SEWA - AIFW

01/30/2026

We are honored to be part of the AAPIs United is a Twin Cities–based collaborative hub connecting Asian American and Pacific Islander communities to support families during times of crisis. Working with trusted nonpartisan partners like Coalition of Asian American Leaders - CAAL , Future of Us , CAPI, MN8, and Transforming Generations the network provides access to food, housing, legal aid, mental health services, and more. Community connectioms help strengthen connection, advocacy, and small business support across MN. Learn more by visiting https://aapiunited.net/

01/27/2026

SAPNA- Our Hopes and Dreams

Today’s story features the dedicated individuals who have devoted their time, energy and care to the SAPNA program, bringing hope and joy to South Asian families in need of additional support for children with neurodivergent diagnoses. “We are not creating programs for the sake of creating programs. We are creating programs to help families and individuals. And when we find these points of connection where people really resonate with a program, and the impact that it’s having on families, then we are on this journey of understanding what it means to be neurodivergent in the South Asian community....

Today’s story features the dedicated individuals who have devoted their time, energy and care to the SAPNA program, bringing hope and joy to South Asian families in need of additional support for c…

01/21/2026

Join us for our upcoming Chai &Chat art-based therapy session happening this January 31st online from 2PM to 4PM. Neurographic doodling is a gentle, therapeutic drawing technique that combines psychology, mindfulness, and creative expression. It is also is a free‑flow drawing practice based on making organic, interconnected lines and shapes. The goal is not to create a “perfect” drawing—it’s to help your brain relax, rewire patterns, and express inner thoughts non‑verbally. Our own resident artist and psychotherapist Shradha Ahmed will guide this session.

Open to women and girls of all ages. You will just require some paper and pens/pencils/ crayons. More details will be given closer to the event. If you want to attend, register below. We will send you a zoom link closer to the day. Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/6qhxCmZzn3

01/14/2026

Join us for a free Health and vaccine Clinic on Sunday, January 18th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hindu Temple, 10530 Troy Ln N, Maple Grove, MN 55311.

Health Clinic: Take advantage of our free health screenings, including:

- Blood Pressure

- Blood Glucose Screening

- Physician Consultation

- Nutritional Consultation

Resources: Access our health resources, including:

- PPEs & Rapid Test Kits

- Medical Referrals

- SEWA-AIFW Program Resources

Important: No registration required, walk-ins only. Don't miss out on this opportunity to prioritize your health!

For more information, visit www.sewa-aifw.org or call 952-905-4640.

01/13/2026

In uncertain times, join a community wellness session offering trusted information, emotional support, and practical resources to help families respond safely and confidently during ICE enforcement.

Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=_1ppgqfoGky3RWvZaelQTXY0x5V9cXRArnyQ4X_ijvZUN0tQR0lOUEI0UVBCVFA2QjVHWUM1S1YzWS4u&route=shorturl

01/12/2026

Our SEWA-AIFW office will be closed from Monday, January 12 2026 to Friday, January 16 2026. However, our staff still will still be able to assist you virtually. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

12/15/2025

On December 7th at SEWA-AIFW, we proudly celebrated the incredible dedication and generosity of over 140 community members who consistently step up to volunteer and support us whenever help is needed. This special moment was a chance to recognize the time, effort, and heart our volunteers give to ensure our programs and events run smoothly and continue to serve our community. We are deeply grateful for your unwavering commitment, selflessness, and readiness to lend a helping hand as your support truly makes a lasting difference.

Thank you to our event sponsor India Spice House - Restaurant for their incredibly generous support and food donation that made the event possible.

Visit https://www.sewa-aifw.org/gallery for more photos!

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12/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our second round of sessions for A Matter of Balance where our seniors joined us to learn and practice safety practices to avoid falling. Minnesota ranks second in the nation for fall-related deaths among adults 65 and older, with numbers climbing faster than the U.S. average. We are honored to be able to provide such a service to our community to ensure their safety.

12/11/2025

Join us for a free health and resource clinic on Saturday, December 14th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sikh Society of Minnesota (Gurdwara), 9000 W Bloomington Fwy, Bloomington, MN 55431.

12/09/2025

We would love to graciously thank Shraddha Bika and Dr. Douglas Kennedy from the Partners4Pain Project for their informative Neck & Back Pain presentation which took place yesterday during our senior social! The Partners4Pain Project is also looking for volunteers for their research study!

Click here to learn more: https://www.partners4pain.org/people-with-pain/join-a-study

12/06/2025

Just 2 days to go!
Join us for a warm and joyful celebration honoring our incredible volunteers.

12/01/2025

Turn gratitude into action with one simple step. Take a moment to do something meaningful for YOU and YOUR COMMUNITY.
🕒 It only takes about 10 minutes. Start the survey now https://forms.gle/pcKXym4vFACtuqGF7

🩺South Asian Health Assessment Tool (SAHAT)
Your voice matters. By taking just a few minutes to complete the SAHAT survey, you’ll help us track changes in health trends, uncover ongoing challenges, and continue advocating for care that truly reflects our community’s needs.

Irrespective of your immigration status, you can take the survey, if you are 18 years or older, and have been living in Minnesota for a month or longer.

✅ Your responses are confidential and completely voluntary. You can opt out or withdraw at any time—no pressure, ever.
🎁 As a thank you, at the end of the survey you’ll have the chance to enter a raffle $50 Amazon gift card. We’re giving away 10 Amazon gift cards to survey participants—don’t miss your chance to win!

If you have any questions or need support while completing the survey, please reach out to Sayali at Sayali@Sewa-AIFW.org.
Thank you for sharing your input and helping us shape a healthier future for our community!

Now pass along this link to a friend or family member. Afterall, holidays are meant to be well with family and friends. 😍