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Support groups and classes are offered at locations throughout the Park Nicollet health system. Call for locations and times.- Condition Specific Support Groups and classes including: ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), arthritis, bariatric surgery, cancer, dementia, diabetes, eating disorders, heart disease, Parkinson's Disease, sleep disorders, stroke, and brain injury- Childhood preparation classes including: Preparing for childbirth, breastfeeding, and baby care basics- Grief support groups- Nutrition information classes- Health and wellness classes- Smoking cessation

Provides opportunities for older adults to stay involved in their community and a place to meet and socialize. Services include:- Arts and crafts instruction including quilting- Recreational activities including bowling, cards, and intergenerational programs- Coffee Talks: Casual group discussion with community members- Recreational activities including bingo, bridge, and book clubs- Educational opportunities including fall prevention, oil painting, technology classes, and cooking classes- Fitness programs including aerobics- Vision loss support groupServices are part of Community Thread's THRIVE program.

Support groups and classes are offered at locations throughout the Park Nicollet health system. Call for locations and times.- Condition Specific Support Groups and classes including: ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), arthritis, bariatric surgery, cancer, dementia, diabetes, eating disorders, heart disease, Parkinson's Disease, sleep disorders, stroke, and brain injury- Childhood preparation classes including: Preparing for childbirth, breastfeeding, and baby care basics- Grief support groups- Nutrition information classes- Health and wellness classes- Smoking cessation

Offers community-based programs designed to prevent illness and enhance the health and well-being of patients, families, and area residents. Services include:- Baby Cafe Support Group: Support for helping parents achieve their breastfeeding goals- Health Education Presentations: Health professionals (physician, registered nurse, fitness specialist or nutritionist) deliver 1-hour, customized presentations on health topics including cardiovascular health, exercise/fitness, nutrition, and weight management- Stroke Support Group: Support for people who have experienced a stroke, and their caregivers

Provides specialty medicine and sexual health care to patients. Services include:HIV/AIDS Care: Primary care for individuals who are HIV positive and their families; routine care as well as medication and nutritional support counseling. Includes case management services to support patients with insurance applications, housing, transportation, and treatment support.Nephrology: Specialty care available for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of non-surgical kidney diseasesSexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Care: Testing for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, HSV, or Hepatitis B infections

Offers free and confidential testing for HIV. Individuals are invited to pick a time and place to be tested. Results are usually available in 20 minutes and staff will provide pre- and post-counseling in English and some African languages.Confidential support group for Africans living with HIV and AIDS. Persons of all faiths are welcome. The meetings are culturally and linguistically appropriate. Meetings include a fellowship and spiritual period, a shared meal, and an emotional support and health wellness section.

Support groups are available for individuals experiencing vision loss, offering a place to connect with others experiencing vision loss and share ideas. Each group meets monthly and transportation assistance is available.Peer-to-Peer Mentor Network matches individuals struggling emotionally with a mentor who has also walked that journey.

Provides social and emotional support that is professionally facilitated and designed by and for those who know first-hand what living with cancer requires. Encourages members to create a customized plan based on their personal needs and wants. Program offerings include:- Support: Personalized screening and care planning, group support for people living with cancer and for family and friends; special programming for children and teens.- Education: Lectures and interactive sessions on issues specific to cancers, skills and tools classes, workshops and internet radio program (Frankly Speaking About Cancer, every Tuesday, 2 pm Central on VoiceAmerica Network at www.voiceamerica.com) and online resources and The Living Room online support community.- Health Lifestyle: Mind-body programs, exercise and yoga, expressive arts, and nutrition programs.- Social Opportunities: Potlucks, laugh fests, movie nights, and special events for families and young children.- Information and Referral: Resource library for support and management skills and links to other community services.- Clubhouse: Caring and supportive, home-like healing environment- A Place for Kids and Teens: Noogieland for kids and Mixed Media/Teen Area for young adults. Kids and teens living with cancer and their family members receive support and special programming.- A Place for Adults: Helps bring families and friends together who can lend and give support to the individual living with cancer. An action plan is developed for family and friends.

