Care Partners of Cook County

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Care Partners of Cook County Care Partners' mission is to support community members on the journey of aging and end-of-life.

Supportive Care on the Journey of Aging or Serious Illness:

Care Partners of Cook County provides vital support and services to help clients and their families address the transitions of aging, serious illness and end of life with safety, dignity, and confidence. Care Partners works in collaboration with the North Shore Health Care Foundation, Cook County North Shore Hospital, Sawtooth Mountain Clinic and other community service organizations.

The journey of Care Partners has followed a serendipitous course from its beginnings. Each of the many volunteers, staff...
10/13/2026

The journey of Care Partners has followed a serendipitous course from its beginnings. Each of the many volunteers, staff, board members, community leaders, clients, and organizational partners we’ve been privileged to encounter along the way have left their mark on this organization. As we have grown and evolved over the past 11-plus years (over 20 years since our conception), we have seen so much compassion poured into this community, as well as respect and care for our elders – the most “experienced” among us!

As nature ushers in a time of transition around us, Care Partners is also entering a new season which we trust will reflect the newness and creativity that flow so abundantly in this community. After 5 years at the helm of Care Partners, our Executive Director Julie Wilson will be moving on to serve the elders of our north shore community in a new capacity beginning in November. Julie has brought infectious enthusiasm, creativity, compassionate and effective leadership, a gift for establishing and strengthening community partnerships, and a huge heart to her work at Care Partners.

Angela Nelson, Care Partners Dementia Specialist / Care Coordinator, will serve as our Interim Executive Director until the position is permanently filled. Angela brings extensive knowledge and experience through her work across aging services, and she will be a great asset to our team and the community during this transition. We are grateful for her, for the commitment of our dedicated board, staff, and volunteers, and – as always - for the continued support of our incredible community.

Everyone is invited to stop by the Care Partners office on Monday, November 2nd between 10am and 3pm to enjoy light refreshments and join us in wishing Julie well on her new venture. Watch the Care Partners website and local media for an Executive Director job posting coming soon.

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10/08/2026

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Here are the events and activities for October - Care Partners of Cook County - October 6, 2026

What an extraordinary day at our Caregiver Retreat today! The weather was perfect, as was the spirit! What a cherished e...
09/30/2026

What an extraordinary day at our Caregiver Retreat today! The weather was perfect, as was the spirit! What a cherished event each year! Special thank you to the Grand Marais Lions Club for partially funding this event. And to our hosts… Rochelle and team at Skyport Lodge & Raven Rock Grill and our breakout station hosts… Al Trippel and Dorothy Broomall - rocks from the shore… Ann Russ and her musical instruments helping us to recognize and sing along with the birds, to Barbara Platnick for breathing tools… and Allysen Healy for soothing watercolors. It was such a lovely day! Thank you volunteers and staff💙

Wednesday, 9/30 is our Annual Caregiver Retreat and our office will be closed to spoil Caregivers!  A big thank you to S...
09/29/2026

Wednesday, 9/30 is our Annual Caregiver Retreat and our office will be closed to spoil Caregivers! A big thank you to Skyport Lodge & Raven Rock Grill for hosting us and to Grand Marais Lions Club and Arrowhead Area Agency on Aging Title IIIE funds for funding this special event!

Another opportunity for Advance Directive workshop!
09/28/2026

Another opportunity for Advance Directive workshop!

📋Join Justice North and Care Partners of Cook County TOMORROW at The Hub in Grand Marais for a FREE Advance Planning Community Workshop!

Have you been putting off creating your healthcare directive or power of attorney? Now's your chance to get it done with expert help!

Join us for a free Get Your Ducks in a Row workshop in Grand Marais, where you'll receive personal guidance on completing your advance planning documents — and walk out with them finished.

📅 Tuesday, September 29, 2026
🕑 2:30 – 4:30 PM
📍 The Hub, 10 Broadway Ave, Grand Marais, MN 56604

Led by elder law experts from Justice North, this workshop covers healthcare directives, power of attorney, and other essential planning documents. All forms provided. Space is limited — registration is required.

🔗 Register at: https://bit.ly/DucksGrandMarais

Can't make it to Grand Marais? Workshops are also coming to Hibbing, International Falls, and Duluth! Visit https://ducksinarowmn.org to see the full schedule and access free webinars, downloadable resources, and information on advance planning for all ages.

Advance planning is one of the most meaningful things you can do for yourself and the people you love. Please share with your friends and family in the area!

Wow! $1,920 was raised for Care Partners by the amazing Viking Volleyball team on Monday night!!! This will make a big i...
09/24/2026

Wow! $1,920 was raised for Care Partners by the amazing Viking Volleyball team on Monday night!!! This will make a big impact! Their hearts and enthusiasm is infectious! And thank you community for supporting their efforts!!! Spike out Cancer!!! 🩷🩷

Care Partners will be there! Stop by!
09/23/2026

Care Partners will be there! Stop by!

North Shore Health and various community organizations to provide older adults with information, resources and screenings designed to help prevent falls and support safe, independent living at home - NSH - September 23, 2026

There's still room to attend our upcoming FREE Lunch & Learn class - "Supporting Independence for Those with Dementia." ...
09/22/2026

There's still room to attend our upcoming FREE Lunch & Learn class - "Supporting Independence for Those with Dementia." Jenna Pogorels from the Alzheimer’s Association will give us tips for helping our friends, neighbors and family members living with memory loss participate in daily activities, balancing safety and independence. Attend in person and enjoy a light lunch or join us via Zoom! Register here: https://cche.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/cche/event.jsp?event=1173.

Address

PO Box 282, 615 E Highway 61
Grand Marais, MN
55604

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

(218) 387-3788

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