It’s with mixed feelings that we announce that one of our amazing Care Coordinators, Betsy Blume, has retired from Care Partners. Betsy started here in September 2022 after retiring from nursing as an RN. It’s been wonderful getting to know
Care Partners News – March 2024 | Issue 19
We envision a community that is fully supported to navigate our shared journeys of aging and end-of-life. Age-Friendly Community Listening Sessions So Much to be Grateful For… Julie Wilson, Executive Director Gratitude… I am overflowing with it! Your support of
Area Agency Releases Arrowhead Aging Statistics
Through funding from the Administration for Community Living (ACL) and St. Louis County Public Health, the Arrowhead Area Agency on Aging (AAAA) has just released 10 infographics which provide a snapshot of demographic and access data for older adults. These
February 2024 Volunteer Meeting
Thanks to the 23 volunteers and staff who were able to join us for the first volunteer meeting of 2024!! As always, it was great to connect with each other and share the joy of walking alongside our Cook County
Welcome, Minda!
We’re excited to welcome Minda Andrus as Care Partners Programs Coordinator as of the end of November! Minda graduated from St. Cloud State University in 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and minor in gerontology. Recently, she and her
September 13 Volunteer Meeting
Thanks to everyone who attended the Volunteer Meeting on September 13th! Here’s a recap: Lots of events and classes are in the works from Care Partners, including our monthly Lunch & Learn, Powerful Tools for Caregivers, and more! We’ve added
Care Partners News August 2023 | Issue 18
Envisioning a community that is fully supported to navigate our shared journeys of aging well and end of life. We All Scream… …for ice cream! It’s that time of year again—join us on Sunday, August 27th from 2 – 4pm
May 31 Volunteer Meeting
Thanks to everyone who was able to attend our quarterly volunteer meeting on May 31 at The Hub! As always it was great to see everyone and to touch base about important happenings at Care Partners. Here’s a little meeting
Walk To End Alzheimer’s – September 23, 2023
Alzheimer’s isn’t waiting — and neither are we! This year, there are two Cook County teams participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Grand Portage Team Saturday,
Care Partners News – Spring/Summer 2023
Journeying With Care Partners by outgoing Executive Director, Kay Grindland – I love that both Care Partners’ mission and vision— a community that is fully supported to navigate through our shared journeys of aging, chronic illness, and end-of-life—use the word journey. The road…