Becker County Care Guide

CareGuide THE BECKER COUNTY

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Providing services to Seniors and those with

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908 Cascade St. S. | Fergus Falls, MN 56537

welcome Welcome to the 2012 edition of the Becker County Service Guide. Inside you will find a list of programs, businesses, organizations and agencies in Becker County, Minnesota. The listings provide a resource and referral guide for seniors, disabled individuals and residents.

Every effort has been made to provide current information. We apologize for any errors or omissions made in this edition.

The Senior Care Guide is brought to you by the Becker County Senior Network. Our organization is made up of businesses, agencies and individuals who are interested in promoting the well-being of the senior population of Becker County.

The Becker County Senior Network would like to thank DL Newspapers for their generous contribution towards the printing and distribution of this directory.

Services listed in this directory are subject to change at any time.

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table of contents Emergency Numbers....................................... 6 Advocacy Services............................................ 8 Becker County Veterans Service Officer.................................. 8 Consumer Protection....................................... 8 County Coordinator on Aging......................... 8 Landlord/Tenant Rights.................................. 8 Ombudsman..................................................... 8 White Earth Tribal Council.............................. 8 Daily Support Services..................................... 8 Adult Day Care.................................................. 8 Chore Services.................................................. 8 Counseling/Support Groups..........................10 Driving Evaluation and Safety.......................10 Financial & Legal Services..............................14 Foot Care.........................................................10 Nutrition.........................................................12 Senior Centers (Dining & Meals on Wheels)..........................12 Transportation...............................................14 Financial & Legal Services............................. 14 Becker County Human Services.....................14 Mahube Community Council.........................14 Social Security Administration......................14 USDA Rural Development.............................14 White Earth Reservation Tribal Council.................................................14 Housing Services........................................... 18 Adult Foster Care...........................................18 Emergency Housing.......................................18 General Housing Information.......................18 Home Modification and Accessibility.............................................18 Housing With Services...................................18 Nursing Homes...............................................20 Senior Independent Living............................20

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In-Home Services.......................................... 22 Becker County Long Term Care Consult. .....22 Home Health Care..........................................22 Hospice...........................................................22 Life Line Services............................................22 Life Enrichment/Employment Opportunities................................................ 24 Community Education...................................24 Employment...................................................24 Volunteer/Community Service Programs............................................24 Medical Services............................................ 26 Clinics/Medical Centers.................................26 Medical Supplies.............................................26 Pharmacies......................................................26 ARTICLES Preplanning a Funeral................................... 11 The Talent of Therapy Dogs.......................... 25 Home from the Hospital............................... 27 When You Become the Parent of your Parent............................................... 28

If you are unsure of exactly what you need, refer to: Minnesota Senior LinkAge Line 1-800-333-2433 or www.MinnesotaHelp.info They can assist you in locating resources and securing services.

For Local Assistance call: Becker County Senior Coordinator - Karen Lenius (218) 847-1385 or 1-888-458-1385

Please feel free to contact us with mobility related questions, general advice or highly specific mobility questions!

We are here to assist you!

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Full selection of home health/bath aides for added personal safety.

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LOCATED across from Ben Franklin in the Washington Square Mall!

We have the Mobility Products for all your needs.

• Manual Wheelchairs • Lightweight Wheelchairs • Power Wheelchairs • Scooters • Repairs • Walkers and Canes • Lift Chairs • Rentals of Wheelchairs • We Accept Insurances & Submit Claims

Where your mobility is our specialty!

Washington square Mall • Detroit lakes

218-847-2433

Mon. - Thur. 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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emergency numbers Emergency 911 Lakes Crisis & Resource Center 218.847.7446 Provides direct services to victims of violence Minnesota Poison Control 1.866.511.1222 Essentia St. Mary’s Health EMS EMERGENCY 911 218.847.0817 Lakeland Mental Health Center 1.800.223.4512 Assessments for mental health needs.

Licensed staff on call after 5:00 p.m. to help with emergency assessments.

North Memorial Ambulance Service EMERGENCY 911 218.732.5255 Serves Hubbard and Eastern Becker Counties

Focused Rehab

Get Better, Get Home.

