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12 step support group which helps people overcome problems with food. Support groups are run by participants. Services include: - Online locator tool to find a meeting throughout Minnesota - Face-to-face, online, telephone and non-real-time meeting options - Open meetings, closed meetings, special focus and special topic - Resources include a document library, guidelines, FAQs, podcasts and videos, and online bookstore

- Information about the grieving process through brochures, handouts, and a lending library of books, audiotapes and videos - Monthly meetings offering small group discussion and a safe place to share grief and experience memories with others who understand - Support and friendship - Yearly memorial event worldwide candle lighting ceremony in December

Offers a website listing about mental health disorders, relationship and family advice, a practicing professional directory, articles and magazines, and locator tools to find help. Listed are private-practicing therapists, psychiatrists, support groups, and treatment centers. - Click here to find a therapist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists ? - Click here to find a psychiatrist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists - Click here to find a support group: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/groups - Click here to find a treatment center: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/treatment-rehab

Information available to the public on programs of AARP including: - AARP Driver Safety Program: Driving program geared to assist seniors in maintaining and improving their driving skills. Initial class is 8 hours, follow-up classes are 4 hours every 3 years for a mandatory 10% discount on auto insurance in Minnesota - Information on insurance for automobiles, homes, mobile homes, motor club, health and life, prescriptions, investments, etc. - Information on legal services for seniors - Publications of AARP available - Information on tax assistance sites available to seniors February - April

Specialized care programs for people with diabetes and their families, including: - Clinical research initiatives - Diabetes management clinics - Educational classes and materials

- Case managers and attorneys specialize in mediation, negotiation, and education. Advocate on behalf of patients experiencing the following issues: Access to care, job retention, and debt crisis - Offers assistance to patients with specific issues they are facing with their insurer, employer or creditor regarding insurance, job retention, or debt crisis matters relative to their diagnosis of life-threatening or debilitating diseases. - Provides an education resource library to browse on a variety of topics such as health insurance concerns, diseases, and tips

- Diabetes related individual and group education - Speakers for community and organizations in Native population - Foot care and education - Nutrition counseling for diabetes - Certified diabetes educators - Blood sugar monitors for eligible clients

Provides education, training, and practical resources to support individuals and organizations in offering respectful, nonjudgmental guidance around pregnancy, reproductive health, parenting, and adoption. Offerings include: - Online Resource Information: Comprehensive guidance and information on pregnancy, reproductive health, alternative options, parenting, and adoption, accessible through the website. - Resource Materials: Printed and downloadable tools such as The Pregnancy Options Workbook and the All-Options Toolkit, offering practical tips, strategies, and guidance for organizations and individuals. - Workshops and Training: Pregnancy Options: Workshops and other trainings for healthcare and social service providers, advocates, educators, counselors, doulas, and anyone interested in supporting pregnant people with respect and without bias. Trainings are currently offered online.

Provides certification programs, learning opportunities, and education information in real estate. Educational opportunities include: - Advocacy on affordable housing to bring about positive change in the multi-housing industry. Aims to help owners and managers engage government officials in constructive, ongoing dialogues, and participate in policy decisions affecting the ability to provide qualify housing to communities. - Assisted housing manager - Certifications in becoming a Certified Resident Manager (CRM) and Certified Resident Maintenance Technician (CRMT) - Continuing education courses for Minnesota Real Estate licensing - Fall convention and products show - Landlord and tenant law - Maintenance training - Monthly investor's club meetings for independent owners - Preparation seminars for special and second-class boiler licensing - Speaking at conventions or workshops - Successful evictions - Understanding and controlling property taxes

Information about brain injury and related services, including: - Annual professional conference - Bi-Annual Brain Injury Support Conference (BISC) - Community awareness and injury prevention activities - Educational materials - Professional Development - Telephone information and referral - Workshops and trainings

Provides pregnancy resources, including: - Center has videos, literature, cassette tapes, and speakers available upon request - Emergency baby food, formula, and diapers - Free pregnancy tests - Learn to Earn program: Participants attend classes, read books, and watch videos to earn points, which are then used to "purchase" items such as baby furniture and baby clothing. - Maternity and infant/child clothing, baby care books, and toys - Pro-life counseling services - Staffed by trained volunteers