The Hastings Senior Center, based at the Tilden Community Center, is operated through a partnership between the City of Hastings and Hastings Community Education.Seniors:- 55+ Driver Improvement Program- Art classes- Bingo- Book Discussion- Dance classes - Foot care and foot reflexology- Games such as chess club- Hand massage and foot care- Live 2 B Healthy exercise program- Quilting, woven arts, and yarn classes- Pickle ball and corn hole- Scrapbooking- Support groups for grief, Dementia, and Parkinson's Disease- Tech Fridays Adults:- Adult enrichment classes- Adult health and recreation classes- Art, design, photography, and cooking classes- Business classes- Construction, trades, and woodworking instruction- Computer, information technology, and computer programming- Indoor home safety education- Lifeguard instruction- Musical instrument instruction- Self-defense classes- Smoking cessation- Trips and toursAges K-12:- Baseball, basketball, and soccer day camps- New drivers education classes- SPARK summer classes for grades 5th- 8th- Youth development and enrichment classes

Provides various health and wellness programs to the community, such as:- Diabetes Awareness Campaign: In partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health, CLUES provides education and information on prediabetes, type 1-2 diabetes prevention, and diabetes management to empower people to improve their health. - Es My Time Tobacco Cessation Support and Resources: Offers one-on-one resource navigation for tobacco users, tobacco cessation education groups, and supports Latino-serving agencies and networks- Mayores Majores Dementia Program: Helps the Latino community and their families learn more about Dementia through support groups, group activities, social connections, and education workshops- Sexual Health Education: Provides comprehensive sex and sexuality education workshops for parents and teenagers focused on values, consent, and communication. Offers parent workshops conducted in Spanish on how to talk about sex education, sexuality, and sexual health. Also, provides youth workshops in English and Spanish about sex education and sexuality tailored to the learning needs of the students.Services provided by Promotores de Salud (Community Health Workers).

The Lupus Foundation of America provides education and support services to people affected by lupus. The foundation collaborates with experts to provide clear, easy-to-use information, programs, and resources to help people navigate their journey with lupus. Programs offered:- Health Education Specialists: Specialists are available to answer questions and provide caring support to people with lupus. Health Education Specialists are specially trained to provide people affected by lupus with non-medical counseling, disease education, information, and helpful resources. Spanish-speaking health education specialists are also available.- The Expert Series: An educational podcast that features empowering conversations with leading lupus experts that focus on helping people live with lupus- Local Support and Programs: There are opportunities to engage locally and participate in education events and support groups dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by lupus. Experts can help individuals find resources, support groups, and get involved in the fight to end lupus.- LupusConnect: An online community where people can engage with others to share experiences, find emotional support, and discuss practical ways to live and cope with the disease- Lupus & You: A free educational series where people with lupus, their family, and friends can learn more about the latest in lupus research and managing the disease. Provides advocacy and panelist events in-person or virtual formats.- National Resource Center: A collection of up-to-date resources and information on lupus. The Resource Center educates, empowers, and connects individuals to resources, educational articles, and support services about lupus.- Strategies to Embrace Living with Lupus Fearlessly (SELF): A free online self-management app program designed to help people with lupus live their best life. SELF is tailored to support people with lupus to manage symptoms, stress, medications, and working with their health care team.- Take Charge: A weekly education email series designed to give people with lupus, and those recently diagnosed, tips, and resources that can help them better manage their lupus and it's everyday challengesFind a local Lupus Foundation chapter at www.lupus.org/chapters.

Provides specialty medicine and sexual health care to patients. Services include:HIV/AIDS Care: Primary care for individuals who are HIV positive and their families; routine care as well as medication and nutritional support counseling. Includes case management services to support patients with insurance applications, housing, transportation, and treatment support.Nephrology: Specialty care available for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of non-surgical kidney diseasesSexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Care: Testing for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, HSV, or Hepatitis B infections

Offers events, classes, and support groups related to:- Cancer- Grief- Pre-diabetes

Various support groups. Call for current list and times. Groups include:- Brain tumor support group- Caregivers support group- Lung cancer group- New Parent Connection- Parkinson's Disease support group- Pregnancy and infant loss support - Reach to Recovery for women recovering from breast surgery- Stroke support group- Way to Wellness for depression and anxiety

Offers the following counseling services:??- Academic learning skills counseling- Career counseling- Group programs for stress reduction, self-esteem, and academic achievement- Individual counseling- Support groups for chronic conditions/pain, grief support for those who have lost parents or siblings, relationship skills, and thesis/dissertation focusing

Offers health classes and support groups.

