AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ACUPUNCTURE AND ORIENTAL MEDICINE
1925 W. County Road B2, Roseville
651-631-0216
www.aaaom.edu

CHINESE ACUPUNTURE & HERB CENTER
7200 France Ave S., Edina
952-830-8107

COMPLETE ORIENTAL MEDICINE CARE
5841 Pleasant Ave. S., Minneapolis
612-866-4000
www.orientalmedcare.com

HENNEPIN FACULTY ASSOCIATES ACUPUNCTURE & ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE CLINIC
825 S. 8th St., Suite 1106, Mpls.
612-347-6238
www.hfahealth.com
Complementary medicine specialists work in association with medical doctors to provide acupuncture, chiropractic, massage therapy and herbs for: Pain, Fatigue, Headache, Women’s Health, Bladder Problems, Sinus/Allergies.

NORTHWESTERN’S NATURAL CARE CENTERS
www.nwhealth.edu/natcare/main.html
Natural Care Centers provide a variety of conservative health care services, including chiropractic, acupuncture, Oriental medicine, massage therapy, healing touch, and naturopathy. Health and wellness retail products available for purchase at some locations.

Bloomington Natural Care Center
2501 W. 84th St., Bloomington
952-885-5444

Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
The Edith Davis Teaching Clinic
2501 W. 84th St., Bloomington
(952) 885-5450

Burnsville Natural Care Center & School of Massage Therapy Teaching Clinic
12445 River Ridge Blvd., Burnsville
952-894-7620

Woodwinds Natural Care Center
Woodwinds Health Campus
1875 Woodwinds Dr., Suite 100, Woodbury
651-232-6830

PATHWAYS
A Health Crisis Resource Center
3115 Hennepin Avenue S, Mpls.
612-822-9061
www.pathwaysminneapolis.org
Pathways is a volunteer-supported resource center providing programs that are designed to support a creative healing response to life-threatening illness free of charge. Pathways offers creative healing techniques and seminars - from yoga instruction and therapeutic massage to energy balancing and self-discovery opportunities–as integrative therapies designed to complement, not replace, traditional medical treatments.

TCM HEALTH CENTERS
Traditional Chinese Medicine
www.aaaom.org/tcmhealthcenter.htm
AAAAOM Faculty Clinic
1925 W. County Rd B-2, Roseville
651-631-0216

Dinkytown Clinic
1313 5th Street SE, Suite 212, Minneapolis
612-379-3583

Edina Clinic
6550 York Avenue S, Suite 417, Edina
952-926-4011

Saint Paul Clinic
613 Grand Avenue W, Saint Paul
651-726-2459

Uptown Clinic
1403 W. Lake Street, Minneapolis
612-823-6650

YWCA OF MPLS
www.ywca-minneapolis.org
Offering acupuncture, massage, Yoga and Tai Chi. Call or visit web site for schedules.

Downtown
1130 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
612-332-0501

Midtown
2121 East Lake Street, Minneapolis
612-215-4333

Uptown
2808 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis
612-874-7131

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ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
1-800- 272-3900 24-Hour Helpline
www.alz.org

Minnesota-Dakotas Chapter
4500 W. 77th St., Suite 200, Mpls.
952-830-0512
1-800-232-0851
www.alzmndak.org
24-Hour Helpline can answer any questions you may have about Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementias, and directs you to services, educational workshops, support groups and information. Local chapter also offers a video lending library.

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE EDUCATION AND REFERRAL CENTER
1-800-438-4380
www.alzheimers.org
Organization offers current, comprehensive Alzheimer’s disease information and resources from the U.S. Government’s National Institute on Aging.


THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION
North Central Chapter
1902 Minnehaha Avenue W., St. Paul
651-644-4108
www.arthritis.org
Offering 30 exercise programs, 10 support groups and 50 aquatic programs in the Twin Cities, North Dakota and South Dakotato help you take control of your arthritis or related disease.

SISTER KINNEY REHABILITATION INSTITUTE ARTHRITIS &
FIBROMYALGIA PROGRAM
800 E. 28th Street, Minneapolis
612-863-4466
www.allina.com/ahs/ski.nsf/page/df
Helping people who suffer from one of the more than 100 different types of arthritis, fibromyalgia, lupus and osteoporosis. Patients learn to live with symptoms, reduce the effects of chronic
illness and gain control of their lives

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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
2520 Pilot Knob Road, Ste. 150, Mendota Heights
651-255-8100  
Hotline:1-800-227-2345 Cancer information and services available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week
www.cancer.org

WOMEN’S CANCER RESOURCE CENTER
4604 Chicago Avenue S. Minneapolis
612-822-4846
1-877-892-6742
www.givingvoice.org
Programs include a toll-free and local telephone counseling, referral and support line; a lending library; a quarterly newsletter; several support groups; and a free bodywork and massage program called Caring Hands Touch.

