Our Community Partners Rule!
We stand on the shoulders of the great organizations that came before us. Our list of partners isn't a laundry list of stuff that's out there. These are the organizations we have experience with. Organizations that have proven to us they're serving caregivers well. Heck, when we send you to one of these partners it doesn't even feel like we're sending you somewhere else.
The ALS AssociationEvery 90 minutes, someone is diagnosed with ALS, and someone passes away from it. This fatal disease can strike anyone at any time. It takes away the freedom to walk, talk, run, and dance. The ALS Association fights to give that independence back and empower people to live life to the fullest. The ALS Association leads the way in global research and helps 20,000 Americans living with ALS.
Camp Kesem5 million children are coping with a parent's cancer diagnosis. That’s 5 million children at risk of experiencing increased anxiety, emotional isolation, loss of social interest, or feelings of hopelessness. And that’s why, at Kesem, they are committed to creating a world where every child who has a parent with a cancer diagnosis or has lost a parent to cancer is never alone. They support these children through and beyond their parent’s cancer with free, fun-filled creative programs and a lasting community.
Gilda's ClubNo one should face cancer alone. These simple words sum up Gilda’s Club Twin Cities’ philosophy. They provide the emotional and social support that is proven to improve overall health outcomes. Their clubhouse is a healing environment where individuals learn from one another while receiving guidance from licensed mental health professionals.
Masonic Cancer CenterThe Masonic Cancer Center creates a collaborative research environment focused on the causes, prevention, detection, and treatment of cancer; applying that knowledge to improve quality of life for patients and survivors; and sharing its discoveries with other scientists, students, professionals, and the community. Founded in 1991, the cancer center became a National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in 1998, one of only 57 institutions in the United States and two in Minnesota to hold that designation.
AARP MinnesotaAARP Minnesota helps you take on today, and every day. Get connected with resources and information that empower you to improve your financial security, protect yourself from frauds and scams, and make a difference where you live. We are working to: - Make communities great places for all ages to live and thrive. - Make prescription medications accessible and affordable for all through our #StopRxGreed campaign. - Connect you with events and opportunities to learn, stay active, and have fun.
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Angel FoundationAngel Foundation™ is a Twin Cities-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to support local adults with cancer and their families. For over twenty years, their programs have ensured that individuals and families have the resources they need throughout their cancer journey. Angel Foundation™ offers relief to adults with cancer and their loved ones through financial assistance, education, and emotional support.
Cancer Legal CareAt Cancer Legal Care, they know that the financial and legal issues a cancer patient faces can be as devastating as the cancer diagnosis itself. Their mission is to engage the law to resolve the complex challenges facing people and communities affected by cancer. They do this by providing free legal care and education to Minnesotans affected by cancer to help with the legal issues they face that directly impact their health and quality of life.
The Negative Space
The mission of The Negative Space is to change the way caregivers are seen and supported. The Negative Space shines light on the realities of caregiving, provides direct services to caregivers, and educates and equips those who support them with concrete tools and strategies.
American Cancer SocietyWhile most people know us for our research, we do so much more. We work to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. We advocate for lifesaving policy changes. We promote healthy lifestyles to help you prevent cancer. We research cancer and its causes to find more answers and better treatments. We provide information, answers, and support to people in every community who have been touched by cancer. And we do it all 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Brighter DaysBrighter Days Family Grief Center focuses on bringing families back together after the death or terminal diagnosis of a loved one by addressing the many psychosocial and logistical needs of each family member. Trusted by Minnesota hospitals, hospices, schools, and community partners since 2017, Brighter Days provides the compassionate and comprehensive care that children, adults, and the entire family deserve.
Colon Cancer CoalitionAlthough the survival rate for colon cancer is 90% when it’s caught in the early stages, only 40% of cases are being diagnosed during this window. The Colon Cancer Coalition is dedicated to encouraging screening, reducing barriers to access, and raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer. By making the words colon, colorectal and colonoscopy a part of everyday language, we can overcome the fear and decrease deaths from this largely preventable cancer.
She Climbs MountainsShe Climbs Mountains serves adult women and girls ages 8–18 who have experienced mother loss through death at any age. Our community encourages women and girls to grieve openly, share their stories, ask questions, nurture themselves and each other, examine the loss of their mothers, and seek joy and gratitude in a secure environment.
Open Arms of MinnesotaOpen Arms of Minnesota is a nonprofit organization that prepares and delivers medically tailored meals at no cost to critically ill Minnesotans and their loved ones. Our registered dietitians and in-house chefs create delicious, medically tailored menus using fresh and organic ingredients whenever possible. Through the support of a loving community of donors and volunteers, we harvest, cook, and deliver nutritious, made-from-scratch meals directly to our clients.
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Check out our Community Partner Playbook.
If you like what you see, contact us to talk about how we can work together to help Caregivers and Sequel Makers.
If you like what you see, contact us to talk about how we can work together to help Caregivers and Sequel Makers.
