ElderCircle was established in 1990 and has grown from a small collaboration of area hospitals to a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that serves thousands of older adults each year with the mission of empowering older adults so they can remain in their homes and communities.

ElderCircle puts great importance on providing a quality living for all older adults.  With programming that supports all aspects of their health, lifestyle, and keeping older adults active.

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Education

Free education sessions offered throughout Itasca County

Respite Education & Support Tools (REST) is a unique, interactive training program, where you will receive the education and tools needed to be confident and successful in providing respite care to adults and children.

Dementia Friends is a brief 60-minute informational session where you will learn the five key messages to know about dementia, an insight to what it is like to live with dementia, and small ways you can take action to make a difference.

Dementia Champions is a train-the-trainer session that will equip you with the knowledge and activities so you can facilitate Dementia Friends sessions in your community.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a workshop that provides a wealth of tools to cope with the challenges you may face in the role of a caregiver.  Facilitated by two trained leaders who will help you develop a plan and set goals.  Find the support you need to confidently continue the important work of caring for your loved one.

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Memory Matters – Navigating MCI and Dementia is a 10-week workshop in affiliation with the Alzheimer’s Association designed for individuals with early-stage mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia and their care partners that help families move forward with their lives after a diagnosis. Memory Matters is designed to meet the needs of both the person diagnosed and a family member or friend.

Collaborative Projects

Coming together is the beginning, keeping together is progress, and working together is a success.
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Active Living Center: A collaborative space between the City of Grand Rapids, ElderCircle and Itasca County YMCA.

Committee on Aging: Coordinate a monthly meeting comprised of members from senior centers throughout Itasca County.

These meetings rotate at different senior centers and speakers focus on aging issues and concerns. The members who attend bring the information back to each center to share.

Aging Network: Facilitate bi-monthly meetings with professionals who serve people 55+.