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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Monthly Resource Updates

October Resource Update: Get Ready to Vote


Absentee voting has begun

As of Sept. 18, absentee voting will be available by mail or in person at the Plato Building (90 Plato Blvd. W., Saint Paul, MN, 55107). Additional in-person voting locations will be available with the start of early voting on Oct. 16. 


Vote by mail 

Once you receive your ballot:

  1. Complete your ballot according to the instructions. 

  2. Have a witness or notary complete the required certification. 

  3. Return your ballot by mail or in person. 

Return your ballot: 

Do not return an absentee ballot to your polling place. Track your absentee ballot online to see whether it has been received and accepted.


More voting information

Visit Ramsey County's voting basics page for information about voter registration, polling places, election dates and deadlines, accessibility and other election questions.



Chemical and mental health resources

  • Ramsey County helps those with emotional or behavioral health issues related to drug or alcohol dependency.


East Metro Crisis Alliance: Ramsey and Washington Counties


New Online Course Available: Understanding Ageism

This course helps participants recognize how ageism shapes everyday messages, systems, and experiences, and offers practical strategies for taking action. It provides a foundation for understanding ageism and its impacts while building skills to address it in meaningful ways..Contact Hannah Albers, halbers@geron.org, if you’re interested in bringing this course to your organization or network. 




Pop-Up Veteran Food Pantry

Pop-Up Veteran Food Pantry 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., or until supplies last. Pick up shelf stable food, a couple freezer items and visit with several resources ready to help Veterans experiencing food insecurity. 


When:  Tue. Oct 20, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CT.  Repeats 3rd Tuesday of the month.

One Veterans Drive

Minneapolis, MN

Cost:  Free


September is Healthy Aging Month-What does healthy aging look like?

EXCERPTED FROM UOFM EXTENSION WITH RELATED RESOURCES


Healthy aging is the continuous process of making lifestyle adaptations to keep you healthy and comfortable throughout your life. Some ways to optimize your wellbeing as you age include:


Prioritize a balanced diet

Choose foods high in vitamins, minerals and fiber, and drink an adequate amount of water to stay hydrated. 

Sep 28, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Sep 28, 1 - 2 p.m.

Sep 29, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.



Consider Meals on Wheels for a healthy balanced diet 

Call our central enrollment at 651-318-9091 or https://meals-on-wheels.com/get-meals/


Move your body regularly

Finding movement and exercise you enjoy can help prevent chronic illnesses, enhance balance and endurance and decrease the likelihood of falls.

Sep 29, 1 - 2 p.m.

Sep 30, 1 - 2 p.m.



Prevent financial exploitation

Financial exploitation is one of six types of elder abuse impacting approximately 1 in 15 older adults and their families. Taking steps to protect your identity and assets before your risk factors increase will help prevent you from being exploited by family members.

Sep 30, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.



Nurture relationships

Cultivating social connections can bolster independence and overall wellbeing. Social isolation is a huge issue for older adults and increases the risk of depression. 

Sep 23, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.


Do you need someone to talk to? Call Coffee Talk

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 am – 12 noon

Call 612-746-0728. Free for adults 62+

Friends & Co is excited to share a new explainer video for Coffee Talk, a free phone program from Friends & Co. Video explaining the program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDvNP_fZjJUExplainer


Home Matching Service

The new LSS Home Matching Service pairs homeowners, aged 55 or older, with home seekers, aged 18 or older, through a trusted, in-depth matching and onboarding process.

These pairs share a home, build friendship and create mutually supportive living arrangements. 


Plan for inheritance and property transfer issues

All families have belongings that hold sentimental and emotional importance but little monetary value. These possessions are often not included in a person’s will, which leaves the surviving family responsible for making difficult decisions about “who gets what” after their relative has passed. Making an inheritance and property transfer plan gives you peace of mind and reduces uncertainty for your loved ones. 


Create a healthcare directive

Advance care planning helps you and your loved ones prepare for future decisions about your medical care in the event you become seriously ill or unable to communicate your wishes.