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COURAGE CENTER’S CHRONIC PAIN REBILITATION PROGRAM
3915 Golden Valley Road, Minneapolis
763-520-0412
www.courage.org
Three-week program can be completed as in-patient or out-patient.

HOSPITALS
Most area hospitals offer clinics or programs for chronic pain and pain management. Contact your healthcare system for more information.

MEDICAL ADVANCED PAIN SPECIALISTS
1-800-775-PAIN
www.painphysicians.com
At MAPS, our medical specialists combine advanced knowledge, technical expertise, and compassion with the courage to implement creative solutions for the diagnosis and treatment of all pain syndromes.

MAPS Pain Relief Center
2104 Northdale Boulevard NW
Suite 220, Minneapolis
763-537-6000

Interventional Pain Center
North Memorial Medical Center
3300 Oakdale Ave North
Plaza Level, Robbinsdale
763-537-6000

MAPS Medical Pain Clinic
7400 France Avenue, Edina
763-537-6000

Landmark Surgery Center
17 West Exchange Street
Suite 307, St. Paul
651-842-5465

MAPS Pain Clinic
Midway Hospital Outpatient Clinic
1700 University Avenue W., St. Paul
651-232-5348

Woodbury Surgery Center
8675 Valley Creek Rd, Woodbury
763-537-6000

High Pointe Surgical Center
8650 Hudson Boulevard
Suite 200, Lake Elmo
763-537-6000

MAPS Pain Clinic-Ridgeview Chaska
3000 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska
763-537-6000

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AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
5100 Gamble Drive, St. Louis Park
763-593-5333
www.diabetes.org
Visit the web site for information on local programs for diabetes education and support groups.

DIABETES.COM
www.diabetes.com
Online resource offering up-to-date information, nutrition resources and monthly tips for diabetes sufferers.

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CSD OF MINNESOTA
Voice: 651- 431-2000
TTY/TDD: 800-627-3529
www.dhs.state.mn.us               
Provides interpreters, health education, recreational services and Senior Deaf Adult Services-a variety of activities, workshops, seminars, monthly social events and home visits

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING SERVICES
652-297-1316
www.dhhs.org.state.mn.us
Offering information, referrals, materials on hearing loss and help locating other services. Their booklet, Financial Resources for Hearing Aids, lists organizations with lower cost or free hearing aids/and or assistive listening devices. Provides TTY's, amplified telephones, ring signalers and other telephone equipment to those eligible. Part of the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

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AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
Greater Twin Cities Area
4701 W. 77th Street, Edina
952-835-3300
www.americanheart.org
Free health information, memorials, tributes, educational programs, volunteer opportunities.

HEART HEALTHY LIVING EXERCISE CLASS
612-242-1878 - Lorene
612-242-0311 - Jon
Edinborough Park, Edina
Heartworks-Sabes Jewish Community Center, St. Louis Park
Eagan Community Center
Southdale YMCA
Williston Fitness, Minnetonka
www.hearthealthyliving.net
Club membership is not necessary to participate. Call for days and times.
Classes designed for those who have experienced heart attack, angina, heart surgery or are prone to heart disease to help safely maintain optimum cardiac health. Participants attend 3 times a week at convenient locations in the Twin Cities area. Call for information or to enroll.

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CRISIS CONNECTION
PO Box 19550, Minneapolis
612-379-6363
www.crisis.org
TTY 612-379-6377
Provides 24-hour crisis intervention and supportive counseling by phone.

LITTLE BROTHERS -
FRIENDS OF THE ELDERLY
1845 East Lake Street
Minneapolis
612-721-6215
www.twincities.littlebrothers.org
In the Elders Counseling Elders Program, volunteer peer counselors meet with elders with mild to moderate depression, anxiety, or grief and loss in the elders' homes to provide emotional support and problem-solving assistance.

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA
5905 Golden Valley Rd Ste. 110, Minneapolis
763-546-3242
www.voamn.org
Mental Health Care, aftercare planning and psychiatric support for seniors.

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NATIONAL OSTEOPOROSIS FOUNDATION
612-204-9623
1-800-231-4222
www.nof.org
Offers the Linking Up online support network and information on prevention and living with osteoporosis.