White Earth Ambulance Service EMERGENCY 911 218.983.3281 or 218.983.3201 Vulnerable Adult Reporting Contact Becker County Human Services at 218.847.5628 ext. 5382 (Adult Protection Worker) or ask for the Adult Services Intake Worker 8:00 – 4:30 Monday – Friday After hours call First Link 701.235.3620

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Hearing test with Easy Hearing Clinic – IMPORTANT FREE Hearingyour testGrandkids with Easy Hearing – FREE ...Hearing sayClinic “I Love You” - PRICELESS ...Hearing your Grandkids say “I Love You” - PRICELESS

EASY HEARING CLINIC EASY HEARING CLINIC

Trust your hearing to qualified professionals Trust your Call for an appointment

218-829-2162

Toll Free 1-866-653-4327 Minnesota Licensed Audiologist

119 Washington Ave. S i e m e n s(inside Bender Chiropractic) Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Siemens

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Advocacy Services - Daily Support Services American Cancer Society (National) 1.800.227.2345 Open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

Landlord/Tenant Rights Legal Services 1.800.450.8585 or 218.233.8585 Lawhelpmn.org

American Diabetes Association Northern Minnesota & North Dakota Office 1323 23rd Street South, Fargo, ND 58103 701.234.0123 National Office: 1.888.342.2383

Ombudsman Jane Brink 1.800.657.3591 Will investigate concerns, mediate disputes, advocate for seniors, and provide information and education to consumers.

Arthritis Foundation – MN Chapter 1.800.333.1380 or 651.644.4108

State Services for the Blind Moorhead Office 1.800.657.3755

Becker County Veterans Service Officer 218.846.7312 Assists veterans and their dependents in securing all benefits provided to them by law.

Better Business Bureau of ND and MN 651.695.2424 Cardiac Rehab Education Network Essentia Health St. Mary’s 218.847.5611 Consumer Protection Minnesota Attorney General’s Office 1.800.657.3787 Provides information and mediation services in connection with consumer complaints about business products and services.

County Coordinator on Aging Karen Lenius 218.847.1385 or 1.888.458.1385 Provides assistance in accessing programs and services for older adults in Becker County.

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services 1.800.456.7589 Services include long term loan of TTY’s, amplifiers, signalers, assistance and advocacy.

Family Resource Center 218.844.5217 Mediation service Freedom Resource Center Support for Independent Living for Disabled Individuals 1.800.450.0459 Lakes Crisis and Resource Center 218.847.7446 or 1.877.754.9683 Landlord/Tenant Hot Line Tenant Advocacy Organization 1.866.866.3546 or 612.728.5767

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White Earth Tribal Council 1.800.950.3248 or 218.983.3285 Serves senior citizens of White Earth Reservation.

Adult Day Care

Includes a daily program of activities, meals, personal and health services, along with transportation to and from the Adult Day Center.

Emmanuel Community Adult Day Center Detroit Lakes • 218.847.4486 Sunnyside Care Center Lake Park • 218.238.5944

CHORE SERVICES

Frazee Neighbor to Neighbor/Living at Home Block Nurse Program for Frazee and Vergas area Elders 218.334.3559 Helping Hands Volunteer led program that provides minor repairs for the frail elderly/disabled 218.844.8445 Home Instead Senior Care 866.521.8093 Providing assisted living in the comfort of your home Mahube Community Council : Homemaking and Chore Program 218.847.1385

CounselinG Services/ Support Groups

Alcoholics Anonymous/Alanon 218.844.9970 Detroit Lakes

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group 218.847.4486 Emmanuel Community 218.847.5611 Essentia Health St. Mary’s Alzheimer’s Association of West Central MN 1.800.232.0851 Information, support, health care, and health care planning.

Caring for Our Communities

Services for low income, elderly and disabled residents.

• Host Site for the Becker County Senior Coordinator • Retired and Senior Volunteer Program - RSVP • Health Insurance/Medicare Counseling • Homemaking and Chore Services • Bone Builder Exercise Groups • AARP Tax Aide Program • Weatherization and Energy Assistance •Caregivers Support •Relatives as Parents Program

847-1385 or Toll Free 1-888-458-1385 1125 West River Road • Detroit Lakes

Small Town Caring…

■ Affordable Rates ■ 24 Hour Staff ■ Housekeeping ■ Laundry ■ Activities ■ 3 Meals ■ Assisted Living

Services with RN Supervisor ■ Adult Day Care ■ Respite Care

Hawley Senior Living An alternative to Nursing Home Care. We offer warm, personalized care.

Now offering services In Our Home & In Yours — For Information Call...

Hawley Senior Living • 923 5th St. Hawley, MN 56549 • (218) 483-3337 www.hawleyseniorliving.com

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CounselinG Services/ Support Groups

Caregiver Support Group 1.800.488.4146

Coffee Club Holy Rosary Church, Tuesdays, 2:00 – 4:00 218.847.4570 Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services Services include long term loan of TTY’s, amplifiers, signalers, assistance and advocacy.

1.800.456.7589 Diabetic Support Group Essentia Health St. Mary’s 218.847.5611 Glenmore Recovery Center Crookston/Thief River Falls, MN Inpatient & outpatient chemical dependency counseling 1.800.584.9226 or 218.281.9511 Grief Support Groups Hospice of the Red River Valley Groups for adults, widows, widowers, and youth journeys 218.847.9493 Lakeland Mental Health Center Assessments for mental health needs 1.800.223.4512 or 218.847.1676 Lakes Counseling Center Outpatient drug and alcohol counseling 218.847.0696 Lakes Crisis & Resource Center Provides direct services to victims of violence 218.847.7446 Lakewood Health Systems Lakewood Reflections Acute Care Behavioral Unit 218.894.8200 Long Term Care Consultations Becker County Human Services 218.847.5628 Lutheran Social Services of MN 1.800.488.4146 - Caregiver support.

