Elder Network

Elder Network Elder Network is a non-profit organization serving those 55 and older and their caregivers in Olmsted, Winona and Wabasha counties since 1988.

Elder Network has been successful in assisting seniors to improve and enhance their quality of life; returning the feeling of meaningfulness and contentment. Elder Network is a great asset to our community, and is proud and honored to serve seniors – helping them live with dignity. Elder Network is a non-profit organization that has helped older adults remain in their home of since 1988.

There is an upcoming workshop for caregivers called, “Powerful Tools for Caregivers.” This six-week workshop offers care...
06/02/2026

There is an upcoming workshop for caregivers called, “Powerful Tools for Caregivers.” This six-week workshop offers caregivers support in a small class of their peers-other older adult caregivers who are also seeking encouragement, advice, best practice ideas, and more. You can join our upcoming workshop, starting on July 1st, 2026, at Three Rivers Community Action in Zumbrota. If you would like to register, please call 507-285-5272 today! Learn more on our website: https://www.elder-network.org/events/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/.

Happy Intergenerational Day! We can work with younger volunteers to fill a variety of roles, though those 18 and older a...
06/01/2026

Happy Intergenerational Day! We can work with younger volunteers to fill a variety of roles, though those 18 and older are eligible for background clearances to volunteer independently with older adults. We have worked with families in our Friendly Visitor program, and to help fulfill other needs for our ongoing programs and services. If you are looking for a place to learn more and volunteer, please reach out to us at 507-285-5272 to see how we can work together. Check-out our website for volunteer roles and descriptions: https://www.elder-network.org/volunteer/.

Caregiver Support: Are you caring for a spouse, parent, adult child, or friend? Whether caring locally or long-distance,...
05/31/2026

Caregiver Support: Are you caring for a spouse, parent, adult child, or friend? Whether caring locally or long-distance, we can get you connected to an online caregiver tool, TruAlta. This online MN Caregiving Portal, provides FREE online educational resources to help caregivers like you! It offers tools to:
1. Develop essential skills
2. Learn about health issues
3. Manage care for your care receiver
4. Use tips for taking care of yourself
Please contact Holly for more information 507-285-5272. Elder Network has a variety of caregiver program options that can help. https://www.elder-network.org/what-we-do/support-groups-and-caregiver-support/

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a workshop that provides you with six 1.5 hour sessions of meeting with other caregiver...
05/30/2026

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a workshop that provides you with six 1.5 hour sessions of meeting with other caregivers to work and learn together how to improve self care and provide improved care for an older adult. Contact us to learn more about upcoming workshops. Call 507-285-5272 to learn more, or check out our website: https://www.elder-network.org/calendar/

National Heritage Month - What is the significance of May 10th in AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) history? Answer...
05/29/2026

National Heritage Month - What is the significance of May 10th in AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) history? Answer: May 10th is the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad, which was built by Chinese laborers. The railroad was completed in 1869 and helped to open up the West to settlement and development.
Learn more about these Chinese laborers and their part in completing the transcontinental railroad here: https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/films/tcrr/
Looking for more to do this month? Check out our calendar: https://www.elder-network.org/calendar/

Are you looking for a place to meet others seeking wellness? Have you considered 125Live? Check out their website to lea...
05/29/2026

Are you looking for a place to meet others seeking wellness? Have you considered 125Live? Check out their website to learn more about this resource for your daily exercise, and much more! Caregivers and older adults can become members-even grandchildren (18 years and older): https://125livemn.org/. Looking for upcoming events? Check out the Elder Network calendar for current happenings, groups, workshops, etc. https://www.elder-network.org/calendar/

Today is National Senior Health and Fitness Day. If you are looking for a flexible walking opportunity, where you can ru...
05/27/2026

Today is National Senior Health and Fitness Day. If you are looking for a flexible walking opportunity, where you can run, walk, electric scooter, roller blade, bicycle, walk your dog, wheel chair, etc. you can save the date for June 29th, Monday, when we hold our Terra Loco $5 5k Run/Walk/Roll event. All proceeds go to Elder Network. This is a cash event, and registration is on the day of, at Terra Loco in Rochester, MN. The event runs from 5:30pm-7pm, and we have a rolling start, from 5:30-6:15pm-allowing you to register at the time that you need to, in order to complete the full 5k or the portion that you are able to. Please call 507-285-5272 to learn more. You can also check out our website to learn more about this and upcoming events, on the Elder Network calendar: https://www.elder-network.org/events/5k-run-walk-roll/.

May is Older Americans Month. What is a piece of wisdom you would like to share with younger generations? What is someth...
05/26/2026

May is Older Americans Month. What is a piece of wisdom you would like to share with younger generations? What is something you need advice on from the older generations? Share in the comments below. https://www.elder-network.org/

Happy Memorial Day! In honor of this holiday, our office is closed today. We will be returning to the office on Tuesday,...
05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day! In honor of this holiday, our office is closed today. We will be returning to the office on Tuesday, May 26th, at 9am. https://www.elder-network.org/

Address

1130 1/2 7th Street NW Suite 205
Rochester, MN
55901

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+15072855272

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