Aitkin County CARE, Inc.

09/25/2025

The Age Well, Age Strong Conference & Resource Fair was held on Wednesday, September 17th at the 40 Club Convention Center in Aitkin, MN with 157 people attending! Thank you to the attendees, entertainer, presenters, sponsors, vendors and venue staff. What a great day to celebrate your age!

09/25/2025

The first MEDICARE session is full! Due to popular demand, we’re opening a second CARE Brunch & Learn at 11:00 AM on Thursday, October 3rd in our Conference Room located at the Birchstreet Center at 20 Third Street NE, Aitkin, MN.
👉 Registration is required
👉 Limited to 10 participants
Reserve your spot today!
Call Kim at 218-927-1383 ext. 2.

09/24/2025

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative. Whether you provide care for a spouse, partner, parent, friend, or a child with special needs; at home or in a care facility, whether down the block or miles away, yours is an important role. This course is for family caregivers like you!

This six-week class series gives you the confidence and support to better care for your loved one – and yourself. In the class, caregivers receive educational materials, support from other caregivers who can relate to what you are going through and new friendships. A light lunch will be served AT EACH SESSION.

Class Information:
-The classes are on Mondays, October 13th, 20th & 27th AND November 3rd, 10th & 17th.
-Coffee time starts at 10:30 and classes are from 11 am to 12:30 pm.
-The location is the Birchstreet Center located at 20 Third Street NE, Aitkin.
-The class registration fee is $45. Registration is required.
-The class size is limited to 10 people so register today.
-The class facilitators are Amy M. Wyant and Kim Nutting from Aitkin County CARE, Inc.
-To reserve your place, please call Kim Nutting at 218-927-1383 ext. 2.

09/23/2025

CARE presents a FREE Brunch & Learn event on Thursday, October 2nd beginning at 9 am. You MUST register!!!! There are only 8 spots remaining. MEDICARE! Call Kim right now to reserve your spot. 218-927-1383 ext. 2.

09/22/2025

Hey 55+ and older community members!
FREE events coming up! JOIN US!
EDUCATIONAL: This Wednesday [Sept. 24th] in Aitkin!
MUSICAL: Next Monday [Sept. 29th] in Hill City!
Join Ann from CARE for the fun AND learn about our NEW SERVICE: Advanced Care Planning!
CARE is partnering with Aitkin County Public Health and Musicians Mike & Jan Cherry!

09/18/2025

Here we go! CARE's first BlueRide. Pictured: Anne Nielsen, Tour Director [aka driver] and Athena Dunham, Program Director of Transportation Services. Go Trixie Go!

09/15/2025

09/11/2025

"Let's Talk About Up North" CARE Fact Sheet #2

09/09/2025

"Let's Talk About Trixie!" CARE Fact Sheet #1.

09/08/2025

Did you know that CARE is a contracted provider with BluePlus of Minnesota? Call BlueRide!

TRANSPORTATION SOLUTION: Are you an older adult who needs a ride to a medical appointment, to go shopping or to go to a social event? If you travel by wheelchair, we have you covered! Call CARE!

09/03/2025

Introducing CARE’s Non-Emergency Medical and Special Age Well & Age Strong PRIVATE PAY Transportation Service for Aitkin County Residents

Looking for safe, reliable, and friendly transportation? CARE has you covered!

📧 To request detailed information, email athenaprogramdirector@gmail.com

📞 Ready to schedule your ride? Call Athena at 218-927-1383 ext. 4 — she’ll guide you through the process.

✅ Our “Tour Directors” (drivers) are qualified, trustworthy, and always fun & friendly.
✅ All vehicles have passed the MN Department of Transportation Special Transportation Services Inspection.
✅ You can count on us — “Where Every Mile is Filled with CARE.”

👉 CARE is also a BlueRide provider for BlueCross BlueShield. For those rides, please book directly through BlueRide.

09/02/2025

19 tickets left!
DEADLINE TO BUY YOUR TICKET: This Thursday at noon.
🎟️ Tickets are only $15 per person.
📞 Call Kim RIGHT NOW at 218-927-1383 ext. 2

The Age Well, Age Strong Conference & Resource Fair is almost sold out!

👉 You MUST have a ticket to attend—NO tickets will be sold at the door.

Conference Educational Sessions! Own Your Age Photo Booth! 32+ Vendors!

Plated lunch during our Healthy Brain, Vibrant Life Lunch Seminar.
🍴 Lunch Menu Includes:
6 oz. baked chicken breast
Ancient grain blend (quinoa, brown rice & kale)
Steamed green beans
Arugula salad with cucumber, walnuts & raspberry vinaigrette
Whole grain dinner roll with butter

🎉 Door Prizes!
One lucky winner will receive a free hotel night at Grand Casino (Sun–Thurs) plus $50 in food credit and $25 Grand Play or a $50 gift card to Midwest Machinery Co. in Aitkin!

🎟️ Tickets are only $15 per person.
📞 Call Kim at 218-927-1383 ext. 2 or purchase online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/age-well-age-strong-conference-and-resource-fair-tickets-1497237711299?aff=oddtdtcreator