218.847.0629 - Counseling services.

Multiple Sclerosis Society 1.800.582.5296 or 612.335.7900

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Parkinson’s Support Group at Emmanuel Community 218.847.4486 Solutions Behavioral Healthcare Professional Assessments for mental health needs.

218.844.6853 State Services for the Blind Moorhead Office 1.800.657.3755 Stroke Support Group – Emmanuel Community Detroit Lakes 218.847.4486 White Earth Services • Alcoholics Anonymous/Substance Abuse 218.983.3286 ext 1297 or 1.800.950.3248 ext 1297 Support group – 218.983.3006 • Geriatric Social Services 218.935.5554 ext 3261 or 1.800.763.8629 ext 3261 • Tribal Mental Health 218.983.3286 ext 1284

DRIVING EVALUATION/SAFETY Sanford 701.280.4070 Driver evaluation program offered by occupational therapist. Also car adaptation/ services.

foot care

Emmanuel Community Monthly foot care clinics held at the Madison, Union Central, the Cottages and Lamplighter 218.847.4486 Healthy Alternatives Essentia Health St. Mary’s 218.847.0894 Services include monthly foot care clinics, wellness screenings, educational opportunities, and provider discounts.

Frazee Neighbor to Neighbor Monthly foot care clinics held at Frazee Care Center, Neighbor to Neighbor and Vergas Assisted Living 218.334.3559

Pre-Planning a Funeral Death is not a topic many people prefer to discuss.

However, discussing funeral planning and making arrangements can be a smart financial move and one that limits large decisions at a time of heightened emotions.

Every year millions of people in North America make the decision to pre-plan a funeral. The process is also known as pre-need planning. Individuals can even take out insurance policies that direct benefits to funeral expenses.

The main purpose of pre-need planning is to alleviate the financial burden and decision-making during times of grief and stress. Well-executed plans can make the funeral process run like a well-oiled machine.

It’s never too early to begin pre-planning a funeral.

Making a list of information that will go to a trusted family member, executor of one’s estate or a funeral director is one way to start. Here are some items to include:

• • • • • • •

Name Date of birth Place of birth Social security member Location of will Military service Place of disposition, whether a cemetery or crematorium • Organ donation preferences • Funeral and/or wake preferences • Name of funeral home and director • Copies of receipts and contracts for any services purchased Any other important information, such as • location of safety deposit box information, attorney names, etc.

There are very good reasons for pre-need planning.

All arrangements can be thoroughly considered and spelled out so they meet a person’s desires. If he or she

Larson Funeral Home 304 3rd St SE – PO Box 327 Pelican Rapids MN 56572 218-863-2441 www.larsonfuneralpelicanrapids.com

Pre-planning Understanding the benefits of pre-planning your funeral service can be important to you and your family.

Planning ahead insures that your wishes are understood by your loved ones, and that your funeral service will reflect those wishes.

We would welcome the opportunity to talk to you and answer any questions that you may have regarding pre-planning.

We are available to meet with you at our facility or in the comfort of your home.

Chuck Standal

Funeral Director/Owner

Please feel free to contact us with any questions you have.

Mitch Baumgartner Funeral Director

West~Kjos Funeral Home

Assisting families with traditional and cremation services.

Also helping families with their pre-planning needs.

has a preference in cemetery or prefers to be interred at a mausoleum, these requests can be expressed and not assumed by family members.

Pre-planning also enables a person to shop around for the most affordable services, caskets and funeral homes.

Because the average cost of a funeral is between $10,000 to $15,000, it is important to spend money wisely. Pre-planning also helps avoid inflation of costs later on, enabling a person to lock in the cost of services now.

Stress and grief can make family members unable to cope with decisions during the time of death. As a result, one of the most important reasons for pre-need planning is to make the process one in which close friends and family members can come to grips with the death, rather than having to run around for a few days and make arrangements in haste. This way loved ones can simply remember a person how he or she was instead of choosing clothing, disposition places, service wording, and the like.

A funeral director can walk a person through the process of pre-planning a funeral. He or she is often licensed to sell cemetery plots and can take much of the work out of the process. A community or family-owned business may have a rapport in the area and offer the best deals or the desired level of personalized service.

Pride in Funeral Service …… Pride in the Detroit Lakes Community

Jade Petznick Funeral Director

218-847-7279 • www.westkjos.com A locally owned Funeral Home

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NUTRITION/SENIOR CENTERS Becker County Food Pantry 218.846.0142 Referral required through Becker County Human Services, Mahube or area churches.