SISTER KINNEY REHABILITATION INSTITUTE OSTEOPOROSIS CLINC
800 E. 28th Street, Minneapolis
612-863-8947
www.allina.com/ahs/ski.nsf/page/df

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION INC. (APDA)
800 E. 28th Street (Piper Building), Room 304, Minneapolis
612-863-5850
1-800-223-2732
www.apdaparkinson.org
Provides free literature, sponsors support groups, offers in-service training for professionals and the general public, provides information about movement disorder specialists in Minnesota, and offers phone consultations for patients, their family members and caregivers.

PARKINSON ASSOCIATION OF MINNESOTA
3407 Kilmer Lane, Plymouth
763-545-1272
www.parkinsonmn.org
The Parkinson Association of Minnesota, a nonprofit, voluntary
chapter of the National Parkinson Foundation, is dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s Disease, through fund-raising, community building, advocacy and increasing public awareness.

STRUTHERS PARKINSON’S CENTER
6701 Country Club Drive
Golden Valley
952-993-5495
1-888-993-5495
www.parknicollet.com/methodist/parkinsons/
Struthers Parkinson’s Center offers a comprehensive range of medical, research education and support services for people with Parkinson’s and their families. It is nationally recognized for its full-day assessment clinic, physician follow-up care, rehab therapies, therapeutic day program, exercise classes, carepartner services and health care professional courses. Other services include quarterly classes for those recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, community outreach events, support groups and a free newsletter.

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Minnesota Stroke Association
8421 Wayzata Blvd., Ste. 240, Golden Valley
763-553-0088
www.strokemn.org
Resources, information and classes for stroke survivors and their families.

Minnesota Stroke Partnership
Minnesota Department of Health, St. Paul
www.mnstrokepartnership.org
Promotes awareness of stroke, stroke prevention, and improving systems of stroke care throughout
Minnesota. Download free information packet, "Caregiver Tips for Working with a Stroke Survivor", in multiple languages.

National Stroke Association
1-800-STROKES (1-800-787 6537)
9707 E. Easter Lane, Centennial, CO
www.stroke.org
Many resources for stroke prevention and recovery in all ages and support for caregivers.

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BLIND, INC.
100 East 22nd St, Minneapolis
612-872-0100
www.blindinc.org
An adjustment to blindness training center. The Senior Program allows people who lose their sight later in life to learn practical techniques for dealing with their sight loss and network with other seniors who are also losing vision.

STATE SERVICES FOR THE BLIND
2200 University Ave W, Suite 240, St. Paul
651-642-0500 (Voice)
651-642-0506 (TTY)
www.mnssb.org/seniors
 Offering low vision aids and other adaptive devices, travel skill training, training in daily living skills, rehabilitation counseling, referral and advocacy services, talking books and other services support the goal of independent living. May also provide rehabilitation counselor, rehabilitation teacher, volunteers or a peer support network. 

Vision Loss Resources
1936 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis
612-871-2222
www.visionlossresources.com
Assisting people who are blind or visually impaired in achieving their full potential. The Rehabilitation Center provides comprehensive training for greater independence at home or work.  Community Services provides programs to enhance independent living and increase leisure opportunities.

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CENTER FOR GRIEF
1133 Grand Avenue, Saint Paul
651-641-0177
www.griefloss.org
A non-profit organization dedicated to offering help and hope for the difficult times in our lives.

HEARTLAND HOME HEALTH CARE & HOSPICE
2250 County Rd. C
Roseville
651-633-6522
www.heardlandhomehealth.com
Hospice is a compassionate approach to caring for those who are faced with a life-limiting illness. Hospice provides patients and their families with supportive services to keep the patient comfortable, educate the family and provide emotional support. At Heartland Hospice, we offer a team approach to caring for our patients and families.

HOSPICE MINNESOTA
2365 McKnight Rd. N, Ste. 2, North St. Paul
Suite 301, St. Paul
651-659-0423
www.hospicemn.org
Promotes quality care for people who are dying and their families; educates professionals and the general public regarding hospice care; and promotes increased access to quality hospice services for all Minnesotans. Visit web site or call for listing of all area hospice programs.

HOSPICE OF THE TWIN CITIES
10405 6th Ave. N., Plymouth
763-531-2424
www.hospiceof thetwincities.com
Hospice of the Twin Cities offers comprehensive care focused on easing the physical, emotional and spiritual pain that often accompanies terminal illness. This includes nursing care, medical social services, counseling, music therapy and 24 availability.    

