care ombudsman.
Meals on Wheels Minnesota (612-623-3363)
Provides nutritious home-delivered meals to older adults and people with disabilities.
Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers (763-682-7325; Veterans Crisis Line 888-546-5838)
Assists veterans and their families in accessing benefits and crisis support.
Minnesota Department of Human Services - Aging
Elderly Waiver and Community Alternative Care programs provide home- and community-based services including home care, skilled nursing, case management and adult day care for eligible adults over age 65 who choose to live in the community but still require nursing home-level care.
Minnesota Aging & Disability Resources
Online directory of services for older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers relating to financial, adult day services, assistive technology and other forms of assistance.
Disability Hub MN (866-333-2466)
Disability Hub MN is a free statewide resource network that helps you solve problems, navigate the system and plan for your future. You’ll discover options and tools to manage your health, benefits, work, housing and more.
Offers tools and consultation to help older adults remain safely at home.
Metro Mobility (651-602-1111)
Provides accessible transportation services for certified riders who are unable to use regular fixed-route buses due to a disability or health condition.
Minnesota Ride Link (800-333-2433Veterans: 888-546-5838)
Connects veterans, military families and others to a single source of information for transportation services in their area (e.g., trips for employment, medical, recreation and shopping).
Volunteers of America Minnesota (952-945-4000)
Services available for older adults and caregivers include health education, respite services, support groups and legal services to assist with estate planning, power of attorney, guardianships and health directives.
End of Life
Department of Health – Palliative Care
Provides resources on palliative care and advance care planning.
A regional association of integrative end-of-life professionals, including death doulas, home funeral guides, celebrants, and green burial advocates serving Minnesota.
Provides free conversation guides and planning tools to help individuals and families discuss and share their wishes for future health care and end-of-life decisions.
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