Becker County Food Support 218.847.5628 Becker County Senior Nutrition Program (NSI) Serve congregate dining and Meals on Wheels at specific senior sites.

1.877.677.3319 MOM’S MEALS Home delivered meals 1.866.204.6111 • www.momsmeals.com Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors (NAPS) Supplemental USDA food packages to income eligible seniors.

218.847.1385 The Refuge 218.847.1982 Christian Outreach & Resource Center Call for free meal schedule White Earth Food Support 218.983.3286 ext 1266 White Earth Food Distribution 218.935.2233 White Earth Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 218.983.3286 ext 1395 Angel Food Ministries Non-profit, non denominational organization dedicated to providing food relief to communities throughout the USA. Host site in Detroit Lakes – Assembly of God Church 218.847.5213 www.angelfoodministries.com

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congregate dining and meals on wheels sites ■ Audubon: Meals on Wheels ONLY

218.439.3432

■ Detroit Lakes Senior Nutrition Center

and Meals on Wheels 218.847.5823

■ Elbow Lake Community Center

Senior Dining 218.734.2315

■ Lake Park City Center Senior Dining

218.238.5336

■ Naytahwaush

218.935.5554 ext 3237

■ Osage Senior Dining:

Dining Club at Osage Bait and Tackle Restaurant (OBT), 218.573.3990

■ Pine Point Elder Center

218.573.2210

■ White Earth Senior Dining

218.983.3286 ext 1236

100% Employee Owned

TENDER HEARTS HOME CARE Serving the Lakes Area for over nine years.

Kerrie Steinbach, Owner 407 Carlund Parkway New York Mills, MN 56567

Long Term Care Ins., South Country U Care Medica Blue Cross/Blue Shield Private Pay Medical Assistance Phone: 218.385.3466 E-mail: tndhrt@arvig.net Licensed and bonded with the State of Minnesota.

STORE HOURS: Mon-Fri: 9am-8pm Sat: 9am-5:30pm • Sun: 12pm-5pm

808 Washington Ave. Detroit Lakes, MN

218-847-9248 1-800-510-7497

PHARMACY HOURS: Mon-Fri: 9am-7pm Sat: 9am-5pm • Sun: 12pm-4pm

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transportation Becker County Transit System 218.847.1674 or 1.888.847.1674 DL Taxi Service 218.234.1192 or 218.234.6252 Ghost Runner Taxi Service 218.346.2650 Taxi service, shopping, delivery, courier service, cleaning, painting, and more.

People’s Express 1.800.450.0123 Non-emergency medical transportation.

Essentia Health Clinic Van 218.844.2300 Limited to Essentia Health Clinic appointments Medi-Van 1.800.422.0976 or 218.847.1729 Transports individuals to non-emergency medical appointments anywhere in and out of state.

Neighbor to Neighbor Living At Home Block Nurse Program Volunteer program for Frazee and Vergas elders 218.334.3559 White Earth Transportation 218.983.3283 or 1.888.845.6787

Financial & Legal Services Becker County Human Services 218.847.5684 or 218.847.5628 Services include Food Stamps, General Assistance, Emergency, and Non-Emergency Assistance, Medical Assistance, MN Supplemental Aid, Nutrition Assistance.

Becker County Veterans Service 218.846.7312 Assists veterans and their dependents in securing benefits provided to them by law.

Legal Services for Senior Residents (Income based) 1.800.450.8585 or 218.233.8585 Services include civil legal services to persons 60 years of age or older.

Mahube Community Council 218.847.1385; 1.888.458.1385 Services include: Fuel/Energy Assistance, Health Insurance Counseling, Home Weatherization, AARP/RSVP Tax Aide Program.

Social Security Administration, Fargo 1.800.772.1213 Regional SSA Office, Fergus Falls 1.877.402.0827 or 218.739.1025 To apply for a SSN, check earning’s record, apply for retirement, disability or survivor’s benefit payments, SSI, hospital/medical insurance under Medicare.

USDA Rural Development 218.847.5694 Low income families may obtain low interest loans and grants for repairs and home improvements.

White Earth Reservation Tribal Council 218.983.3285 Provides special programs to low income people, including: energy saver program, emergency food services, transportation, social activities, information and referral, emergency energy assistance programs, nutrition programs and home delivered meals.

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LIVE at the Lakes!