MINNESOTA VISITING NURSE AGENCY PALLIATIVE CARE SERVICE
3433 Broadway St. NE, Suite 300, Mpls.
612-617-4600
www.mvna.org
When you have a life limiting illness and are not eligible or ready for Hospice, our Palliative Care staff is available to provide pain and symptom management and quality of life enhancement. The goal of Palliative Care is achievement of the best possible quality of life for you and your family. Traditional home health care services are reimbursed by Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care or private insurances.

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BALLY TOTAL FITNESS
7 locations in the Twin Cities
1-800-515-2582
www.ballyfitness.com
Call or visit website to find nearest club.

CURVES FOR WOMEN
1-800-848-1096
www.curves.com
Fitness centers based on a concept of 30-minute fitness, strength training, and weight-loss guidance in a comfortable environment designed for women. Over 72 locations in the Twin Cities area. Visit web site to find a Curves near you.

Inner Strength Fitness Studio
5200 Minnehaha Ave S, Minneapolis
612-644-1953
www.innerstrengthstudio.com
At this eco-friendly fitness studio, there are no membership fees or contracts – you pay only for the classes you choose. Spinning & Stretch for Seniors class offers 40 minutes on indoor bikes followed by 20 minutes of yoga suitable for all levels.

LIFETIME FITNESS
1-888-430-5433
www.lifetimefitness.com
25 area locations. Check web site for location near you.

YMCA
www. ymcatwincities.org
Our active older adult programs at the YMCA offer fun, fellowship, fitness and more. We have senior aerobic classes, retreats, day trips, and volunteer opportunities.Call or visit web site for a location near you.

Minneapolis Area
11 locations
Information 612-371-8700

Saint Paul Area & Western Wisconsin
14 locations
Information 651-292-4100

YWCA OF MINNEAPOLIS
www.ywcampls.org
Classes for senior members include: 55+ Water Fitness, Fit & Tone, Flexibility Plus Water Fitness, Senior Swim, SilverSneakers® -Muscular Strength and Range of Movement Conditioning, SilverSneakers® II–Cardio Circuit and Total Stretch.

Downtown, 1130 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
612-332-0501

Midtown, 2121 E. Lake Street, Minneapolis
612-215-4333

Uptown, 2808 Hennepin Avenue S, Minneapolis
612-874-7131

YWCA OF SAINT PAUL
www.ywcaofstpaul.org
375 Selby Avenue, Saint Paul
651-225-9922
Aerobics, Stretch classes, Forever Fit, Trim and Tone, Water Aerobics, Joint Effort Water Aerobics

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MALL WALKERS
Call location to check participation and hours.
*Malls participating in the WalkSport Club
www.walksport.com

Brookdale Center
Hwy 100 and Hwy 52
Brooklyn Center
763-566-6672

Burnsville Center
Cty Rd 42 in Burnsville
952-435-8181

Eden Prairie Center
8251Flying Cloud Dr.
952-941-7650

Har Mar Mall
2100 Snelling Avenue in Roseville
651-631-0340

Knollwood Mall
8332 Hwy 7 in St. Louis Park
952-933-8041

Mall of America*
Bloomington
952-883-8800

Maplewood Mall
3001 White Bear Ave., Maplewood
651-770-3862

Northtown Mall*
104 Northtown Dr. NE, Blaine
763-792-4210

Ridgedale Center
12421 Wayzata Blvd., Minnetonka
952-544-6000

Rosedale Center
W. Hwy 35 and Snelling Av N, Roseville
651-631-3330

Southdale Center*
200 Southdale Center, Edina
952-920-8101

NORTH MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
3300 Oakdale Avenue North, Robbinsdale
763-425-8775
The Striders’ Walking Club for seniors meets every Tuesday at 8 a.m. to walk for thirty minutes inside or outside the hospital.  Followed by refreshments.  Free parking in the visitors’ ramp.  No cost.

REGIONS HOSPITAL WALKING PROGRAM
Xcel Energy Center, St. Paul
952-883-7800
www.regionshospital.com
Oct. 24-April 25, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (subject to arena availability) from 11 am-2 pm, The Treasure Island Resort & Casino Club level of the Xcel Energy Center is open to the public for walking. HealthPartners 10,000 Steps members can earn points towards prizes and MN Wild tickets. Call or see web for more information. Parking in RiverCentre Ramp is $2.

