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Services

To refer someone for services, contact Dianne Feltham at 612.746.0732 or dfeltham@littlebrothersmn.org.

Companionship Services

Our Companionship Services support vulnerable older adults living by helping them strengthen their formal and informal support networks, reduce their social isolation and increase their independence. LBFE staff members provide in-home visits and phone calls, act as advocates, make referrals to other services, and help these older adults solve problems. Program staff members may also utilize Visiting Volunteers who can offer friendship to these older adults, help reconnect them to their community, and enhance their personal independence.

Learn more about Companionship Services.

Our Friendship and Flowers Services are designed to relieve isolation and loneliness of older adults by promoting companionship, friendship, and wellness. Friendship and Flowers Volunteers make visits once per month, and typically bring flowers, treats, and friendly conversation to those they visit. Other methods of engagement during the month may include phone calls, letters or other types of meaningful contact. Friendship and Flowers visits currently happen on the third Saturday of each month.

Learn more about Friendship and Flowers.

Elder Support and Advocacy

Our newest initiative, Elder Support and Advocacy, offers elders the highest level of companionship on our continuum of care. ESA supports elders who are experiencing transitions related to aging, requiring more frequent contact and greater intensity of services. Elder participants receive weekly visits by trained Elder Support and Advocacy Volunteers, who help with goal-planning and assistance with grief and loss, role changes, health issues, loneliness and other concerns.

Learn more about Elder Support and Advocacy.

Social Activities and Groups

Seniors can find connectedness with peers and volunteers while enjoying activities and outings, hosted by LBFE. Activities include birthday lunches, knit and crochet groups, bingo, holiday meals, intergenerational programs and more.

Learn more about Social Activities.

Other offerings include:

Transportation

LBFE participants may request transportation to medical appointments, the grocery store, and on other errands. In addition, many on-call volunteer drivers take participants to social events and gatherings, and visiting volunteers help take them on errands and appointments.

Spiritual Health

Annually, LBFE partners with the Benedictine Center, St. Paul Monastery, to hold “Days of Reflection.” This is an opportunity for participants and volunteers to discover the connections between health, one’s life experiences, and spirituality. It is a time for learning, reflection and renewal. Recent topics include: “With the Gospel as Our Guide: Benedict on Relationships,” “Pieces of Our Lives: Art and Personal Story,” “Cinema: Faithful Love,” and “Poems and the Meaning of Life.”

In addition, every quarter throughout the year, LBFE staff, volunteers, and participants gather to remember those who have recently passed away. This is a wonderful opportunity to share stories, photos, and memories of those who have touched our lives and to renew our spirits with hope.