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

Save the date!Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a no cost evidence based class that focuses on the caregiver. This class ...
01/26/2026

Save the date!
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a no cost evidence based class that focuses on the caregiver. This class will give you the tools to help reduce stress, improve self-confidence, locate helpful resources, and more!
This 3 week class meets for 3 hours on Tuesdays March 3rd, 10th, and 17th in Walker. Location and class time TBD.
This class is offered at no cost to caregivers in Cass County.
*Limited spots available* To register, call Earlene at 218-333-8261

01/23/2026

LPNs or RNs Needed – Part-Time
Northwoods Caregivers is seeking part-time Independent Contractor LPNs and RNs for our Homecare program in the Baudette area. Our agency has provided quality care for more than 25 years, and we invite you to join our team.
Requirements:
• Current RN or LPN license in good standing
• Ability to pass multiple criminal background studies
• Home care experience preferred, not required
• Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation
Position Details:
• Flexible hours — create your own schedule
• Starting RN wage: $32/hour
• Service areas include Baudette, Williams, & Waskish with office in Bemidji.
• $1,000 RN sign-on bonus
• Independent Contractor roles available for LPNs and RNs
– 5–25 hours per week
– AFLAC benefits
For More Information or to Apply:
Contact Cindi or Denise at 218-333-8264 or 218-333-8204.
Send resumes by fax to 218-333-8263 or email:
cindi.jernigan@co.beltrami.mn.us
denise.smid@co.beltrami.mn.us

01/23/2026

Northwoods Caregivers office may not be fully staffed during our office hours due to weather conditions on friday January 23rd. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Stay warm! ☃️

Northwoods Caregivers' office will be closed Monday January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day. Our office ...
01/16/2026

Northwoods Caregivers' office will be closed Monday January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day. Our office will reopen Tuesday at 9:00am. Have a great weekend!

01/05/2026

61% of caregivers provide care with Activities of Daily Living

20% of these caregivers find providing these cares difficult - especially when the person they are caregiving for has dementia.

31% find coordinating care to be difficult

63% of caregivers want information on at least one aspect of caregiving

36% report high emotional stress

Caregiver Consultation can address these areas of need and more. Call our office today to find out more.
218-333-8264

12/29/2025

Northwoods Caregivers invites caregivers to experience the powerful and eye-opening Virtual Dementia Tour on Monday, December 29th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Cass Lake IHS, 425 7th St NW, Cass Lake, MN.
This hands-on experience is designed to deepen understanding of the physical and cognitive challenges faced by those living with dementia. Participants will be guided through a simulated environment that mirrors the sensory and processing changes common in dementia, offering a rare opportunity to “walk in their shoes.”
Space is limited. To reserve your spot, please contact Earlene Buffalo at 218-333-8261.
This event is proudly hosted by Northwoods Caregivers and sponsored in part by the Minnesota Board on Aging, Minnesota Live Well at Home, and the Central MN Council on Aging.

Northwoods Caregivers office will be closed for winter break starting December 22nd, and we will reopen January 5th. We ...
12/18/2025

Northwoods Caregivers office will be closed for winter break starting December 22nd, and we will reopen January 5th. We will see you all next year!

We may have dressed up for Halloween, but now we’re decking the halls. Wishing you joy from one season to the next!
12/17/2025

We may have dressed up for Halloween, but now we’re decking the halls. Wishing you joy from one season to the next!

Holiday treat sale going on now in the lobby at 616 America Ave NW! We accept cash, checks, cards, and mobile pay. Every...
12/11/2025

Holiday treat sale going on now in the lobby at 616 America Ave NW!
We accept cash, checks, cards, and mobile pay. Every purchase directly supports our first city visitation and safe exchange program.

Holiday treat sale this Thursday and Friday at 616 America Ave!

Holiday treat sale this Thursday and Friday at 616 America Ave!
12/09/2025

Holiday treat sale this Thursday and Friday at 616 America Ave!

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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