Step To It
Southside:
Sabathani Community Center, 310 East 38th St, Mpls, Rm 120,
8 am, Wednesdays
Northside:
Urban League Bldg, 2100 Plymouth Ave. N., Minneapolis
8 am, Saturdays
Free community walking program held throughout the year in various local communities with designated indoor locations in winter and through the neighborhoods in good weather.

Walk Styles
www.walkstyles.com
On-line membership for support of independent walkers and walking clubs. Tools for setting goals, tracking progress, member testimonials, and walking product sales.

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MINNESOTA OBESITY CENTER
VA Medical Center, Mpls.
612-467-2566
www.uchsc.edu/core/minnesota.htm
The weight management services of the Minnesota Obesity Center are aimed primarily at veterans with severe obesity (BMI >35 and/or weight >300 pounds) and include a variety of treatment approaches.

WEIGHT WATCHERS
1-800-651-6000
www.weightwatchers.com
Helping men and women lose weight for over 40 years with a sensible approach to reducing calories and increasing exercise. Meetings held at many locations and times. Check web site for a location near you.

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MIND BODY SOLUTIONS
17516 Minnetonka Blvd (at Hwy 101), Minnetonka
952-473-3700
www.mindbodysolutions.org

THE MARSH, A CENTER FOR BALANCE & FITNESS
15000 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka
952-935-2202
www.themarsh.com
Offering Yoga, Tai Ji and Reflective Spaces

THE YOGA CENTER OF MINNEAPOLIS
www.yogacentermpls.com
Downtown Studio
212 N. 3rd Ave., Ste.205, Minneapolis
612-436-4700
St. Louis Park Studio
4215 Excelsior Blvd, St. Louis Park
952-345-1953

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1-800-MEDICARE
For information and answers to frequently asked Medicare questions. Call to sign-up, change address, order materials, get Medicaid information or speak to a customer service representative.

ANOKA COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM
763-783-4707
Senior Information Line
www.accap.org/accap/senior_services.asp
Information and referral services for older adults and their families in Anoka County.

BENEFITS CHECK UP
www.benefitscheckup.org                 
National Council On Aging’s free online tool for locating financial, health, prescription, and other savings programs.

BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD OF INNESOTA
651-662-8000
1-877-662-BLUE (2583) Blue Cross Medicare information
651-662-5744 Medicare Reform Hotline
www.bluecrossmn.com
Click "shop for care then" Healthcare Facts® for a comparative look at area hospitals.

HEALTHFINDER
U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services
www.healthfinder.gov
Online resource with links to government and nonprofit health and human services information, plus quick-reference health guides on diseases, injuries, surgical procedures and diagnostics, health news headlines, online checkups, a comprehensive drug database and a health library. Also offers extensive consumer guide listings as additional resources for researching hospitals and nursing homes, health insurance, Medicare Part D plans and more.

HEALTH PARTNERS FOR BETTER HEALTH PHONE LINE
952-883-7800 or 952-883-7498 (TDD).
Phone line connects to multiple services for members including: personalized counseling, educational materials, information about Health education classes and community resources and much more to help you become more physically active and address other health concerns.

JOINT COMMISSION ON ACCREDITATION OF HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS
1-630-792-5800
www.qualitycheck.org
The Quality Check web site offers a comprehensive guide to the more than 15,000 Joint Commission-accredited health care organizations and programs throughout the United States. Information also available by phone.

MEDICA’S CENTER FOR HEALTHY AGING
5601 Smetana Drive, Minnetonka
952-992-2345
TTY 952-992-3650
www.Medica.com
The Center’s staff is trained to be sensitive to seniors’ special situations, and to help them navigate the complex Medicare area in order to meet their individual needs. One call to the Center puts Medica members in touch with a wide array of information and resources that make it easier to use and understand their health coverage. When you call during business hours, you talk to a real person, not a recording.

METROPOLITAN AREA AGENCY ON AGING
2365 N McKnight Rd, Suite 3, North Saint Paul
651-641-8612
www.tcaging.org
Offers numerous services and resources to help maintain independence in the community. Information is available on employment, financial assistance, Medicare and Medicaid, in-home help, food and nutrition, prescription expense, transportation, caregiver support, Internet education, health insurance counseling and more.

MINNESOTA SENIOR FEDERATION
1885 University Avenue W, Suite 171, Saint Paul
651-645-0261 ext. 145 Health Plan Information Center
www.mnseniors.org
Offering a major source of accurate information for seniors, professionals, family members, and others interested or concerned about health care for those over 65 in today’s ever-changing maze of Medicare benefits and health care options. Senior volunteers answer telephone requests for health care information. Questions range from changes in Medicare coverage to assisting low income seniors find medical services through the Senior Partners Care Program and other statewide health programs.

