Serving Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties, & the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
News & Events from the East Central Adult Mental Health Initiative
From Mental Health First Aid For some, the start of the year is a prime opportunity to wipe the slate clean and set goals. For others, the thought of making New Year’s resolutions triggers a heavy eye roll. If you’re in the latter group, it’s OK and understandable! In a way, not making resolutions can be freeing. Why? […]
This month features: Movie & Popcorn: Boynton Beach Club LAC Meeting Games Diamond Art MH DISCUSSION GROUP Check out the calendar below for details. Great fun & helpful activities every week! The Drop-in Centers are for those 18 and older and want mental health support. If that is you, join us! Anytime from 10:00 am […]
This month features: Support Group* Learn to Knit a Scarf LAC Meeting Journal Making Potluck Pasta Bar See the calendar below for details. *Mental Health Support Group FREE support groups held by River Counseling. These will be an open conversation format. Miscellaneous games and crafts are always available! PLAY GAMES, CRIBBAGE, YAHTZEE, CARDS, DICE, WHITE […]
Wellness in the Woods has created inviting and engaging zoom meetings that promote mental wellness and community for people living with mental health challenges. Each meeting is hosted by a peer specialist with similar life experiences. There is something for everyone! Click on this link to learn more about Virtual Peer Support! You will […]
FREE PARENTING WORKSHOP WEAVING UNDERSTANDING SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 2026 PINE CITY, MN A hands-on, one-day workshop where we will create a cozy finger-crocheted blanket while learning practical strategies for supporting children with neurodivergence and mental illness. No experience necessary. REGISTER TODAY! Ascent Wellness Email jlarson Register by 1/15/26 Seating limited to 12 Flyer attachment, click […]
Free Online Workshop Offers Group Support for Caregivers of Veterans The holiday season can bring unique emotional challenges, especially for caregivers. This is an ideal time to join a Building Better Caregivers workshop. Building Better Caregivers is here to support you through the holidays and beyond. What you will get: Help to reduce stress and […]
Our Podcast Has Officially Launched! We’re excited to share that the first two episodes of the Wellness in the Woods Podcast are now live!Episode 1: Pilot — Welcome to the Wellness in the Woods PodcastAn introduction to who we are, why we’re here, and what you can expect from future conversations.Episode 2: Anxiety During the […]
This month features: Support Group* Beaded Keychains White elephant BINGO Medicare 101 CLOSED Christmas Day New Years Eve Holiday Potluck See the calendar below for details. *Mental Health Support Group FREE support groups held by River Counseling. These will be an open conversation format. Miscellaneous games and crafts are always available! PLAY GAMES, CRIBBAGE, YAHTZEE, […]
This month features: White Elephant Bingo LAC MEETING GAMES Christmas Party! (sign up – see the flyer below) Christmas Craft Yard Santa/Elf/Snowman Karaoke and New Year goals Check out the calendar below for details. Great fun & helpful activities every week! The Drop-in Centers are for those 18 and older and want mental health support. […]
Lakes & Pines Community Action Council, Inc. (Lakes & Pines) administers the Bridges Rental Assistance program for people with serious mental illness in Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs and Pine counties. To become part of the Bridges program you have to have a mental illness and you have to get a referral from a mental […]
Cambridge Family Pathways Pop-Up Food Distribution Tuesday, November 25, 2025 3:00pm-6:00pm Anoka-Ramsey Community College – Cambridge Campus 300 Spirit River Dr. S, Cambridge, MN 55008 ITEMS AVAILABLE Non-Perishables Meat Hygiene & Cleaning POP-UP OPEN TO AREA RESIDENTS Free Food Distribution Food will be distributed while supplies last, or until 6pm. Questions? Email Advancement@familypathways.org or call […]
This one day event will be held to help our community members and connect them with resources. Join us for a Day of Resources for Children, Adults, and Families! COMMUNITY DAY: RESOURCES IN PINE COUNTY NOV 19, 2025 9AM – 5PM HINCKLEY COMMUNITY CENTER 102 DUNN AVE HINCKLEY, MN 55037 This special event will bring […]
Community Naloxone Training Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 7:00pm The Bridge Outreach, 242 3rd Ave NW, Cambridge MN PREVENT AN OVERDOSE. SAVE A LIFE. At this training, you’ll learn: How to recognize an opioid overdose All about naloxone (NARCAN) About Steve’s Law (MN Good Samaritan and Naloxone Legislation) See a demo of naloxone administration Get […]
The next Chisago County Fix-It Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Rush City Community Center, which is located at 720 W 14th Street in Rush City. No pre-registration required. Carry-in size items only. First-come, first-served. Limit 2 items per household. Items accepted until 30 minutes […]
Sharing: Suicide Prevention Insights to Action Increasing capacity to use suicide prevention data in Minnesota Suicide Prevention Insights to Action is a quarterly publication developed by the Minnesota Department of Health Suicide Prevention Data Action Team. The goal is to improve individual, organization, and community capacity to use suicide-related data to identify high-risk groups, set […]
From Mayo Clinic You can support someone who is dealing with stress after a scary or painful event. This stress could be from an accident, abuse — such as verbal, physical, domestic or sexual — military combat or another type of trauma. If someone has strong stress symptoms in the first month after the event, […]
Good afternoon everyone! Thank you to those that were able to join us, in person for our October meeting. I always appreciate gathering face to face and sharing some delicious snacks! Click here to view October’s meeting minutes. For those that were unable to join in October or haven’t been able to join the PICK’M […]
This month features: LAC Meeting & GAMES Drop-in Center Closed Veteran’s Day November 11th Movie Theater Outing- must sign up Limited spots available Thanksgiving Potluck! Skills Group Check out the calendar below for details. Great fun & helpful activities every week! The Drop-in Centers are for those 18 and older and want mental health support. […]
This month features: Potluck Thanksgiving themed! Participants are welcome to bring a side with one side dish made as a group. Bingo Play traditional, four corners, coverall. Winner gets to pick a prize! Mental Health Support Group FREE support groups held bi-weekly by River Counseling. These will be an open conversation format. Miscellaneous games and […]
VIRTUAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP When: Tuesdays at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM starting September 2, 2025 Where: Virtual on Zoom https://zoom.us/j/4392751585?omn=92615445411 Adults who have lost loved ones are invited to gather weekly to share tears, hope, and compassion in a safe and supportive space. This is a free, drop in peer support group – open […]