Northwoods Caregivers

Northwoods Caregivers Connecting, Enriching, and Empowering the Lives of Northwoods Individuals and Families.

The idea of Northwoods Interfaith was introduced to the area after three separate surveys identified a gap in services to the elderly and people with special needs. The Bemidji Area Council of Nonprofits was asked to become the lead agency on this new program's development and in 1997, a meeting of area congregations, interested residents, and human service agencies was held to research community

response to the project. The group then assigned a steering committee to carry out the necessary work, and in July of 1998, a full time Executive Director was hired. Since then, the program has grown to include more staff and has provided more than 10,000 hours of direct service each year. Funding for Northwoods Caregivers provided by:

Minnesota Board on Aging
Bremer Foundation
United Way of the Bemidji Area
MN DHS Live well at Home Grant
MCT
Radiothon to End Child Abuse
Northwest Minnesota Foundation
Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging
Member Congregations

Bemidji
Calvary Lutheran
People's Church
United Methodist
First Presbyterian
St. Philips Catholic
First Lutheran
New Salem Lutheran
Evangelical Covenant
St. Bartholomew's
Aardahl Lutheran
Faith Lutheran & First Presbyterian of Blackduck
Zion Lutheran & Evangelical Free - Kelliher, Northome, Mizpah & Waskish
Our Saviors Lutheran
Bethlehem Lutheran
Hope Lutheran
Bethesda Lutheran in Laporte
Malvik Lutheran
Trinity Lutheran

06/15/2026

The Cass Lake Caregiver support group will be meeting today June 15th instead of tomorrow.

Questions? Call 218-333-8264
Northwoods Caregivers

🌲 We’re Hiring in Bagley! 🌲Northwoods Caregivers is looking for compassionate, reliable people to join our Respite Care ...
06/08/2026

🌲 We’re Hiring in Bagley! 🌲
Northwoods Caregivers is looking for compassionate, reliable people to join our Respite Care team in the Bagley area. If you love helping others and want to make a meaningful difference for local families, this could be the perfect fit.
As a Respite Care Provider, you’ll offer companionship, support daily routines, and give caregivers a much‑needed break — all while building meaningful connections with those you serve.

✨ Flexible hours
✨ Paid training
✨ Supportive team
✨ Make a real impact in your community
✨ Independent Contractor at $20/hour

Interested or know someone who might be?
📞 Call 218‑333‑8262
📧 Email [email protected]
Help us support caregivers and strengthen our community — one family at a time. 💚
Northwoods Caregivers

Discover compassionate caregiving at Northwoods, where our diverse team provides essential services like respite care, transportation, shopping assistance, and more. Partner with us for dedicated support tailored to you and your family's needs.

🌲 We’re Hiring in Blackduck! 🌲Northwoods Caregivers is looking for compassionate, reliable people to join our Respite Ca...
06/08/2026

🌲 We’re Hiring in Blackduck! 🌲
Northwoods Caregivers is looking for compassionate, reliable people to join our Respite Care team in the Blackduck area. If you love helping others and want to make a meaningful difference for local families, this could be the perfect fit.

As a Respite Care Provider, you’ll offer companionship, support daily routines, and give caregivers a much‑needed break — all while building meaningful connections with those you serve.

✨ Flexible hours
✨ Paid training
✨ Supportive team
✨ Make a real impact in your community
✨ Independent Contractor at $20/hour

Interested or know someone who might be?
📞 Call 218‑333‑8262
📧 Email [email protected]

Help us support caregivers and strengthen our community — one family at a time. 💚

Northwoods Caregivers

Discover compassionate caregiving at Northwoods, where our diverse team provides essential services like respite care, transportation, shopping assistance, and more. Partner with us for dedicated support tailored to you and your family's needs.

Check out this resource from A Place for Mom
06/08/2026

Check out this resource from A Place for Mom

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🌼 Memory Café & Respite — This Saturday! 🌼Take a little time for yourself while your loved one enjoys a safe, supportive...
06/04/2026

🌼 Memory Café & Respite — This Saturday! 🌼
Take a little time for yourself while your loved one enjoys a safe, supportive, and engaging morning at Adult Day Services Bemidji

Caregivers are welcome to drop off their loved one for trained-staff respite or stay and join in the Memory Café — a space filled with conversation, activities, and connection for those experiencing memory changes and their caregivers.

🗓 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 Adult Day Services, 620 Carr Lake Rd SE, Bemidji
🥪 Coffee and Donuts will be available for all attendees

We’re looking forward to spending the morning with you.
Questions or planning to attend? Call 218-333-8264.