PARK NICOLLET CENTER FOR SENIOR SERVICES
6500 Park Nicollet Blvd,
St. Louis Park
952-993-5041
 http://www.parknicollet.com/Methodist/Patients-Visitors/Services_Amenities/just-seniors.cfm
Center experts can help you figure out insurance; tell you about Lifeline®, a 24-hour emergency response system; give you information on living wills; or provide you with community resources for your health needs.

SENIOR LINKAGE LINE
1-800-333-2433 Information statewide
TDD/TTY users call the Minnesota Relay Service at 1-800-627-3529
www.tcaging,org
Provides telephone information and assistance services to connect seniors and caregivers with community services such as transportation, housing, adult day centers, home health care, housework, volunteering, hospice care, caregiver support, food/meal delivery, legal/financial assistance, snow/lawn care, employment, minor home repairs, health insurance counseling, prescription drug counseling, health care ombudsman, and more!

United Way / AIRS  INFORMATION & REFERRAL LINE
211 or 651-291-0211
1-800-543-7709
www.211.org
This community answer line provides information and referrals to individual and family services. Trained volunteers can give you information on health services, health issues, counseling, legal help, and more, 24 hours a day. 

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ASSISTED LIVING STORE
651-769-1574
1-888-388-5862
www.AssistedLivingStore.com
The Assisted Living Store is an on-line resource and catalog company that offers independent living products, adaptive equipment, medical equipment and supplies to the older adult market. Examples include large print books, recreation/leisure, incontinence supplies, senior gifts and aids for daily living, such as aids for mobility, vision, hearing, medication, health, kitchen, dining, bathroom, bedroom, dressing and grooming aids, personal care, arthritis, clothing, light therapy, and fall safety products. We bill Medicare and Medical Assistance.

GNC-GENERAL NUTRITION CENTERS
www.gnc.com
General Nutrition Centers is the world’s largest company of its kind devoted exclusively to helping its customers improve their quality of life with health and nutrition products. Numerous locations throughout the Twin Cities, check phonebook for locations.

GOLD VIOLIN
1-877-648-8400
www.goldviolin.com
Online and print catalog of gadgets for independent living. Products include items for enhancing vision and hearing, managing arthritis, walking aids, helpful gadgets, medication management and much more.

The Good Feet Store           
8097 Highway 65 N.E., Spring Lake Park
763-502-7775
8563 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington
952-884-4550
1960 Donegal Drive, Woodbury
651-578-2749
www.goodfeet.com
300 styles and sizes of custom-fit arch supports designed to hold your foot in a more “ideal” position, redistributing body weight more evenly and helping to relieve pain and pressure from your ankles, knees, hips, and back.

HEALTHY FOODS & HEALTHY WAYS
Offers seniors a 10% discount (65+)
Maplewood Mall
3001White Bear Avenue
651-704-9745
Wayzata Bay Center
967 E. Lake Street, Wayzata
952-449-3154

MASTELS
1526 St. Clair Avenue, St. Paul
651-690-1692
www.mnwelldir.org/directory/mastels.htm
Health foods and supplements

RELAX THE BACK STORE
7533 France Ave S., Edina
952-831-3205
www.relaxtheback.com
Providing serious solutions to customers seeking relief and prevention of back and neck pain. This innovative medically driven nationwide back care retailer offers posture and back support products and self-care solutions. Products also available online, along with numerous articles on the spine and its related disorders.

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ALLINA HEALTH SYSTEM
612-262-3333 Medformation offers information on services to seniors
www.allina.com
www.medformation.com
Click on “Hospital” and follow the menu for services. Hospitals include Abbott-Northwestern Hospital, Mercy Hospital, Unity Hospital, United Hospital, and St. Francis Regional Medical Center.

AUGUSTANA SENIOR CARE CLINIC
612-337-7410
1425 10th Avenue S, Minneapolis
www.hfahealth.com
Physicians care for seniors with a wide variety of health concerns including primary medical care and consultation, on-site lab and x-ray services, coordination of care with homecare agencies and rehab programs, and access to over 250 specialists.

