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Week of May 9th

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May 9, 2021
May 10, 2021(2 events)

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


May 10, 2021

St. Joseph Food Shelf, open 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch Street E, St. Joseph.

St. Joseph Food Shelf
18 Birch Street E
St. Joseph, MN 56374

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6:00 pm: Sartell City Council


May 10, 2021

Council meetings are held at Sartell City Hall on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. and are open to the public. Council meetings can also be viewed live on Charter channel 181 and again at 9:00 a.m. the Wednesday following the meeting.

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May 11, 2021(2 events)

11:30 am: Sartell Chamber of Commerce


May 11, 2021

Email [email protected] for virtual Zoom invitation.

Sartell Community Center
850 19th Street South
Sartell, MN 56377

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6:00 pm: Overeaters Anonymous


May 11, 2021

Are you a compulsive eater? Overeaters Anonymous can help. Meetings held on Tuesday, 6 PM at Alano Club in Cold Spring or Saturday, 9 AM at Whitney Senior Center in St. Cloud (use East entrance). For more information call Joyce @ 320-761-2275 or Donna @ 320-291-7251 or visit oa.org.

Alano Club
23805 Co Rd 2
Cold Spring, MN 56320

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May 12, 2021(4 events)

9:30 am: Frozen Meal Distribution


May 12, 2021

(Non-income based - can receive meals on site)

Sartell Community Center | 850 19th Street South, Sartell

Wednesday, May 12th

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Call 320-229-4584 with questions.

Sartell Community Center
850 19th Street South
Sartell, MN 56377

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11:30 am: St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce


May 12, 2021

St. Joseph Area Chamber of Commerce, 11:30 a.m., St. Joseph Government Center, 75 Callaway St. E. stjosephchamber.com

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12:00 pm: FREE Online Alzheimer's Education Classes: 10 Warning Signs


May 12, 2021

FREE Online Alzheimer's Education Classes, 12-1 p.m. New content every other Wednesday, May 12-July 21. Registration is available online at: https://mailchi.mp/edgewoodhealthcare/alzheimerseventseries or by phone at 701-330-2626.

 

May 12           Ten Warning Signs 
Alzheimer's and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior changes that interfere with daily living. Learn about common warning signs of Alzheimer's and what symptoms to look for in yourself and others. Hear from health care providers about the importance and benefits of early detection. 

 

May 26           Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia 
Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging. Learn about the impact of Alzheimer's; the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia; stages and risk factors; current research and treatments available for some symptoms; and Alzheimer's Association resources.

 

June 9             Healthy Living for Brain and Body           
Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to incorporate into a plan for healthy aging.

 

June 23           Dementia Conversations 
This program provides tips for breaking the ice with family and loved ones to address some of the most common issues that are difficult to discuss: going to the doctor for a diagnosis or medical treatment, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans for future care.

 

July 7             Effective Communication Strategies 
As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. This presentation will explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, help decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help communicate at each stage of the disease. This session will also feature a panel of caregivers.

 

July 21           Understanding and Responding to Dementia Related Behaviors
Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. Learn how to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers and utilize strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavioral challenges of Alzheimer’s disease.
 
About Edgewood Healthcare:
Edgewood houses over 3,000 well-trained staff members in over 60 communities in 7 states, designed for their 4,500+ residents to receive various living and healthcare options. Edgewood Healthcare provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and healthcare services such as in-home physicians, therapy, home health and hospice in North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Wyoming and Idaho. As a leading operator of senior living communities in the upper Midwest since 1992, Edgewood offers an array of living options partnered with unique, in-house ancillary services, such as restorative therapy, personalized care, and wellness programs. 

 

About the Alzheimer’s Association:
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Its mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. The Association’s vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. Free care and support programs are available including care consultations, support groups, a 24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900 and resources at alz.org

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6:30 pm: St. Joseph Y2K Lions Club


May 12, 2021

St Joseph Y2K Lions Club, 6:30 p.m., St. Joseph American Legion, 101 W Minnesota St.

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May 13, 2021(4 events)

9:00 am: Coffee & Conversation


May 13, 2021

New topics every week! View website for upcoming topics, meeting changes, and cancellations.

Sartell Community Center
850 19th Street South
Sartell, MN 56377

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10:00 am: Sartell-Sauk Rapids Moms Club Monthly Social


May 13, 2021

Contact Tanya at [email protected] for questions or to join the group.

Watab Creek Park
7 Riverside Avenue N
Sartell, MN 56377

1:00 pm: Red Cross Blood Drive


May 13, 2021

Call 320-249-3375 or visit redcrossblood.org for appointment. Avon Community Church.

Avon Community Church
204 Avon Ave N
Avon, MN 56310

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1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


May 13, 2021

St. Joseph Food Shelf, open 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch Street E, St. Joseph.

St. Joseph Food Shelf
18 Birch Street E
St. Joseph, MN 56374

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May 14, 2021
May 15, 2021(3 events)

9:00 am: NAMI St. Cloud Area Mental Health Walk


May 15, 2021

Donate & register at www.namistcloud.com. Call 320-654-1259 for more info.

Lake George
1101 7th Street S
St. Cloud, MN 56301

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9:00 am: Overeaters Anonymous


May 15, 2021

Are you a compulsive eater? Overeaters Anonymous can help. Meetings held on Tuesday, 6 PM at Alano Club in Cold Spring or Saturday, 9 AM at Whitney Senior Center in St. Cloud (use East entrance). For more information call Joyce @ 320-761-2275 or Donna @ 320-291-7251 or visit oa.org.

Whitney Senior Center
1527 Northway Dr
St Cloud, MN 56303

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11:30 am: Community Fellowship Meal


May 15, 2021

Community Fellowship Meal, 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1107 Pinecone Road S., Sartell. Meals are free, and guests can join us inside for the community meal or have takeout.

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