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SUMMARY:Hospice Care Speaker July 29
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to offer residents\, families\, staff and the community the opportunity to join us for a free speaker series focused on seniors. Our upcoming topic is hospice—and how loved ones can get the support they need and provide care to their loved ones. \nSpeaker: Patty Zenz\nCare Transition Coordinator\nSt. Croix Hospice \nThis is a free CEU for social workers. Refreshments will be served. \nAL and IL residents and their families are welcome to join. Social Workers in the community are also welcome. \nQuestions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406\nNO RSVP needed \n  \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/hospice-care-speaker-july-29/
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SUMMARY:Senior Day at the Anoka County Fair!
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to be at the Anoka County Fair! We sponsor a FREE lunch for seniors (ages 65 and older) and lots of free give-aways! \nDate: Wednesday\, July 23 \nTime: Gate admission is open daily at 8:00 AM \nLocation:  Anoka County Fairgrounds \nQuestions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406 \n  \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/senior-day-at-the-anoka-county-fair/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250719T090000
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SUMMARY:Raspberry Festival\, July 19
DESCRIPTION:Come see us at Downtown Hopkins for the Raspberry Festival on Saturday\, July 19 \nSaturday\, July 19\, 9 am – 4 pm \nJoin us for a “BERRY” good time in Downtown Hopkins! The Raspberry Festival is a fun event with many vendors and lots to see and do.\nWe hope you stop by to say hello! and for give-aways! Ask us about our warmly\, friendly community offering Assisted Living & Memory Care in Hopkins/Minnetonka area. \nFor more information\, contact Yvonne at: ycariveau@voa.org or 952.283.2626 \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/raspberry-festival-july-19/
LOCATION:Elder Homestead\, 11400 4th Street N\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55343
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250716T143000
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SUMMARY:Raspberry Festival\, Senior Day July 16
DESCRIPTION:Come see us at Downtown Hopkins for the Raspberry Festival for Senior Day\, July 16. \nWednesday\, July 16 from 1-2:30 pm  \nJoin us for a “BERRY” good time in Downtown Hopkins! The Raspberry Festival is a fun event with many vendors and lots to see and do.\nWe hope you stop by to say hello and for free give-aways! Ask us about our warmly\, friendly community offering Assisted Living & Memory Care in Hopkins/Minnetonka area. \nFor more information\, contact Yvonne at: ycariveau@voa.org or 952.283.2626 \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/raspberry-festival-senior-day-july-16/
LOCATION:Elder Homestead\, 11400 4th Street N\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55343
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250517T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133144
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T203857Z
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SUMMARY:Spring has Sprung! Open House!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a complimentary brunch and tour of our beautiful assisted living and memory support community! \nWe are thrilled to invite you to our delightfully spacious\, well-appointed Anoka campus. Our updated dining rooms\, amazing patio\, and compassionate staff will make you feel right at home. Easy access off Hwys 169 & 10. \nDate: Saturday\, May 17 \nTime: 9-11 am \nLocation: The Homestead at Anoka\, Assisted Living entrance at: 3002 4th Avenue\, Anoka\, MN \nRSVP: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406 \nFor more information\, click here>> \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/spring-has-sprung/
LOCATION:Homestead at Anoka
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250326T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250326T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T161734Z
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SUMMARY:Free event--hospice 101
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to host this event for all residents and their families\, as well as the Anoka community. Refreshments will be served. No RSVP needed. \nTopic: Hospice 101 \nPresentation given by: Brighton Hospice \nDate: Wed\, March 26 at 2 pm \nLocation: Assisted Living Community Room\, 3002 4th Ave\, Anoka\, MN 55303 \nQuestions: Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406 \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/free-event-hospice-101/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250123T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250123T143000
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SUMMARY:January Education Series
DESCRIPTION:Free Education Series! \nThursday\, Jan. 23 at 1:30 pm in the Lower Level Gathering Room of Elder Homestead. January event focused on diabetes management. \nWe are excited to offer residents\, families\, staff and the community the opportunity to join us for a free ongoing monthly speaker series focused on seniors. This month you will receive useful tips on how you can make better choices regarding food selection\, exercise\, medication management and more. \nJanuary Speaker: Deb Ramirez\, Director of Nursing at Senior Helpers \nDeb is a dedicated nursing professional whose career aspirations focus on empowering seniors to maintain independence through holistic health practices\, emphasizing the importance of overall health in successful aging.
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/january-education-series/
LOCATION:Elder Homestead\, 11400 4th Street N\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55343
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240920T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240920T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T175219Z
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SUMMARY:Purple Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Purple Gala to honor those living with Alzheimer’s disease. \nSeptember 20th at 2:00 pm in the lower lever Gathering Room of Elder Homestead. We will have live music\, food\, drinks and fundraising for our Memory Care Unit. Elder Homestead’s family and friends of current residents and members of the community are invited to this free event.