Don’t Just Visit the Lakes,

Discover…

Home Care

Delivering services from our home to yours

Basic plan includes • All utilities • Cable TV •C omplementary laundry facilities • Weekly transportation for shopping and outings • Scheduled activities • Exercise Room • Additional services available thru Emmanuel Home Care, including meals

• Full kitchen • Private bath with shower • Private patios (most apartments) • Onsite beauty salon • Ample storage and closet space • Pet Friendly

www.unioncentraldl.com

307 Lake Avenue Detroit Lakes

• Medicare Homecare • Personal Cares • Meals

• Dietitian Consults • Senior Companion Community Caregivers

The Madison

Offering choice, security & independence • Spacious Apartments • Optional 24 hour services to meet your needs

Lamplighter Manor

218-844-4711

• Homemaking • Response Line • Foot Care

• Private Outdoor Decks • Heated Garage • Scheduled Transportation

Affordable, serviceenriched living

• Studio & One-bedroom • Spacious Dining Room Apartments •S cheduled • Coffee Shop Transportation

• Advanced Care • S hort stay for respite or recovery from illness, injury & surgery • Adult Day Services • I npatient & Outpatient Therapies

• Memory Care • End-of-Life Comfort Care • Private Rooms • Wound Certified RN • Support Groups, Alzheimers, Parkinsons & Stroke • Spiritual Care & Activities

The Cottage

Enhanced Assisted Living & Memory Care • Spacious Suites

EQUAL HOUSING

OPPORTUNITY

• Optional 24 Hour Services to Meet Your Needs

* Free Internet and pet friendly

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Emmanuel Home & Post Acute Care Unit

1415 Madison Avenue Detroit Lakes 218.847.4486 www.emmanueldl.org

“Life’s a Little BIGGER in a Small Community”

v Personalized care in a friendly environment v Transitional Care Services v Skilled Nursing and Memory Care v In-patient and Out-patient Therapy 16561 US Hwy 10 Lake Park, MN Located just West of Detroit Lakes www.sunnysidecarecenter.com

(218) 238-5944 v (218) 439-3831

wherever they choose to live.

www.ecumen.org

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Don’t Just Visit the Lakes,

Discover…

Home Care

Delivering services from our home to yours

Basic plan includes • All utilities • Cable TV •C omplementary laundry facilities • Weekly transportation for shopping and outings • Scheduled activities • Exercise Room • Additional services available thru Emmanuel Home Care, including meals

• Full kitchen • Private bath with shower • Private patios (most apartments) • Onsite beauty salon • Ample storage and closet space • Pet Friendly

www.unioncentraldl.com

307 Lake Avenue Detroit Lakes

• Medicare Homecare • Personal Cares • Meals

• Dietitian Consults • Senior Companion Community Caregivers

The Madison

Offering choice, security & independence • Spacious Apartments • Optional 24 hour services to meet your needs

Lamplighter Manor

218-844-4711

• Homemaking • Response Line • Foot Care

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Housing Services Adult Foster Care

Becker County Human Services 218.847.5628 Referral source for Adult Foster Home placement in Becker County.

General Housing Information

Becker County Economic Development Authority 218.846.7316 Rental Housing; Rent Assistance; Home Rehab Loan Program

Living arrangements in which health-related services are available to tenants; services vary.

Mahube Community Council 218.847.1385 or 1.888.458.1385 Housing services, fuel/energy assistance, home weatherization and homeless placement.

Diamond Willow Advanced Care Assisted Living Detroit Lakes 218.847.6900

Detroit Lakes Housing & Redevelopment Authority 218.847.7859

HOUSING WITH SERVICES

Frazee/Vergas Assisted Living 218.334.4501 Hawley Senior Living 218.483.3337

Lake Park Senior Housing --Lake Park 218.238.5532 Midwest Minnesota Community Development

Lincoln Park Senior Apartments Detroit Lakes Corporation — MMCDC 218.847.3191 218.847.0894 North Star Homes Detroit Lakes 1.800.535.5895 Pleasant View Detroit Lakes 218.847.7859 Park Manor Estates 218.847.2636 Golden Manor Detroit Lakes 218.847.3195 Lamplighter Manor – Emmanuel Community Detroit Lakes 218.847.7768 The Cottage – Emmanuel Community Detroit Lakes 218.844.8354 The Madison – Emmanuel Community Detroit Lakes 218.844.9420 Union Central-Ecumen/Emmanuel Community (Detroit Lakes) 218.844.4711 White Earth Reservation Housing Authority 1.800.726.4016 or 218.473.4663 Winchester on Washington 218.847.0894

Emergency Housing

Lakes Crisis and Resource Center 1339 Pelican Lane, Detroit Lakes • 847.7446 The Refuge/Compassion House: Housing Services for Homeless Men 921 8th Street SE, Detroit Lakes • 847.1982 PAGE 18 | BECKER COUNTY CARE GUIDE

White Earth Energy Assistance Program 218.473.4663 White Earth Reservation Housing/Authority 218.473.4663 or 1.800.726.4016

HOME MODIFICATION AND ACCESSIBILITY

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AARP (home modification resources) 1.888.687.2277 www.aarp.org Mahube Homemaking and Chore Program 218.847.1385 or 1.888.458.1385

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Nursing Homes

Emmanuel Nursing Home (Detroit Lakes) Memory Care, Respite, Post Acute and Long-Term Care Services 218.847.4486 Frazee Care Center 218.334.4501 Trach & Ventilator Services, IV Therapy, Outpatient & Inpatient Rehabilitation, Respite, and Long Term Care Services.

