Support and companionship on the journey of aging and end-of-life
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Your generosity helps seniors in Cook County maintain their independence.
Latest news
- Care Partners Announces Professional Development Series
Care Partners of Cook County and Cook County Higher Education (CCHE) are pleased to present “Caring With Compassion: Effective End-of-Life Conversations with Patients & Clients”, a free, four-part professional development series. Classes will be held quarterly on Wednesdays from 8:15-9:45am and may be attended in person at CCHE or online via Zoom. The goal of - Seconds Pottery Sale to Benefit Care Partners!
Come to the Hub on Saturday, March 21 from 10am to 2pm for the Cook County Potters Annual Seconds Sale and purchase beautiful but not-quite-perfect pottery treasures from local artists for whatever amount you choose to donate. It’s a win for the potters…a win for you…and a win for Care Partners and the friends and - Reframe Aging Roundtable changes time and location
Reframe Aging Roundtable – Care Partners’ monthly community conversation about aging and ageism – has moved to a new time and location. The discussion now takes place on the third Monday of each month from 12:15-1:45pm at The Hub (10 Broadway, Grand Marais.) “We hope that meeting during the day will make it easier for
Ongoing Groups & Classes
Care Partners and Cook County Higher Education are pleased to present a Lunch & Learn series designed to support aging well in Cook County! Presented on the fourth Wednesday of the month from noon to 1pm at Cook County Higher Education, these free Lunch & Learn classes feature speakers from area…Read more
Memory Café is a monthly gathering for people who are living with dementia and those who are caring for them. The Café offers a safe, supportive, relaxed environment to enjoy light refreshments, casual conversation and friendly connections with others who know the dementia journey first-hand. …Read more
Reframe Aging Monthly Roundtable
Third Mondays of the month from 12:15 – 1:45pm at The Hub. Drop in any time to discuss the book of the month or simply for lively, thoughtful conversation about aging. Book selections can be ordered or purchased at a 15% discount from our friends…Read more
We’re pleased to offer a new opportunity for caregivers to drop in for casual conversation and mutual encouragement! This monthly gathering is open to anyone who is caring for an older friend or family member, near or far, and offers a chance to…Read more
Individuals are welcome to drop in as often as they would like to Care Partners’ twice-a-month Grief Group, which meets on the 2nd & 4th Monday from 6:30-8pm at Johnson Heritage Post. We all experience losses and we all grieve uniquely. Having a supportive place…Read more
Our Services
Care Partners of Cook County provides vital support and services to help clients and their families address the transitions of aging and end-of-life with safety, dignity, and confidence.
Most of our services are provided by trained volunteers. Clients are asked to share in the cost to help sustain Care Partners services. Cost shares are voluntary, are based on sliding fee guidelines and help cover costs involved in providing the service.
Senior Rides
Rides to medical appointments in Duluth and wellness activities & errands in Cook County.
Caregiver Support
Coaching and support group to reduce stress, gather support & provide better care.
Chores & Delivery
Help with errands, grocery delivery, and occasional household chores to stay safely at home.
End of Life Care
Assistance with long-term planning and advance directives, as well as supportive presence at end of life.
Care Coordination
Support to navigate health issues and dementia, arrange help, and plan for care.
Companionship
Friendly visits and calls for companionship and check-in.
Education & Advocacy
Public programs and trainings on caregiving, dementia, aging well, end-of-life and advance care planning.
Aging Resources
Online and printable Cook County Aging Services Directory and other aging support information.
I am not able to leave my husband for the time it takes to drive to Grand Marais and pick up groceries. Thank you! Care Partners has given me hope!
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