Serving Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties, & the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
News & Events from the East Central Adult Mental Health Initiative
FREE MENTAL HEALTH CLASS CREATING CARING COMMUNITIES NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness) will be coming to the North Branch Drop-in Center and presenting on Creating Caring Communities, on January 28th at 11 am. This has been a topic of conversation at the Local Advisory Council, following discussion on personal experiences within our community. […]
Thank you to everyone who used their voice to help protect mental health care. NAMI Posted on January 15, 2026 Arlington, VA – After significant pushback by NAMI and a united mental health and substance use community, multiple sources confirmed late last night that the Administration will reverse unprecedented cuts made less than 24 hours earlier. The cuts, […]
Presentation on VA S.A.V.E. Training VA S.A.V.E. Training is a free, brief online or in-person course that will help you act with care and compassion if you come across a Veteran who is incrisis or having thoughts of suicide. All are welcome — veterans and non-veterans!
Credible Mind is the free online platform that brings together expert rated and vetted videos, podcasts, apps, online programs, books and articles all in one easy to use place. Confidential and available 24/7, with CredibleMind you can learn new skills, understand your own mental health, take a mental health assessment and browse our library of […]
Now that the holidays are behind us, we wanted to share information about our upcoming Rising Beyond Trauma Circle — a much-needed trauma group offering connection, support, and healing. Please feel free to share this with anyone who may benefit or feel called to join. RISING BEYOND TRAUMA CIRCLE “Rising Beyond Trauma Circle” is a […]
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? […]
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 […]
Lakes & Pines Community Action Council, Inc. (Lakes & Pines) administers the Bridges Rental Assistance program for people with a diagnosed 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Medicare 101 Presentation December 17th 2025 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Chisago County Drop-In Center 6500 Main St North Branch, MN 55056 Medicare can be complicated, but Minnesota Aging Pathways is here to help. Whether you’ve been on Medicare for a few years and just need a refresher, or you’re brand new to Medicare, Medicare […]
While breast cancer is a physical illness, it is one with significant mental health impact too. People with a breast cancer diagnosis during and after treatment may experience a wide range of feelings, such as anxiety, depression, sadness, anger, fear, and frustration. These feelings may be normal reactions to distressing life events and most of […]