Essentia Health Oak Crossing formally St. Mary’s Nursing Center 218.847.5611 Sunnyside Care Center Lake Park 218.238.5944 or 218.439.3831 Memory Care, Respite, Short-Stay & Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care Services

Senior Independent Living

Biimaadiiziiwiin White Earth 218.983.3006 Eagle View Manor Audubon 218.439.3043

Lamplighter Manor – Emmanuel Community Detroit Lakes 218.847.7768 Lincoln Park Senior Apartments Detroit Lakes 218.847.0894 The Madison – Emmanuel Community Detroit Lakes 218.844.9420 Marigold Detroit Lakes 1.800.728.5401 Park Manor Estates Detroit Lakes 218.847.2636 Park Village Lake Park 1.800.728-5401

Pleasant View Detroit Lakes 218.847.7859 Silver Birch Detroit Lakes 1.800.728.5401 Sunrise Senior Villa Frazee 218.334.5362 Union Central Detroit Lakes 218.844.4711 Village Square Apartments Lake Park 218.238.5532 White Earth Congregate Housing 218.983.3507 Winchester on Washington Detroit Lakes 218.847.0894

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In-Home Services

Home Health Care

Caring Hands 218.837.5572 or 888.290.5572 Care 2000 Home Health 877.736.0246 CK Home Care 218.998.3778

Circle of Life Home Health 218.335.8868 or 1.877.335.8868 Emmanuel Medicare Home Health Care 218.844.7158 Emmanuel Community Home Care and Respite 218.844.7179 Essentia St. Mary’s Home Health 218.847.0808 Home Instead Senior Care 866.521.8093 Companionship, home helper, 24 hour Caregiver services.

Lakeland Hospice and Homecare 1.888.820.7885 Lutheran Social Services Caregiver Respite Program 1.800.488.4146 Minnesota Home Care 218.963.8899 New Dimensions Home Care 218.739.5856 or 1.800.395.9949 North Star Nursing PDN &ØPCAØ choice 1.800.535.5895 Sanford Home Health Care 701.234.4900 or 218.863.2273 or 218.847.2653 White Earth Home Health 218.983.3286 ext 1277

Hospice

Intensive comfort care that alleviates pain and suffering, enhancing quality of life for terminally ill patients and families by addressing their medical, emotional, spiritual, and grief needs. Services provided include grief support, resource libraries, counseling referrals and community education.

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Lakeland Hospice and Home Care 1.888.820.7885 St. Joseph’s Hospice/Hospital Home Care Eastern Becker County 1.218.732.4552 or 1.800.566.3311

Life Line SERVICES

Life Line Emergency Response System Essentia St. Mary’s Home Health 218.847.0808 Emmanuel Community Voice Care Personal Response system 218.844.8354 Home Instead Senior Care 866.521.8093 Northern Safety & Security 1.877.751.3902 Philips Lifeline 1.866.674.9900 ext 4363 Sunnyside Voice Care Personal Response System 218.238.5944 or 218.439.3831

BECKER COUNTY LONG TERM CARE CONSULTATION Becker County Community Health 218.847.5628 ext. 5397 Becker County Human Services 218.847.5628 ext. 5338 & 5339 Senior Linkage Line 1.800.333.2433 White Earth Long Term Care Consultation 218.983.3286 ext 1277

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Serving locations in Detroit Lakes, Ada, Breckenridge, Fergus Falls and Crookston.

Call 1-800-347-0159 for your Free Hearing Test Providing Housing Assistance to Seniors and Families in Detroit Lakes Offering the following housing units, all furnished with range and refrigerators: • High rise apartments • Family Housing: family units are 3- to 4-bedroom duplexes and single family units; all units have full basements • Housing Choice Vouchers: these programs offer subsidies for low-income persons to live in privately owned units within the city of Detroit Lakes FEATURES Building Accessibility: Accessible main entrance (zero step approach); Accessible public restroom; Designated disability parking Building Amenities: Community room; Elevator; Public park within one mile; Security system Housing Unit Amenities: Guest accommodations; Laundry facilities; Off street parking; Pets - Allows cats; Pets - Allows dogs under 20 pounds; Utility included in rent - Water Payment: 30% of income; Security deposit required ELIGIBILITY: Housing designed for occupancy by Senior Citizens (62 or older) or disabled near elderly handicapped persons, and families with dependant children.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Walk in FEES: Rent is established according to income, based on 30% of adjusted income. Security Deposits are required upon moving in. Deposit is equal to one month’s rent or a maximum of $400 or minimum of $300.