It Always Seems Too Soon Until It's Too Late: Advance Care Planning 101

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Ramsey County Library - Roseville


NATIONAL WELLNESS MONTH

Celebrate National Wellness Month during the entire month of August. It's time to prioritize your self-care, reduce stress, and create healthier habits to feel like your best self! National Wellness Month is celebrated every August to focus on self-care, healthy routines, and overall well-being. 


Ways to Celebrate

  • Hydration: Drink more water every day.

  • Nutrition: Adding more fruit and veggies to your meals (Meals on Wheels helps provide a well-balanced meal that meets ⅓ of your daily nutritional needs).

  • Movement: Walk, stretch, or join a fitness class.

  • Mindfulness: Meditate and reduce screen time. 


CYBER SENIORS 

Check out Cyber Seniors website for some great wellness-related programs including virtual exercise, guided meditation, and a variety of FREE tech help classes including one-on-one support for smart phones, computers, and cybersecurity:   https://cyberseniors.org/


KEYSTONE COMMUNITY SERVICES 

And the National Council on Aging in collaboration with IBM is also offering free on-line courses to help everyone bridge the digital gap!  Check out the article https://lnkd.in/gzNJUGB7 and sign up for courses here: https://lnkd.in/g2ieWZ6U.


MINNESOTA AGING PATHWAYS (formerly Senior Linkage Line) 

Call 1-800-333-2433 for help with questions related to: Remaining or Returning Home

If you need support to remain in or return to your home (after a hospital, rehab, or nursing home stay), Minnesota Aging Pathways can help. They can help with:

  • exploring your needs and preferences

  • connecting you with supportive resources to meet your goals

  • following-up to make sure services and decisions are working for you

  • Support Services

Many communities have programs and services specifically for people who need help with transportation, meals, bathing, and more. These services may be useful to you down the road — or if you’re caring for a relative or friend.  Services can be provided by your local agency on aging, in the 7-county metro area this is the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging or MAAA (formerly Trellis), or other public or nonprofit agencies, as well as for profit companies. Fees vary by service and location, but some may be free or offered on a sliding scale, depending on your income.  

Common programs and services MN Aging Pathways can help connect you to:

  • Adult day services are provided at a community setting where people come for several hours a day to receive medical, social, and recreation services. They are usually offered during the daytime, which helps people who may be caring for a loved one while working.

  • Assisted transportation helps people get to appointments and other necessary places. It can include door-to-door van service, discount taxi programs, and volunteer drivers and escorts.

  • Caregiver services can include respite (a break from caregiving), information, referrals to services, and training or support groups.

  • Care assessment and management, most often by a nurse or social worker, can help assess a person’s needs, develop a plan of care, and arrange and monitor services.

  • Friendly visitors are volunteers who stop by regularly to see how you’re doing.

  • Home care services provide help with personal care like bathing or getting dressed.

  • Home health care includes nursing and physical, speech or occupational therapy for a specific condition.

  • Homemaker/chore services help with housekeeping and preparing meals, or chores like mowing the lawn and shoveling snow.

  • Information and assistance specialists provide information and connect you to local resources and services.

  • Meals may be delivered to your home or served in a senior center or community facility.

  • Senior centers offer meals, recreation, classes, information and referral services, volunteer opportunities, employment services, public benefits counseling, and much more.


MAAA’s Juniper Classes offer health and wellness related online or in-person class series that can help you stay strong, steady, and independent. August’s National Wellness Month is a great time to check out what Juniper offers throughout the year! 


Go to https://yourjuniper.org/take-classes/ for all the details and to register. Or you can email info@yourjuniper.org or call 1-855-215-2174 Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. to be connected to a member of their team who would be happy to assist you. 


JUNIPER CLASSES INCLUDE: 

  • A Matter of Balance

  • Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program

  • Diabetes Prevention Program

  • Powerful Tools for Caregivers

  • Staying Active and Independent for Life

  • Tai Ji Quan 

  • Walk With Ease

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