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Senior Services

AEOA Senior Dining

AEOA senior dining is available at the following sites. Call (218) 727-4321 for more dining information.

• Chris Jensen, 2501 Rice Lake Road, (218) 625-6400.

• Evergreen Senior Center, 5830 Grand Ave., (218) 723-3663.

• Harrison Community Recreation Center (Mondays only), 3002 W. Third St., (218) 624-1510 (leave message).

• Lincoln Park Center, 2014 W. Third St., (218) 722-4107.

• Morgan Park Community Recreation Center, 1242 88th Ave. W., (218) 6264522.

• Portman Community Recreation Center, 4601 McCulloch St., (218) 5250838.

• Rainbow Center, 211 N. Third Ave. E., (218) 727-8147.

Age Well Arrowhead

Connecting older adults and caregivers with services that support healthy aging and independence. Call (218) 623-7800 unless noted otherwise.

Care Consultant: A person centered service that connects older adults to resources that support healthy aging and independence.

Care Consultants help with identifying risks in your home that compromise your health and safety; connecting you to services that increase your health and independence; problem solving; managing difficult family decisions; filling out legal documents such as health care directives; planning for the future; advocating on your behalf to ensure you receive the services you need; creating customized action plans; identifying community resources; family mediation; and offering education regarding chronic disease management and prevention. Call (218) 623-7807.

Caregiver Support: Caregiver counselors help with: identifying your needs and preferences; developing individualized plans for caregiving; problem solving; decision making by providing support and expertise; assisting with the coordination and planning for supportive services; assessing assistance and referrals; exploring personal lifestyle and the impact of caregiving on health status, relationships, and finances; developing an informal support network; and self-advocacy.

Dementia-friendly training: Age Well Arrowhead partners with employers in Duluth, Proctor and Hermantown to: conduct customized dementia-friendly training for employers and employees; provide individualized support and assistance to working caregivers; provide information about services available to support working caregivers and person with dementia; and develop and facilitate caregiver support programs for working caregivers.

No plans should be small.

Groceries-to-Go: For adults age 60 and over who live independently and are unable to shop or transport groceries. Participants register for the service, call in their grocery order and mail payment to the store. A volunteer picks up your order and delivers it to your kitchen for $10.

Senior Wheels: Provides transportation to and from medical, dental and well being appointments. Participants call to schedule a ride to and from appointments two to three business days in advance. Clients are then billed for the cost of the service. Cost for round-trip transportation is $20.

Volunteer Services: Community members volunteer to help seniors with tasks and chores around the house. Volunteers help with things such as shoveling, lawn mowing, raking, vacuuming, dusting, laundry, changing bedding, assisting with bill paying, painting, moving furniture, changing light bulbs, meal planning and preparation and periodic check-ins. Call (218) 623-7805. continued on page 10 continued from page 9

Aging and Disability Resource Center

Provides information to the general public about services, resources and programs for adults with disabilities, children with disabilities transitioning to adulthood, and the elderly in need of assistance. They’re located in Room 327 of the Government Center at 1316 N. 14th St. in Superior. Call (715) 3951234; (866) 946-2372; or TTY/Voice (715) 395-1663. Email is adrc@douglascountywi. org.

Rsvp

Engages persons 55 and better in volunteer service to meet critical community needs and to provide a high quality experience to enrich their lives.

St. Louis County: 702 Third Ave. S., Virginia. Call (218) 748-7328 or (800) 6625711, ext. 7328.

Lake and Cook Counties: 2764 Highway 61, Two Harbors. Call (218) 226-8809. Duluth Area: 2014 W. Third St., Duluth. Call (218) 409-5991.

Senior Connections

Senior connections at 1805 N. 16th St., Superior, offers the following services in Douglas County: Elderly Nutrition — congregate and home delivered; Elder Benefit Specialist; Caregiver Support; information and assistance; and elderly and disabled transportation. Call (715) 394-3611.

Senior Linkage Line

Provided by the Minnesota Board on Aging and Area Agencies on Aging, this free telephone information and assistance service helps older adults and their families find community services. Call (800) 333-2433 or (800) 627-3529 (TTD/TTY).

We pride ourselves in working with residents and families to develop customized living options. From independent living to assisted living to memory care, we provide a sense of comfort, security and independence where seniors can age in place. Call today for a tour.

218-723-5931

Assisted Living

Edgewood Vista

4195 Westberg Rd, Hermantown, MN 55811 218-723-8905 www.edgewoodseniorliving.com

Independent Living • Assisted Living • Memory

Care • Short Term Stays • Adult Day Services

Home Care

St. Luke’s Home Care

218.249.6111 slhduluth.com/HomeCare

Providing a full range of services in the comfort of your own home.

HOME HEALTH CARE

Kindred at Home

925 E Superior St Suite 104 Duluth, MN 55802 218-723-8999 https://www.kindredhealthcare.com/ locations/home-health/duluth-mn-2389

When it comes to choosing home health care for your loved one, you want only the best ... dedicated medical professionals with big hearts. Our in-home care allows patients to

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