DETROIT LAKES HOUSING AUTHORITY 1111 Washington Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

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Life Enrichment/Employment Opportunities Community Education

Audubon/Lake Park Community Education 218.439.3303 Frazee-Vergas Community Education 218.334.2525 Detroit Lakes Community Education 218.847.4418 Minnesota State Community &Technical College 218.846.3700 or 1.800.492.4836 White Earth Tribal & Community College 218.936.5731

Employment

Experienced Works 1.800.450.JOBS or 218.631.3483 Provides meaningful part-time community service employment for persons 55 and older, along with classroom training, job seeking assistance and placement into private sector jobs.

Rural Minnesota CEP Concentrated Employment Program 218.846.7400 Services available include: senior programs, temporary work training, job search system.

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VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS Emmanuel Volunteer Services 847.4486

Essentia St. Mary’s Volunteer Services 218.844.0709 RSVP –Mahube Community Council, Inc. 218.847.1385 or 1.888.458.1385 Matches volunteers age 55 or older to organizations which benefit from their experience and talent, focused on meeting diverse community needs Senior Companion Program & Community Caregivers – Emmanuel Community 218.844.4711 Senior Companions provide seniors in their communities with needed assistance

Neighbor to Neighbor LAH/BNP Frazee and Vergas elders 218.334.3559 Services include individual support, coordination of health care needs, information and referral, transportation, grocery shopping, meals on wheels, foot care clinics, caregiver respite, serving those aged 65 years and older.

The talents of therapy dogs Many people think of therapy dogs as guide dogs leading the blind, or dogs sitting with seniors at an assisted living facility. While therapy dogs are responsible for these jobs, they do so much more -- including acting as a trusted companion for someone diagnosed with cancer.

Although many therapy dogs are specially trained in their roles, just about any well-mannered dog can serve in a therapeutic capacity. People may be surprised at all the many assistance roles dogs can play.

Seizure alert: Some dogs are trained to alert epileptics and those with seizure disorders to an upcoming episode, although this method of detection is not always foolproof. In general, seizure dogs provide companionship and security to a person during and after an episode.

CANCER THERAPY: Getting diagnosed with cancer can be a stressful event. Going through chemotherapy and radiation can take its toll on the body. Cancer patients often need all of the love and affection they can get or sometimes just a quiet companion. In a program like Pets for Pals, therapy dogs sit with cancer patients, often sensing what ill people need. Dogs have the innate ability to love unconditionally. Having a dog around gives patients a different topic of conversation other than their health and treatment. Petting a dog has been known to lower blood pressure and reduce stress as well.

HELPING HANDS: Individuals who are handicapped may rely on dogs to do tasks around the house, from turning on lights to grabbing remote controls. Some dogs help companions move around a space by offering stability and a handhold.

SECURITY: Dogs have long been used as security guards. But even if a dog isn’t a trained guard, he or she can alert if something is amiss in the house or if someone is at the door or outside of the home. Individuals who live alone can benefit from the companionship and level of security that dogs provide.

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Our assisted living residence for seniors provides a safe and secure living environment. This unique assisted living environment offers the following amenities: • Small size, limited to ten residents • Private bedroom and bath • 24 hour staff ability • Three meals daily served family style • Personal support service tailored to individual needs • Peaceful setting in a beautiful residential neighborhood • Medication management and administration • Nurse call system • Handicapped accessible • Laundry and housekeeping service provided

For Assisted Living, call 844-3300.

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Medical Services Clinics/Medical Centers

Becker County Community Health 218.847.5628 Essentia Health Clinic— Fargo – 1.800.224.5888 Detroit Lakes – 218.844.2300 Frazee – 218.334.7255 Lake Park – 218.238.5901 Essentia Health Urgent Care: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm 7 days /week 218.844.2300

Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital 218.847.5611 Kidney Dialysis Unit Essentia Health St. Mary’s 218.847.0825

Lincare 218.847.5649 or 1.800.642.2240 Respiratory services, enteral nutrition and medical supplies Northwest Respiratory Services 1.800.232.0706 Respiratory services ProvidaCare: Respiratory and Durable Medical Equipment Oxygen, CPAP, Nebulizers, Medical Supplies, Respiratory services 218.844.2273

Wheelchairs Unlimited 218.847.2433 Specializes in wheelchairs, canes, walkers and scooters Veterans and their families in need of Durable Medical Equipment, Contact: George Peters at 218.847.2008

Pharmacies

Sanford Clinic, Detroit Lakes 218.846.2000

CVS Pharmacy Detroit Lakes 218.847.1484

White Earth Community Health 218.983.3286

D.L. Pharmacy Detroit Lakes 218.847.3537

White Earth Health Center (IHS) 218.983.4300 or 1.800.477.0125

Kmart Detroit Lakes 218.847.9755

Veteran’s Administration Medical Center 701.232.3241

Prescription Shoppe II – Sanford Clinic Detroit Lakes 218.846.2275

Medical Supplies

ActivStyle, Inc. 612.520.9333 or 1.800.651.6223 Distributors of Tranquility incontinence products and medical supplies.