Support groups and classes are offered at locations throughout the Park Nicollet health system. Call for locations and times.- Condition Specific Support Groups and classes including: ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), arthritis, bariatric surgery, cancer, dementia, diabetes, eating disorders, heart disease, Parkinson's Disease, sleep disorders, stroke, and brain injury- Childhood preparation classes including: Preparing for childbirth, breastfeeding, and baby care basics- Grief support groups- Nutrition information classes- Health and wellness classes- Smoking cessation

Provides a senior center offering activities for seniors. Services include:- 5 pool tables that are available free of charge during business hours?- 500, bridge, bingo- Chair massage- Coffee and treats are available for a small fee- Crafts and card recycling- Exercise programs such as Zumba Gold, aerobics, yoga, and Bone Builders- Free blood pressure checks- Hearing screenings- Lounge with computers, puzzles, movies, and a library- Magazines and internet access computers - Parkinson's Disease support group meetings- Red Hat Society- Seasonal holiday parties- Summer picnic

Provides comprehensive diagnostic and therapy services for a wide range of communication disorders across all age groups. Services are provided both on and off campus. - Summer Speech-Language Clinic for 4 - 5 year old children- Minnesota State University Mankato Aphasia Group- Minnesota Stroke Association Adult Aphasia Group, Twin Cities- National Stuttering Association Group- Mankato Area Spasmodic Dysphonia Group: 90-minute meetings are held every two months at Minnesota State University, Mankato; functions of the group are support, education, and social opportunities.

Support groups and classes are offered at locations throughout the Park Nicollet health system. Call for locations and times.- Condition Specific Support Groups and classes including: ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), arthritis, bariatric surgery, cancer, dementia, diabetes, eating disorders, heart disease, Parkinson's Disease, sleep disorders, stroke, and brain injury- Childhood preparation classes including: Preparing for childbirth, breastfeeding, and baby care basics- Grief support groups- Nutrition information classes- Health and wellness classes- Smoking cessation

Advocacy Services: ?- The center advocates in areas of civil and human rights, employment/disability benefits, housing, transportation, and on the state, local, and federal levelsEquipment Loaner Closet: - Loans a range of home medical equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, power chairs, canes, transfer benches, raised toilet seats, and more. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis and will hold equipment for 24 hours.- Swap Shop: A self-directed equipment listing available for persons shopping/looking for used equipment.Information and Referral:- Up-to-date disability information and referrals to various agencies and individuals within the region- Other Services: Includes disability benefits application assistance, housing assistance, emergency disaster preparedness plan, and moreNursing Facility Transition:- Assist individuals living with a disability to identify in transition from nursing facilities and other institutions into community settings to prevent institutionalizationPeer Support:- Assists individuals living with a disability to identify goals and work to create a unique plan to achieve those goals- Match interested consumers with a peer mentor who provides support, problem-solving, social skills, and morePersonal Assistance:- Offer skills instruction curriculum for individuals living with a disability, the fundamentals of managing their personal attendant care, including how to hire, manage, and moreRecreational Groups:- Holds various events for individuals with a disability or a health condition to meet and socialize with others through dances, parties, picnics, and outingsStaying and Aging in Place/Accessibility Assistance:- Offers accessible modification assistance and accessibility assessments for homes and businesses for safe access and increased independence in people's homes and businessesSupport Groups:- Various support groups are available to individuals who want to learn more about their particular disability, want peer support, or first-hand information on how to manage their disability. Some support groups are directly coordinated by Options, and others are independent.Youth Transition Services:- Assist youth ages 14 - 22 years who are transitioning from high school into the next phase of their life with learning the skills necessary and acquiring the resources needed to be successful