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AMERICAN ACADEMY
OF ACUPUNCTURE AND ORIENTAL MEDICINE
1925 W. County Road B2, Roseville
651-631-0204
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
914 S. 8th St., Mpls. Suite 1106
612-347-6238
www.alternativemedicineclinic.org/
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
Highland Natural Care Center
621 S. Cleveland Ave., St. Paul
651-690-1788
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
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
1-800-232-0851 24-Hour Helpline
www.alz.org
Minnesota-Dakotas Chapter
4500 W. 77th St., Suite 200, Mpls.
952-830-0512
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 over 60 exercise programs and 50 support groups to help you take
control of your arthritis or related disease.
SISTER KINNEY REHABILITATION INSTITUTE ARTHRITIS &
FIBROMYALGIA PROGRAM
800 E. 28th Street, Minneapolis
612-863-8947
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
3316 W. 66th Street, Edina
952-925-2772
Hotline:1-800-227-2345 Cancer information and services available 24 hours
a day / 7 days a week
www.cancer.org
PARKER HUGHES CANCER CENTER
2699 Patton Road, Roseville
651-796-5400
www.ih.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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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
SISTER KINNEY REHABILITATION INSTITUTE CHRONIC PAIN
PROGRAM
800 E. 28th Street, Minneapolis
612-863-4361
www.allina.com/ahs/ski.nsf/page/cp_home
Sister Kenny Institute’s Chronic Pain Program is dedicated to helping
people manage their own chronic pain. Pain that extends beyond normal
healing time can be devastating. Pain can limit the ability to work or
participate in family or recreational activities. The cycle of “Chronic
Pain Syndrome” can be broken with the power of the patient’s
body, mind and spirit.
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AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
715 Florida Avenue S. Suite 307, Mpls.
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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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
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
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.littlebrothers.org/twincities/
In the Elders Counseling Elders Program volunteers visit with elders in
their homes for one hour to provide emotional support and problem-
solving assistance.
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA
763- 225-4054 - Atashi Acharya
aacharya@voamn.org
Mental Health Care, aftercare planning and psychiatric support for seniors.
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NATIONAL OSTEOPOROSIS
FOUNDATION
612-204-9623
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’S DISEASE ASSOCIATION INC. (APDA)
800 E. 28th Street (Piper Building), Room 304, Minneapolis
612-863-5850
1-888-302-7762
Provides free literature on Parkinson’s Disease, 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
1-800-327-4545
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
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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CENTER FOR GRIEF
1133 Grand Avenue, Saint Paul
651-641-0177
615 W. 35th St., Minneapolis
612-823-2063
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
1600 University Avenue W.
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
Since 1993 Hospice of the Twin Cities has been offering comprehensive
care focused on easing the physical, emotional and spiritual pain that
often accompanies terminal illness. Offering outstanding care, the hospice
team members are dedicated professionals who specialize in meeting the
individualized needs of terminally ill patients and their families.
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
8 locations in the Twin Cities
1-800-515-2582
www.ballyfitness.com
Call or visit website to find nearest club.
CURVES FOR WOMEN
www.curvesinternational.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 100 locations in the Twin Cities area. Visit web site to find a Curves
near you.
LIFETIME FITNESS
1-888-430-5433
www.lifetimefitness.com
14 area locations. Check web site for location near you.
NORTHWEST ATHLETIC CLUB
www.northwestac.com
Arena 612-673-1200
Burnsville 952-435-7127
Crosstown 952-934-4137
Highway 100 763-535-3571
Maple Grove 763-494-5522
Moore Lake 763-571-3080
98th Street 952-884-1612
Normandale 952-944-2434
Minnetonka 952-546-2231
St. Louis Park 952-546-5474
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
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MINNESOTA OBESITY RESEARCH 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-mn.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., Minneapolis
612-436-4700
St. Louis Park Studio
4215 Excelsior Blvd, St. Louis Park
952-345-1953
YWCA OF SAINT PAUL
www.ywcaofstpaul.org
375 Selby Avenue, Saint Paul
651-225-9922
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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
http://bcuoe.benefitscheckup.org/
Free online tool for locating financial, health, prescription, and other
savings programs.
BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD OF MINNESOTA
651-662-8000
TTY/TDD 1-888-878-0137
651-662-5744 Medicare Reform Hotline
www.bluecrossmn.com
Click Healthcare Facts® for a comparative look at area hospitals.
www.blueprint.bluecrossmn.com
Click on “Personal Health - After 60” for information on Active
Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, Caregiving (Eldercare), Diseases and
Conditions, Emotional Health, Fitness and Nutrition, Healthy Aging, Safety,
Sex and Relationships, Work and Aging, other related topics and various
resources. You can also sign up for a free newsletter.
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
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.
MINNESOTA SENIOR FEDERATION
1885 University Avenue W, Suite 190, 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
3800 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!
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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.
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
651-697-3333 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
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
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.
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
651-254-2728 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
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
Canadian Prescription Drug Importation Program
1885 University Avenue W, Suite 190
Saint Paul, MN 55104
651-645-0261
www.mnseniors.org
WEB
RESOURCES
www.myrxminnesota.com
The Minnesota Pharmacists Association and the Minnesota Retailers Association
have developed this web site to assist consumers in sorting through the
information about pricing and assist in their efforts to access the prescription
drugs safely and economically.
www.seniorhealth.about.com/library/drugs/blcanada.htm
Links and information about sources for lower cost medications.
www.thecanadiandrugstore.com
First online Canadian pharmacy service
http://bcuoe.benefitscheckup.org/
Free tool to locate prescription savings.
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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION
OF RETIRED PERSONS (AARP)
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.
HOMEWATCH CAREGIVERS
4825 Highway 55, Golden Valley
763-546-8899
Homewatch provides private-pay home care and assistance throughout the
Twin Cities metropolitan area. We assist with personal care, do light
housekeeping, prepare meals, drive clients to appointments, set-up and
assist with medications, and ensure general well-being. We provide help
from as little as 3 hours a day to 24 hours a day, including live-in.
All care and assistance is supervised by R.N.’s, who also provide
free initial in-home assessments and follow-up visits. We can be reached
7 days a week and can almost always start service within 24 hours.
MINNESOTA SENIOR FEDERATION
1885 University Avenue
W, Suite 190, 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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