- Issue and Education Forums: Local Leagues around the state conduct Issue and Education forums to help their communities understand what's at stake - Studies and Publications: Conducts periodic studies about important issues with regard to voting, the election process, and the legislature - Youth Civic Engagement: Young people get an opportunity to engage with their government and learn about democracy alongside their peers

Information and resources for veterans, individuals, family members, and professionals concerning post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). No direct clinical care or advice provided. - Fact sheets - Online courses - Reviews of best treatments for PTSD - Videos

Resource Center for information, reports, and maps about Metro Council and regional issues. Choose from 200 reports, publications, maps and fact sheets. Many are available on the website. Publications include: - Thrive MSP 2040 Plan - 2030 Regional Development Framework - Facts and Figures about the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area - Regional Census Data and Economic Profiles - Role of the Metro Council - Water Quality and Transportation Data and Plans Consumer publications include: - Annual report - Council member and committee information - Regional parks and other maps - Transit information (no schedules)

Offers the following services: - ABTA CommYOUnity, a nationwide volunteer network - ABTA CommYOUnity Connect, a peer-to-peer mentorship program - Care Consultants are available through CareLine to answer questions - Comprehensive online resources on the website - "Connections" online support group and message board forum - Educational programming, including patient/family conferences, meetings, and "Anytime Learning" webinars - Funding for brain tumor research at institutions throughout the United States and Canada - "MyCaringLink" personalized online caregiver support tool - Monthly e-news and bi-annual headlines newsletter - Nationwide listings of brain tumor support groups on website (click on "Care and Treatment", "Support and Resources", then "Support Groups") - Publications on tumor types and treatments, available in print or for download (Spanish available) - Social networking via Facebook and Twitter - "TrialConnect" clinical trial matching service

- Education and speakers provide information about life-related issues, including genocide, abortion, infanticide, euthanasia, assisted suicide, living wills, school-based clinics, abstinence, and chastity information - Literature, resource materials, films, books, student packets, and newspaper supplements address abortion and chastity. A supplement addresses the issue of euthanasia.

Handles consumer complaints, mediation of disputes with businesses and/or referral to other appropriate governmental agencies. The complaint process can include a wide variety of consumer areas including utilities, student loans, automobiles, and scams of all types. Provides information on consumer laws and consumer issues through telephone contacts and consumer information brochures. Includes information on the Fair Credit Reporting Act and similar Minnesota statute involving credit checks and background checks. Provides information on Minnesota charities and the laws that govern them. Brochures available free of charge include, but not limited to: - Abusive/Predatory Lending - Cars for Charity: A Guide to Vehicle Donations - Conciliation Court - Debt Collection Fact Sheet - Disaster Information - Foreign Advance Fee Fraud - Guarding Your Privacy: Tips to Prevent Identity Theft - Home Buyer's Handbook - Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities - Managing Your Health Care - Mental Health Care - Seniors' Legal Rights - Student Loan Guide - The Car Handbook - The Credit Handbook - Tips For Charitable Giving ?Website https://www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Publications.asp contains additional information and full text of most brochures as well.

- Anonymous assistance for those wanting help with an alcohol problem - Books and pamphlets can be made available in over 30 languages - Directories of A.A. meetings and locations are available for $1.50 - Literature produced by A.A. is available for purchase - Provides information about the Alcoholics Anonymous 12 Step Program - Speakers for meetings can be arranged - Temporary sponsors can be provided for newcomers or people getting out of a treatment center - Video and Audio recordings produced by A.A. are available for purchase

Provides information on Al-Anon and Alateen meetings throughout the United States and Canada and general information about the Al-Anon/Alateen recovery program to newcomers, professionals, and the media Electronic Al-Anon meetings are available on the Internet and via telephone and can be in email, chat, bulletin board, or telephone format