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/purple-gala/
LOCATION:Elder Homestead\, 11400 4th Street N\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55343
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240914T120000
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SUMMARY:Alzheimer's Walk Sept 14
DESCRIPTION:Join our team or donate to our event as we “Walk To End Alzheimer’s” \n  \nWHO \nHomestead residents\, family\, friends\, employees\, and those in the community who want to join us at this walk to end Alzheimer’s. \nWHAT \nWalk to End Alzheimer’s \nWHEN \nSaturday\, Sept 14\nOpening Ceremony at 10 am \nWHERE \nThis is off site at: St. Mary’s University\, Rochester Campus\nMeet at the Homestead at Rochester for a shuttle bus to the event. \n  \nFor more information\, contact:\nAlex at aschepp@voa.org \n  \nFor all the details\, click here!
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/alzeimers-walk-sept-14/
LOCATION:The Homestead at Rochester\, 1900 Ballington Blvd NW\, Rochester\, MN\, 55901
ORGANIZER;CN="Alex Schepp":MAILTO:aschepp@voa.org
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SUMMARY:Summer Family BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Family & friends of Elder Homestead\, as well as the community of Minnetonka & Hopkins\, are invited for a fun-filled BBQ!\nJoin us for delicious food\, live music and good times!  We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/summer-family-bbq/
LOCATION:Elder Homestead\, 11400 4th Street N\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55343
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231110T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T180711Z
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SUMMARY:Honor Wall Unveiling
DESCRIPTION:Free Event! \nJoin us for the unveiling of our Honor Wall.\nWe are honoring all resident veterans with the American Legion & local news media in attendance.\n3111 5th Avenue\,\nIndependent Living\, Bistro Lobby \nQuestions or info: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406.\nOr Contact Jesse at jmartens@voa.org or 763.528.6774 \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/honor-wall/
LOCATION:Homestead at Anoka
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231025T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133144
CREATED:20230303T133930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T161329Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Open House
DESCRIPTION:Free Event! \nJoin us for our Fall Open House at 3111 5th Avenue\, Anoka.\nMeet & Greet our new Executive Director\, Sydney Weller.\nEnjoy complimentary hot apple cider and fall treats!\nIncludes tours of our beautiful community! \nQuestions or info: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406 \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/fall-open-house/
LOCATION:Homestead at Anoka
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230818T180000
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SUMMARY:Fish Fry August 18th
DESCRIPTION:The Homestead at Rochester is\nFishin’ for a cure…. \nWHO\nHomestead residents\, family\, friends\, employees\, and those in the community who want to join us for a great night of fun\, greatfood\, and silent auction. all for a great cause!\nBring your friends\, family\, neighbors and church membersfor a great meal and to raise money for a great cause!!\nYour support is very much appreciated. \nWHAT\nFish fry dinner and silent auction fundraiser for the\nAlzheimer’s Association. \nWHEN\nFriday August 18th 2023 from 4:00pm-6:00pm \nWHERE\n1900 Ballington Blvd NW Rochester\, MN 55901\nin LegacyMain Dining Room \nJOIN US FOR A FISH FRY\nTickets are non-refundable.\nYour Ticket Is Required forthe Fish Fry Dinner.\n*For those on a meal plan\, you cannotuse your meal plan for this event as it is a fundraiser. You must purchase a ticket* If you want to use your meal plan you may pick up your meal in the Market.\nQuestions: Vanessa Sherer 507-810-0447 or vsherer@voa.org \nTICKET PRICES\n$15.00 per person until 8/14/2023 OR $20.00 per person from 8/15/2023-8/18/2023\nTickets can be purchased at the concierge desks or marketing department\nCash (exact amount) or Check payable to “Alzheimer’s Association” \nMENU\nGuiness Battered Fish\nBunnies Coconut Cake\nCheesy Hashbrowns\nColeslaw\nDinner Roll\nMini Bundtinis\nBeverages: Water\,Lemonade\, Coffee\nMENU:\nSilent Auction & Quilt Raffle will be in The GatheringPlace. Pens down at 6:30 pm on 8/18/2023
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/fish-fry-august-18th/
LOCATION:The Homestead at Rochester\, 1900 Ballington Blvd NW\, Rochester\, MN\, 55901
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230816T190000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Free Support Group!  The Homestead at Maplewood is here to support those caring for their loved ones.  We are offering a monthly caregiver support group.  This is a peer driven support group with opendiscussion that will also have a focused conversation each month based on support group member requests. Be in the know and sign up now! \nContact: JoAnn at 952.353.6798 \nLocation: 1890 Sherren Ave. E\, Meeting in Activity Room \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/monthly-caregiver-support-group/2023-08-16/
LOCATION:The Homestead at Maplewood
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230719T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230719T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133144
CREATED:20230306T195954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T202323Z
UID:10000019-1689789600-1689793200@www.voans.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Free Support Group!  The Homestead at Maplewood is here to support those caring for their loved ones.  We are offering a monthly caregiver support group.  This is a peer driven support group with opendiscussion that will also have a focused conversation each month based on support group member requests. Be in the know and sign up now! \nContact: JoAnn at 952.353.6798 \nLocation: 1890 Sherren Ave. E\, Meeting in Activity Room \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/monthly-caregiver-support-group/2023-07-19/
LOCATION:The Homestead at Maplewood
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230621T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230621T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133144
CREATED:20230306T195954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T202323Z