ArrowHealth 877.386.5757 or 218.847.2837 Respiratory services, oxygen, and Durable medical equipment Ecumen Pathstone Store Home Medical Equipment: Accredited Durable Medical Equipment (DME) provider for elderly and disabled.

Medicare certified.

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Thrifty White Drug Detroit Lakes – 218.847.9248 or 1.800.510.7497 Lake Park – 218.238.6642 or 1.888.640.5334 Seip Drug Detroit Lakes – 218.847.3146 Frazee – 218.334.3070 Wal-Mart Detroit Lakes 218.847.7225

Home From the Hospital Make a list

At some point in a person’s life he or she will spend time in a hospital and have to transition home after recovery. For seniors this is a common occurrence and one that can be particularly troublesome. A little planning can make the process easier on the patient and the caregiver.

Keep a list of important phone numbers, including the doctor and the local pharmacy, on a central list so that it is easy to contact the person in case of an emergency.

Expect extra costs

Some procedures may be covered by health insurance, others may not. Family members may have to rally together to offset costs for medical care outside the realm of insurance.

Plan early

Learn when the discharge date will be and find out what will be needed at home. Talk with hospital staff about what equipment can make recovery at home easier. A caregiver may get recommendations on nearby medical supply stores and other vendors that can provide what’s needed, such as visiting nurses.

Get help

Many family members want to be the sole caregiver for a parent or spouse who has left the hospital. But the demand of around the clock care can sometimes be overwhelming. Caregivers should not be embarrassed to ask for help, even if that means hiring a professional. Providing the best care for the patient should be the priority.

Rearrange the home

Certain things at home may need to be changed depending on why the person was hospitalized. Individuals with crutches or in a wheelchair may need extra space made in the home to travel safely. If the patient normally sleeps upstairs, a bed may need to be set up downstairs instead. Ramps may need to be installed over stairs as well.

Patient support

The newly discharged patient may have mixed feelings about being at home and fawned over. Therefore, caregivers should tread lightly to develop a strategy that works well for everyone.

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When you become the parent

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Medical advancements have enabled people to live longer. Though everyone wants to live longer, some people outlive their ability to care for themselves.

In such instances, family members must make a decision regarding how best to care for an elderly relative.

According to “Aging in Place in America,” a commissioned study by Clarity(R) and the EAR Foundation, 63 percent of Baby Boomers are actively involved in providing some kind of help or assistance to their elderly parents. Whether this is due to the rising cost of elder care or simply a feeling of obligation on the part of the child, many middle-aged men and women are responsible for caring for aging parents and young children.

The emotions that might result from caring for an aging parent are often mixed. Some people are happy to do their part to help make life a little easier for a person who devoted so much of his or her energy to raising them. Others in the sandwich generation can feel like this is a burden or guilty that they’re not doing enough for a parent.

Signs an elder needs help

When an older relative stops driving, this is often indicative that he or she needs assistance with daily living. There also may be signs that support and care is needed, such as if the house seems untidy, if he or she is having trouble maintaining personal hygiene, if the parent is getting hurt attempting to do things around the house or if he or she seems malnourished due to the inability to cook meals. Limited mobility or loss of mental faculties also may be indicative that it is time for a loved one to receive care.

QUESTIONS TO ASK

Although taking on the care of an aging parent may seem like the best idea possible, particularly for a senior who is very afraid of losing his or her independence, it may not always be in either party’s best interest. Before anyone determines what will be done PAGE 28 | BECKER COUNTY CARE GUIDE

to help a relative, it’s best to answer a few questions as straightforwardly as possible.

• What type of care does my parent need?

• How soon into the future is that type of care bound to change?

• Can this care be handled by someone who comes into the house, such as a visiting nurse?

• Will my parent feel comfortable with an outside person helping with day-to-day care?

What are my parent’s limitations?

• • Am Icapable of handling this on my own?

• Can I afford an adequate care facility?

• What are my local facility options?

• Will this type of care affect my own personal well-being?

• Can Ihandle this emotionally and physically?

Any person facing the prospect of caring for an aging parent can realize that there is help available, as well as many different people who can help guide a decision. The first resource is to ask siblings, aunts, uncles, and cousins to weigh in on the situation to help the family come to a consensus.

There are also social workers who specialize in this sort of thing, as well as financial consultants who can spell out the pros and cons of different types of care and help determine the most affordable option. This can also go a long way toward helping determine the course of action.

The burden of caring for a parent can take a physical and mental toll on a person. Knowing there is a support circle available can ease one’s mind and enable caregivers to make rational decisions that are in everyone’s best interest.

Caring for a loved one who can no longer care for him- or herself is something that many Baby Boomers are facing on a daily basis. Although it may be a touchy subject, it is worth exploring what you will do before the situation becomes urgent.

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