FAIRVIEW HEALTH SERVICES
612-672-7272 Fairview HealthWise
www.fairview.org
A tradition of commitment to the communities served by Fairview continues to be reflected in the myriad of other programs that serve older adults. Hospitals include Fairview Lakes Regional Medical Center, Fairview Northland Regional Hospital, Fairview Red Wing Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, Fairview Southdale Hospital, Fairview-University Children’s Hospital, and Fairview-University Medical Center.

HEALTHEAST CARE SYSTEM
651-232-1515
www.healtheast.org
651-232-2400 HealthEast Passport Program
This program, offered at no charge to anyone 55 or older, offers members a personalized membership card, “Passport to Savings” book, Passport Advisor newsletter, opportunities to meet other members, activities and much more. Hospitals include St. Joseph’s Hospital, St. John’s Hospital, Bethesda Rehabilitation Hospital, and Woodwinds Health Campus.

HENNEPIN COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER
Center for Senior Care
914 S. 8th Street, Minneapolis
612-873-2723
www.hcmc.org
Provides comprehensive primary care health services to seniors. The health care team, consisting of geriatrically-oriented physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and social workers, focuses on both well and frail seniors with an emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, and enhancement of functional capacity and independence.

LAKEVIEW HOSPITAL
927 W. Churchill St., Stillwater
651-439-5330
www.lakeview.org
Some of the services we offer to our senior community include cholesterol screenings, support groups, wellness education classes and more.

METHODIST HOSPITAL
6500 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park
952-993-5000
www.parknicollet.com
Sponsoring the Stroke INSPIRE program, Struther’s Parkinson’s Clinic and Lifeline which is a personal response service for people to use at home. Subscribers to the service wear a light, waterproof “Personal Help Button” that, when pressed, sends a signal to the Lifeline Response Center, which is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

MIDWEST FOOT AND ANKLE SPECIALISTS
Serving Blaine, Brooklyn Center, Cottage Grove, Maplewood, Roseville, Richfield, St. Anthony and Stillwater.
612-798-0170
www.midwestfootankle.com
Specializing in gentle and comfortable correction of all foot problems. Services offered at competitive rates and treatment is personalized to meet each individual's needs.

NATIONAL DIZZY AND BALANCE CENTER, INC.
3400 West 66th St, Suite 140, Edina
952-345-3000
320 Coon Rapids Blvd. NW, Suite 200
763-786-6900
Babcock Business Park, 1870 50th St., Suite #1, Inver Grove Heights
651-485-4866           
Opening January 2008 - Downtown St. Paul
www.stopdizziness.com
An outpatient medical clinic that combines physician care, diagnostic testing, and rehabilitation all within the same facility. Individualized vestibular or neurological rehabilitation program  is designed specific to each patient. Free monthly seminars.

NORTH MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
North Memorial Medical Center
3300 Oakdale Avenue North
Robbinsdale, MN 55422
763-520-5200
www.northmemorial.com
Offering classes, support groups, and special health education related events of interest to seniors, such as the Heart Club, Stroke Wellness Center and screenings, Therapeutic Massge, Hospice and Women’s Wellness.

REGIONS HOSPITAL
640 Jackson St. St. Paul 55101
651-254-7600 Seniors Clinic
www.regionshospital.com
Regions Hospital offers more than 100 health professionals specially trained to meet the ever-changing health needs of seniors. Our programs are designed to provide medical care in assisted living, transitional care, home care and long term care situations. The Seniors Clinic, located on the hospital campus, offers convenient access to many hospital amenities, services and state-of-the-art specialty care. In addition, Regions Hospital offers healthy lifestyle activities, disease prevention programs and community volunteering opportunities.

ST. GERTRUDE’S HEALTH CENTER
1850 Sarazin Street, Shakopee
952-233-4400
www.bhshealth.org                 
Provides a healing environment for patients who require extended recovery time yet who do not required hospitalization. Services provided include transitional/subacute care for post surgical, orthopedic, cancer and catastrophic injury patients; recovering stroke victims; wound management; respiratory therapy; complex care and ventilator therapy.

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MINNESOTA SENIOR FEDERATION
1885 University Ave W, Ste. 171, St. Paul
651-645-0261
www.mnseniors.org                 
Offering information on Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Benefit and Canadian Prescription Drug Importation Program.

RxConnect
1-800-333-2433
www.minnesotarxconnect.com
A service to help consumers find the prescriptions they need. Most programs that provide free or discounted drugs have income and eligibility requirements. This service helps callers find such programs for the drugs they need and provides applications for that particular program. This service is provided by the Minnesota Board on Aging through the Senior LinkAge Line®.

