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(612) 331-2302
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Services & ProgramsScroll down (or click the title) to see more about:
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Individual Support Services
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Southeast Seniors helps older adults and their caregivers live at home as long as possible with these services:
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Fees There are no charges for volunteer services and outreach nursing services. Costs for nursing services are kept as low as possible. Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance (e.g. Blue Cross/Blue Shield, U Care, Health Partners, Medica, VA) and other third party payers are billed, whenever appropriate, for nurse and home health aide/homemaker services. Remaining costs are adjusted on a sliding fee scale. The nurse will determine the exact cost for services on the first visit, which is free. |
Educational & Health Promotion Workshops
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Monthly educational workshops are co-sponsored by SE Seniors and Pratt Community Education.
When: Second Wednesday of the month Time: 1:30 - 2:30 pm Place: Held virtually via Zoom until further notice Registration: Online or 612-331-2302 |
Upcoming Topics September 9th: Whether you are already on Medicare or will be enrolling soon, join us for this informative workshop to learn about the basics of Medicare, the different types of supplemental plans, and how to choose which plan is right for you. Bring your questions! Presented by Chris Abbott, a Medicare Specialist for the North Star Medicare Supplement Division. With years of experience in the industry, he efficiently assesses individual health care needs to find the plan right for you. Chris brings a wealth of unparalleled knowledge and expertise to help make complex Medicare decisions easier. |
Pen Pal Program
Meet your PenPal at the Final Party!
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Like to get mail that is not a bill? Like to write letters and make a new friend in the process?
People 65 and over in the 55414 zip code are invited to join our Pen Pal Program. Letters are exchanged with 4th graders at Marcy School once a month. Participate in the comfort of your own home. You don't have go anywhere to correspond with a young person. |
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How Does it Work?
Letters are exchanged with a 4th grade student at Marcy School once a month or more if each partner is so inspired. Students send the first letter in the fall to introduce themselves and start the process. Southeast Seniors can provide you with stationary, envelopes and stamps if needed - let us know. Wider Scope
Students learn to write a neat and legible letter telling their story and sharing their lives. Some have grandparents in their lives, and some are grateful to have an older someone to be important to them. Being a Pen Pal helps students learn to express themselves on paper. Final Party!
Join the end of the year party to meet your Pen Pal and share your experiences from the past year. We'll meet up at the school in May to celebrate the year. Interested?
Let us know if you want to participate or know someone who would be interested. Fill out our form, call 612-331-2302 or email Ann Carter at ann@seseniors.org |
Pen Pals: Sign me up! |
Join the CONNECTION CLUB:
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Why Get Involved?
Connecting with a UMN student can open doors for both you and the student. Learn what life is like for a student now and help them connect with their neighborhood. Students want to see how their studies can be applied to life around them. Your involvement can open doors for them as they can benefit from your experience and knowledge. You gain a new friend and a new perspective on student life. Who Can be Involved?
Anyone 65 and older can be involved! Students often have 20-30 hours during a semester to give (September - December or January - May). They are willing to help around the house and/or yard, play games, cook with you, and lots more. Set up a time to meet that works with your schedule. How to Get Involved?
Students begin classes in mid-January and want to get connected very soon afterwards. Complete the short form below and we'll make sure you meet someone as soon as school begins. MN Daily features SE SeniorsThe Connection Club provides UMN students and people 65 and over an opportunity to connect and get to know one another. The MN Daily found out about our program and featured Southeast Seniors in an article. CLICK HERE to read the original article and HERE to read an update!
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Free Wellness Clinics
Blood Pressure Check / Ask A Nurse & Service Coordinator
Residents of Holmes Park Village and Labor Retreat Apartments are invited to:
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2020 Schedule Labor Retreat: 10:30 - 11:30 am Holmes Park: 11:30 am - 12:15 pm
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South East Lunch Bunch
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Join us for an opportunity to connect with your neighbors and to hear a presentation from guest speaker each third Wednesday of the month -- September through May. Mark your calendars now!
Date: Third Wednesday of the Month Time: 12:00 - 12:30 Social Time; 12:30 - 1:30 Presentation Place: Held virtually via Zoom until further notice RSVP: Call 612-331-2302 or email us at info@seseniors.org |
Lunch Bunch Topics 2020
September 16th: Our September gathering will include a presentation by Lisa Kane, RDN, LD. Lisa is a holistic care provider with expertise in nutrition, dietetics, and community wellness. She has also served as a brand consultant for food businesses in Minneapolis. So grab your coffee/tea cup, lunch at home if you like, and join us for the Southeast Lunch Hour Reconnect. All are welcome! Stress! Anxiety! These two conditions are impacting many of us more than ever during this year's challenges. Together, we will explore common pitfalls in people's eating habits when facing these two frequently chronic conditions. Understand the links between sugar and chronic disease. Learn about inflammation, and manageable ways to stop it. Gain tips to boost your energy levels and reduce stress through physical activity and the outdoors. Leave with a plan for shopping creatively to receive both pleasure and benefit from food! |
Library Book Delivery & Virtual Book Club
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In partnership with the Arvonne Fraser library, Southeast Seniors offers no-contact home delivery of library books for people over the age of 65 who reside in our service area. There is no cost to receive book delivery! Please call Southeast Seniors at 612-331-2302 to sign up. Staff will help complete a short form including information about the genres of books you enjoy so that the librarians can choose titles that align with your interests. Click here to learn more about our newly remodeled local library!
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Southeast Seniors & librarians from the Arvonne Fraser library are partnering to offer a monthly book club, which meets virtually via Zoom. The librarians provide copies of the selected book to Southeast Seniors, and we arrange home delivery for participants who'd like to borrow a copy of the book. Please call us at 612-331-2302 or email us at info@seseniors.org to sign up! These is no cost to participate, and you can attend once or participate monthly.
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