St. Patrick’s Day Bingo

Mental Health Drop-in Center St. Patrick’s Day Bingo March 19th 2026 @ 10:30 AM Common Ground Church COME WEARING YOUR BEST GREEN OUTFIT PAINTING CRAFTS WILL BE AVAILABLE Flyer attached below: St Patty Day Bingo Flyer.pdf

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Tom London Memorial Walk 2026

Tom London Memorial Walk 2026 Join us for an afternoon of connection, community, and remembrance — honoring Tom’s legacy and supporting peer-led mental health and substance use recovery programs across Minnesota. No ticket or formal registration is required. Simply join us in person — and if you’d like to support the walk, you can donate […]

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Program to Strengthen Social Services Across Minnesota and North Dakota

Good news! The community and people looking for help in Pine or Isanti counties can go to SAHelp.com to apply for assistance. This is a big thing that should really help with processing applications and getting help to people faster. Salvation Army Launches “SAHelp” [ROSEVILLE, Minn.] – The Salvation Army Northern Division is proud to […]

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Making the right move after a loss

Join us for this virtual event. Home is Where the Health Is: Making the Right Move After a Loss March 16, 2026 9:30 am – 11:00 am After the loss of a spouse or partner, making decisions about your home can feel overwhelming. This webinar helps you pause, reflect, and explore what is best for […]

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East Central MN Pride- Silver Social Feb 15 2026

3rd Annual SILVER SOCIAL Sunday, February 15, 2026 • 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Braham Event Center • Pie walk • Live music • Local vendors • Pie social • Drag bingo • Pizza & Salad Lunch FREE AND OPEN TO ALL! Featured Speaker: Natalie Matthewson, Central MN Council on Aging “The Grace of Becoming: Reimagining How […]

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East Central Regional Listening Session – March 24, 2026

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A REGIONAL LISTENING SESSION IN YOUR AREA! The Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Unit of the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), in collaboration with the Minnesota Suicide Prevention Taskforce, is inviting community members to help shape the next Minnesota State Suicide Prevention Plan. This plan helps guide the priorities and strategies […]

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Pine February 2026 Drop-in Calendar

This month features: Balloon painting LAC Meeting Games Mental Health Discussion Group Mental Health Bag Assembly 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 – […]

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Chisago February 2026 Drop-in Calendar

This month features: Support Group* Valentine’s craft Valentine’s party & movie BINGO Potluck: taco 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 ELEPHANT BINGO, […]

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Rising Beyond Trauma Registration Ends January 30!

This is a final reminder that registration for our Rising Beyond Trauma Circle ends Friday. This valuable group is only offered twice per year. Participants learn how trauma impacts the brain and body, along with practical coping skills—all in a supportive setting. No trauma stories are shared. Rising beyond trauma circle is a nine week […]

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Treating Psychosis February 6, 2026

Learn from U of M associate professor and clinician and supervisor Dr. Meyer-Kalos PhD, LP practical ways to spot and treat psychosis. $50Learn from U of M associate professor and clinician and supervisor Dr. Meyer-Kalos PhD, LP practical ways to spot and treat psychosis. $50 Training and objectives: Differentiate between various psychotic symptoms, e.g., hallucinations, […]

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Rising Beyond Trauma Circle

We are reaching out to let you know that we currently have openings in our Rising Beyond Trauma Circle. This group is designed to help attendees: Understand the psychological and physical impact of trauma Connect with others in a supportive environment Learn practical coping strategies Please note, there is no sharing of personal trauma histories […]

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Immediate Mental Health Therapy Openings

My name is Dawn and I own A New Dawn Mental Health, Inc. I wanted to connect introduce myself and our company. We provide mental health therapy and wanted to extend our services to your clients as needed. Please keep us in mind for virtual mental health therapy for clients that may benefit from this […]

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Free training on recent updates to Minnesota Diagnostic Assessment Criteria

Minnesota Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Behavioral Health Administration announces the upcoming free training “MN Diagnostic Assessment Updates 2023-2025: Incorporating assessment of substance use, including commercial tobacco” hosted by the Lung Mind Alliance. Presenters include DHS staff and a community mental health provider. Purpose: This training updates mental health providers on changes to diagnostic assessment […]

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Creating Caring Communities

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. […]

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NAMI Applauds Swift Reversal of Devastating Mental Health Cuts

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, […]

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CredibleMind Launch!

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 […]

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Rising Beyond Trauma Circle – Upcoming Group

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 […]

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New Year, Same You — and That’s OK!

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? […]

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Pine January 2026 Drop-in Calendar

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 […]

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