WEB RESOURCES
www.seniorhealth.about.com/library/drugs/blcanada.htm
Links and information about sources for lower cost medications.

www.tcds.com
First online Canadian pharmacy service

www.benefitscheckup.org
Free tool to locate prescription savings.

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Assured Access
Office of Multi-Cultural Services, 330 S. 12th Street, Suite 3700, Minneapolis
612-348-6141
www.co.hennepin.mn.us
This is a Hennepin County program available to Hennepin County residents who do not qualify for other public programs. There are eligibility requirements. Members receive a discount on bills for health care services provided by certain clinics. There is no cost to enroll and no monthly premium.

Neighborhood Health Care Network
(formerly known as Community Clinic Consortium)
651-489-2273 or 1-866-489-4899
The Neighborhood Health Care Network is an alliance of community clinics in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. Network members provide a wide range of services including primary/preventive services and dental care. Check to see whether the clinic has a sliding fee scale, will work out a fee payment schedule, and whether it accepts public assistance, MinnesotaCare® and other private insurance plans.

Portico Healthnet
(formerly Metro East Health Program)
651-603-5100
For residents of Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties who don't qualify for other public programs. For $25 per month all covered health care services are paid. Hospital, emergency room, and dental are not covered. There may be a waiting list to join.

University of Minnesota Dental Clinics
U of M, Moos Health Sciences Tower
515 Delaware St. SE, Minneapolis
612-625-2495
www.dentistry.umn.edu
Low-cost, supervised dental work is done by students in their last two years of dental school. For orthodontic work call 612-625-6444. Supervised orthodontic work is done by residents who have finished their dentistry schooling and are now specializing in orthodontics.

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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED PERSONS (AARP)
1-888-687-2277
Minnesota State Office
30 E. Seventh Street, Suite 1200, St. Paul
1-866-554-5381
Information Center
Mall of America, Bloomington
952-858-9040
www.aarp.org/states/mn/
Sign up for driver safety classes and get information about auto, life, and health insurance, AARP membership, programs and services, and many other subjects of interest to our members and their families.

Elderberry Institute Living at Home Block Nurse Program
475 N. Cleveland Avenue, Ste 322, St. Paul
651-649-0315
www.elderberry.org
The Living at Home/Block Nurse Program provides or arranges whatever support an elder neighbor needs to continue living at home as long as possible. Numerous programs exist throughout the Twin Cities and outstate Minnesota. Call or check website to find a program near you.

Lotsa Helping Hands
www.lotsahelpinghands.com
A free online resource for friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors to assist loved ones in need.It’s an easy-to-use, private group calendar, specifically designed for organizing helpers, where everyone can pitch in with meals delivery, rides, and other tasks during times of medical crisis, end-of-life caring, or family caregiver exhaustion. Plus keeping everyone informed with status updates, photo galleries, message boards, and more.

MINNESOTA SENIOR FEDERATION
1885 University Avenue
W, Suite 171, St. Paul
651-645-0261 Healthcare Choices booklet
www.mnseniors.org
Includes information about insurance plans, wills, low-income programs, elder abuse, memory loss, long term care and other information.

MINNESOTA VISITING NURSE AGENCY
3433 Broadway St. NE
Suite 300, Mpls.
612-617-4600
www.mvna.org
MVNA collaborates with Block Nurse Programs to provide specialized geriatric services in several Hennepin and Ramsey county neighborhoods. Offering holistic home health care and a nurturing environment that considers the management of physical, psychological, social and spiritual concerns of elderly clients. Block nurses are Registered Nurses with specialized training in public health and geriatrics. Some services include: Health Assessment, Nutrition Assessment, Exercise Instruction, Client Advocacy, Medication Management.

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA
2021 E. Hennepin Ave., Suite 130 Minneapolis
Senior Nutrition Services
763-225-4023
Offering low-cost noon meals for ages 60+, weekdays in over 40 locations. Home delivered meals available for those that need them. Plus the Wellness Initiative offering nutrition counseling, strength and flexibility training and grocery shopping assistance.

ElderRide
612-332-9544
Transportation service providing rides for a range of activities and appointments for seniors in the Minneapolis area.

Homemaker and Chore Services
612-617-7846
Homemaker assistance include general household cleaning and laundry. Chore services address needs such as carpet cleaning, washing walls, light home maintenance tasks, lawn care and snow removal.

Editor’s Note: Decisions relating to health issues should be made with your health care provider. Please note that inclusion in this guide does not imply endorsement by Family Times Publications.

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