UID:10000018-1687370400-1687374000@www.voans.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Free Support Group!  The Homestead at Maplewood is here to support those caring for their loved ones.  We are offering a monthly caregiver support group.  This is a peer driven support group with opendiscussion that will also have a focused conversation each month based on support group member requests. Be in the know and sign up now! \nContact: JoAnn at 952.353.6798 \nLocation: 1890 Sherren Ave. E\, Meeting in Activity Room \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/monthly-caregiver-support-group/2023-06-21/
LOCATION:The Homestead at Maplewood
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230517T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230517T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133144
CREATED:20230306T195954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T202323Z
UID:10000017-1684346400-1684350000@www.voans.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Free Support Group!  The Homestead at Maplewood is here to support those caring for their loved ones.  We are offering a monthly caregiver support group.  This is a peer driven support group with opendiscussion that will also have a focused conversation each month based on support group member requests. Be in the know and sign up now! \nContact: JoAnn at 952.353.6798 \nLocation: 1890 Sherren Ave. E\, Meeting in Activity Room \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/monthly-caregiver-support-group/2023-05-17/
LOCATION:The Homestead at Maplewood
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230513T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T205306Z
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SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Homestead at Boulder City invites you to an Open House \nSaturday\, May 13 from 10 am – 2 pm \nLocation:  1401 Medical Park Drive\, Boulder City\, NV \nComplimentary coffee & sweet treats! \nWhile you’re here\, take a tour of our beautiful independent living apartment home community! \nFor more information\, contact: Ernest Carmona\, Property Manager \n702.294.8720 or Ecarmona@voa.org
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/open-house/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230419T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230419T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133144
CREATED:20230306T195954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T202323Z
UID:10000016-1681927200-1681930800@www.voans.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Free Support Group!  The Homestead at Maplewood is here to support those caring for their loved ones.  We are offering a monthly caregiver support group.  This is a peer driven support group with opendiscussion that will also have a focused conversation each month based on support group member requests. Be in the know and sign up now! \nContact: JoAnn at 952.353.6798 \nLocation: 1890 Sherren Ave. E\, Meeting in Activity Room \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/monthly-caregiver-support-group/2023-04-19/
LOCATION:The Homestead at Maplewood
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230419T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T200330Z
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SUMMARY:Secure Your Financial and Physical Future
DESCRIPTION:Free Event!\nThe Homestead at Rochester is excited to offer monthly complimentary events. This series is geared to address a variety of issues about your financial stability\, safety and topics seniors want to know more about. \nRSVP: Vanessa at vsherer@voa.org or 507.810.0447 \nApril 19 event\, 1900 Ballington Blvd. NW in The Gathering Place\n“Planning big life events to ensure a positive impact on the participants and others involved. Planning in advance so your family knows your exact wishes and provide peace of mind for you and your family.”\nSpeaker: Brenda Schultz\, The Funeral Lady
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/secure-your-financial-and-physical-future-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230321T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230321T150000
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CREATED:20230303T134607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T200433Z
UID:10000011-1679407200-1679410800@www.voans.org
SUMMARY:Secure Your Financial and Physical Future
DESCRIPTION:Free Event!\nThe Homestead at Rochester is excited to offer monthly complimentary events. This series is geared to address a variety of issues about your financial stability\, safety and topics seniors want to know more about. \nRSVP: Vanessa at vsherer@voa.org or 507.810.0447 \nMarch 21 event\, 1900 Ballington Blvd. NW in The Gathering Place\n“Come learn the warning signs of abusers\, the recent scams\, and how to protect yourself.”\nSpeaker: Julianne Kocer\nThe Only Attorney in MN with a Master of Law in Elder Law\, Kocer Elder Law Attorney
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/secure-your-financial-and-physical-future/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230316T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230316T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T200931Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia Education Series
DESCRIPTION:Complimentary Event!\nOur dementia series\, “Get the Facts\,” is presented by The Homestead at Anoka\, ProMedica and Heartland Hospice. We will provide useful information to family and loved ones concerned about dementia. In addition\, we will discuss understanding the healthcare system\, and how you can make quality healthcare decisions prior to a sudden change in condition or before an emergency situation occurs. We will educate you on general health concerns\, as well as disease and symptoms management\, and more! Speaker: Tracy Kaminski\, Care Transition Nurse\, Heartland Hospice \nRSVP: Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406 \n3/16: Dementia Myths\n4/20: Sun Downing
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/dementia-education-series-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230315T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133144
CREATED:20230306T195954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T202323Z
UID:10000014-1678903200-1678906800@www.voans.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Free Support Group!  The Homestead at Maplewood is here to support those caring for their loved ones.  We are offering a monthly caregiver support group.  This is a peer driven support group with opendiscussion that will also have a focused conversation each month based on support group member requests. Be in the know and sign up now! \nContact: JoAnn at 952.353.6798 \nLocation: 1890 Sherren Ave. E\, Meeting in Activity Room \n 
URL:https://www.voans.org/event/monthly-caregiver-support-group/2023-03-15/
LOCATION:The Homestead at Maplewood
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