Elder Network was founded in in Rochester Minnesota. However, our educational offerings and support groups are open to anyone that would like to attend. Throughout the past 34 years of service, Elder Network has been dedicated to serving older adults and their loved ones β which includes caregivers, family members, and friends.
We collaborate with other organizations so that we are able to support seniors and their caregivers whether we do the service or whether we refer them to an organization that provides the services they require. Through these 34 years of operation, Elder Network has committed resources to training staff, volunteers, clients, and community members on dementia, accessibility, diversity, end-of-life planning, grief support, suicide prevention, mental health in the aging population, and many other vital areas of service delivery that pertain to those 55 years of age and older.
Our outreach, programs, and services extend to all eligible persons regardless of elder traditions, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities, national origins, and other characteristics of their person. Elder Network currently provides the following ten services for caregivers and seniors. Transportation is provided by volunteer drivers to and from crucial health care appointments such as medical appointments.
Transportation is provided by volunteer drivers to and from to non-medical locations. Companion Services provide a companion to assist in everyday task completion, so they can remain safely in their home.
The visitors program provides weekly socialization through having someone in home conversing with and engaging an older adult. Education opportunities consist of evidence-based workshops, monthly aging education events, health fairs, and community presentations. Respite Care In-Home provides relief for the caregiver to complete out of home duties and non-medical tasks,.