Provides a 4-point program serving those with addictive behaviors, which includes substance use, activity, and process addictions. Programs include: - Annual conferences for volunteers, professionals, and participants committed to self-empowerment recovery - SMART Recovery Group Meetings: Free and guided by trained facilitators, meetings are usually 90 minutes long, and meeting formats include discussing or working on the SMART recovery tool. Meetings are held virtually or in person. An online search tool is available to find a local meeting. - SMART Recovery handbooks, toolkits, blogs, podcasts, and videos for people seeking support for themselves or those seeking support for a family member or friend - Trained volunteers facilitate and lead mutual support group discussions on topics. Topics include building and maintaining motivation, coping with urges/cravings, managing thoughts, feelings/behaviors, and living a balanced life.

Works with the national office to provide the following services: - Accredits and finances 113 Cystic Fibrosis (CF) care centers nationwide, which provide high-quality, specialized care for those with CF; these centers provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment as well as professional medical education and training - Advocates for increased funding from government sources and encourages the development and federal approval of drugs to treat CF - Created the innovative Therapeutics Development Program, which provides matching funds to biotechnology companies to stimulate the development of new therapeutics for people with CF - Funding network of 10 CF research centers at leading universities and medical schools throughout the United States - Maintains a website at www.cff.org which provides information on a variety of subjects relating to CF, including updates on CF research, public policy issues, ways to get involved, and general information - Provides a variety of grants to scientists to conduct CF research - Publishes brochures and fact sheets on CF information - Raises funds for research and treatment by holding a variety of local events throughout the year ?- Supports extensive clinical trials to test new drug therapies

- Children First is a collaboration of Itasca County organizations and community members committed to creating community-based initiatives that will actively educate, nurture and care for all children in Itasca County.

Empowers people to engage in civic life and public policy, to make Minnesota a better place to live and work. Provides civic engagement and public policy solutions in the areas of aging, caregiving, education, governance, workforce, and public safety. Services provided: - Capital Pathways Program: Aims to build a representative democracy through paid policy internships and professional development for college students who identify as Black, Indigenous, or people of color. Provides a paid internship to college students within government, nonprofit, corporate, law, and lobbying organizations that work at or around the State Capitol during the legislation session. - Policy projects that bring individuals with varying viewpoints and perspectives to develop policy solutions to common problems, elevating lived experiences and local expertise - Public events on public policy issues in accessible spaces that highlight community leaders inspiring civic engagement. Current events include the Mind Opener series, partner series such as Interconnected: Rural-Urban Conversations, and the annual Civic Celebration.

Provides operation support and other resources to assist in achieving our common goal: keeping kids safe. - Free, statewide coalition of individuals and organizations committed to preventing unintentional injuries to children - Educational resources available. Topics include bicycle safety, child passenger safety, crosswalk/pedestrian safety, falls, fire, poison, drowning and others. ?- Some chapters hold bike helmet give-away and fittings, life jacket loaner programs, car seat inspection, concussion prevention in youth sports, and others. Visit website for chapter information.

Program offers practical support, resources, and connection for widows navigating life after loss, including: - Memorial Gifts: Provides memorial gift boxes to newly widowed individuals. Each box includes a $50 gift card, a floating lantern with a Sharpie marker for writing a message, a handwritten card, lotion, a notebook, protein bars, and warm socks. A QR code is included for private access to online resources. - Resource Network: Offers a vetted directory of trusted service providers, including financial advisors and home service professionals. Many offer free or discounted support. Widows can register using their zip code to filter and access relevant local resources. Website content is tailored based on registration responses, offering targeted resources such as parenting support or solo living advice. ?- The Widow's Compass: Provides an interactive checklist to help manage post-loss tasks. The tool includes links, reminders, and tips designed to prevent costly errors and support informed decision-making. - TWC Connect: Offers opportunities for personal connection through one-on-one matches, small groups, and quarterly gatherings. Events may feature guest speakers and are designed to encourage community and peer support. - TWC Work Days: Provides seasonal volunteer assistance with yardwork three times per year. Spring and fall focus on cleanup; summer is dedicated to weeding. Volunteers may include students, widows, or community members offering practical help and support.