💜 Join Us for “A Walk Down Memory Lane” — Thursday, May 28th!Northwoods Caregivers invites you to come together for an a...
05/19/2026

💜 Join Us for “A Walk Down Memory Lane” — Thursday, May 28th!

Northwoods Caregivers invites you to come together for an afternoon of connection, remembrance, and support as we raise awareness for Alzheimer’s and Dementia in our community.

📅 Thursday, May 28, 2026
🕐 1:00–3:00pm
📍 Beltrami County Green Space
616 America Ave NW, Bemidji

Take a peaceful walk, share stories, honor loved ones, and stand with families affected by memory loss. Whether you’ve been personally touched by Alzheimer’s or simply want to show your support, your presence makes a difference.

✨ Light refreshments will be provided.
✨ All ages welcome.

For questions, call 218-333-8264.

Let’s walk together in hope, awareness, and community. 💜

🌼 Join Us for Our Upcoming Memory Café & Respite Events! 🌼Bring your loved one to our Memory Café & Respite events on Sa...
05/08/2026

🌼 Join Us for Our Upcoming Memory Café & Respite Events! 🌼

Bring your loved one to our Memory Café & Respite events on Saturday, May 16 and Saturday, June 6, from 9–11 a.m. at Adult Day Services (620 Carr Lake Rd SE, Bemidji).

Whether you choose to stay and enjoy the Memory Café together or take some well‑earned time for yourself, our trained Northwoods Caregivers staff will provide safe, supportive respite and meaningful companionship. A light lunch is included for all attendees.

📞 To attend, please call 218‑333‑8264.
We look forward to spending the morning with you.

☎️A Reminder About the 211 Helpline: United Way 211 is a dedicated three-digit helpline that individuals and families in...
04/29/2026

☎️A Reminder About the 211 Helpline:

United Way 211 is a dedicated three-digit helpline that individuals and families in Minnesota can call to access free and confidential information about health and human services. The 211 call centers operate 24/7 and are staffed by trained Community Resource Specialists who quickly assess callers’ needs and connect them with the appropriate support and resources.
United Way of Bemidji Area

Find health and human service, including basic needs, for Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the Greater Twin Cities area.

🌿 Powerful Tools for Caregivers — Register NOW! 🌿Are you caring for a friend or family member? You don’t have to do it a...
04/27/2026

🌿 Powerful Tools for Caregivers — Register NOW! 🌿

Are you caring for a friend or family member? You don’t have to do it alone. Join us for a three‑session Powerful Tools for Caregivers class designed to help you reduce stress, build confidence, communicate more effectively, and find the resources that make caregiving easier. Each participant receives a Caregiver Help book.

📍 Bemidji Senior Center: 216 3rd St NW, Bemidji
📅 May 5, 12 & 20
⏰ 9:00am–12:00pm

This class is facilitated by Northwoods Caregivers staff and supported by our state and regional partners.

📞 Register by April 28: Call 218‑333‑8264

Give yourself the tools you need to thrive while caring for someone you love.

What an incredible two days at the Honoring Elder Wisdom Conference. Miigwech to everyone who joined us in Walker to lea...
04/23/2026

What an incredible two days at the Honoring Elder Wisdom Conference. Miigwech to everyone who joined us in Walker to learn, connect, and celebrate the knowledge and strength our elders bring to our communities. Your presence helped create a truly meaningful gathering.

As you look through these photos, we hope you feel the same sense of community, culture, and shared purpose that filled each room. From powerful presentations and thoughtful conversations to moments of reflection, laughter, and learning.

We extend our deepest gratitude to our speakers and presenters, who shared their expertise, stories, and cultural perspectives with such generosity. Each session added depth and understanding to the work we all do to support elders, caregivers, and community health.

Northwoods Caregivers extends a heartfelt thank‑you to our partners and sponsors for making this event possible:
ACT on Alzheimer’s Giiwedinong Northland, Alzheimer's Association, Sanford Health , Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team-CERDAR , Central MN Council on Aging , Minnesota Board on Aging , Red Lake Nation, Prairie Island, and Shakopee Mdewakanton.
Your support strengthens the work happening across our region.

And to our dedicated Planning Committee — thank you for your leadership, time, and vision.

Thank you all for helping create a space where elder wisdom was honored, community voices were uplifted, and meaningful connections were made. We are grateful to walk alongside you in this work.

Address

616 America Avenue, Suite 110
Bemidji, MN
56601

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12183338264

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