Counseling Referrals

Community Services in the Mankato Area

  • Habitat for Humanity of South Central Minnesota
    Habitat for Humanity of South Central Minnesota would like to encourage any willing volunteers to serve with us in the fight against poverty  housing. We are seeking skilled and semi-skilled individuals to assit us in the construction of our homes. If there are any interested individuals who have experience in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, general contracting, etc., please consider joining Habitat a few days per month.


  • VINE Faith in Action
    VINE Faith in Action is a network of faith congregations, organizations and individuals providing volunteer assistance in Blue Earth and Nicollet counties of south central Minnesota.


  • Salvation Army Mankato Corps
    Provides shelter for men in the winter and noon meals all year, clothing vouchers, emergency food, after school program.


  • Theresa House
    Theresa House is interim housing for homeless families and single moms.


  • ECHO Food Shelf
    The Emergency Community Help Organization (ECHO) provides emergency food assistance to people in Blue Earth County and North Mankato.




Community Support Groups

  • ADHD PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
    This group is for parents of children of any age who have ADHD.
    MEETS: third Wednesday of each month (Sept.-May). IS J Clinic East Ridge Conference Room from 5:15-6:30pm.
    CONTACT PERSON: ISJ Clinic – East Ridge at 507-385-6500


  • ALS SUPPORT GROUP
    This group is for any person with ALS, their family, friends, caregivers and any person who has lost a loved one to ALS.
    MEETS: The last Tuesday of each month, Autumn Grace Assisted Living(118 Raven Court, mankato) from 3:30-5pm.
    CONTACT PERSON: Jennifer Myhre at 888-672-0484(toll free)


  • ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP
    A support group for families, friends and interested people, for support and information on caring for individuals with memory loss.
    MEETS: first Thursday of each month, Laurel’s Edge Parol(77 Saduim Road, Mankato) at 4p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: Mary Milbrath at 507-387-2133


  • CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
    For all persons living with cancer and their friends and families. A place to bring your questions, concerns, frustrations and hope.
    MEETS: Second Wednesday of each month, Immanuel St. Joseph’s Lower Level Conference Center, Room 0308 from 5-6:30p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: Linda Javens  at 507-327-7104


  • COLITIS SUPPORT GROUP
    MEETS:     first Tuesday of each of month( September- May). Holy Rosary Parish Building (North Mankato) from 6:30 – 8p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: For more information, please call JoAnn Schlosser, 507-345-8781 or CCFA at 888-422-3266


  • COMMUNITY CPR/ AED CLASS
    MEETS:     various times throught calender year, ISJ Education and Training Center (Mankato) various times.
    CONTACT PERSON: For more information, please call Amy Conner, Health Promotion Manager at 507-385-4645


  • COMMUNITY CPR/AED CLASS
    MEETS: various times throughout calender year ISJ Education and Training Center, Madison East Center(Mankato)various times.
    CONTACT PERSON:FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL AMY CONNER, Health Promotion  Manger AT 507-385-4645


  • DIABETES EDUCATION SUPPORT GROUP
    A support and education group to assist those managing their diabetes. Families and friends welcome
    MEETS: fourth Monday of Feb, Apr, June, Aug, Oct & Dec Immanual St. Joseph’s Lower Level Conference Center, Room 0310 at 2p.m.
    MEETS: fourth Wednesday of Jan., Mar., May, July, Sept., & Nov. Immanuel St. Joseph”s Lower Level Conference Room C, 6:30-7:30pm.
    CONTACT PERSON: Sheryl Peterson at 507-385-2607
    MEETS: third Wednesday of every other month (Jan, Mar.,July, Sep., Nov.) at Waseca Medical Center, Conference Room C, 6:30-7:30p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON:Sue Seykora at 507-837-4267


  • DIANE HOPE W OMEN’S CANCER GROUP
    All women living with cancer are welcome to attend.
    MEETS: first Tuesday of each month, Christ the King Lutheran Church (207) McConnel in Mankato) from 6-7:30p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: Shirely at 507-387-6916


  • GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
    A support group for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. Offered several times throughout the year.
    MEETS: For more information, please call 507-385-2989 or 800-327-3721 ext. 2989 (toll friee)


  • HEART-TO-HEART SUPPORT GROUP
    An educational program for people with heart disease. Family and friends welcome
    MEETS: fourth Monday of every month, Immanual St. Joseph’s Lower Level Conference Center, Rooms0308 & 0310 from 7 -8 p.m. (Feb., April, June. Aug., Oct, & Dec.)
    CONTACT PERSON:cardiac Rehab at 507-385-2607


  • LA LECH LEAGUE
    Information and support for women who are breastfeeding.
    MEETS: fourth Tuesday of each month (January- October) Immanual St. Joseph’s Lower level Conference Center, Room 0308 at 6:30p.m.
    (Call for dates/times/ during November and December)
    CONTACT PERSON: Rachel at 507-625-7134


  • LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP
    MEETS: third Thursday of each month (no summer meeting) at 2.p.m. and 7.p.m.Call for meeting location.
    CONTACT PERSON: Nadine Sandon, 507-345-8950 or Diane Beyer, 507-388-8991


  • MS SELF HELP SUPPORT GROUP
    The MS Self Help Support Group shares a belief that positive personal change happens through individual efforts of others. Members can gain more information and strategies for confronting problems they may encounter and find  reassurance and support from others with similar life experiences.
    MEETS: second Thursday of each moth, Immanual St. Joseph’s, Physical Theraphy, Madison East Center, from 7-8p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: Brenda Fruhwirth at 507-385-2600, ext.2414


  • MS SELF HELP SUPPORT GROUP
    The MS Self Help Support Group shares a belief that positive personal change happens through individual efforts with the support of others. Membvers can gain more information and strategies for confronting problems they may enclunter and find reassurance and confronting problems they may encounter and find reassurance and support from others with similar life experiences.
    MEETS: second Thursday of each month, Immanuel St. Joseph’s, Phuysical Therapy, Madison East Center, from 7-8pm.
    CONTACT PERSON: Brenda Fruhwirth at 507-385-2600, ext. 2414


  • MS SUPPORT GROUP
    Small group of people with MS and their family members who get together to share and support one another for the benefit of the whole group. The purpose of the group is to provide mutual sharing and support for people with MS> Groups may also invite professionals to present related resource information at meetings.
    MEETS: third Monday of each month, Waseca Medical Center, New Conference Room from 7- 8:30p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: Cindy Lewer, at 507-833-4003

  • SOUTH CENTER OSTOMY MINNESOTA SUPPORT GROUP
    A support group to provide education and social opportunity for those with ostomies. Family members welcome.
    MEETS: third Thursday of February, April, June and October, Mankato clinic conference Room at 7:30p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON:Edward Schaus, 507-934-2089


  • SOUTH CENTRAL MN PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
    Support group for those with Parkinson;s, family, friends and health care professionals.
    MEETS: third Tuesday of each month(March- December) United Church of Christ (Stoltzman and Staduim) at 2 p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: Irene at 507-380-2307
    Special individual support available for those with Parkinson’s.

  • PULMONARY REHABILITATION
    A group program with individualized goals for people with lung disease. (provider referral)
    CONTACT PERSON: For more information or to register, call Mobile at 507-385-5605. Cost will vary.


  • SLEEP APNEA SUPPORT GROUP
    A.W.A.K.E. is a national support group for those who suffer from Sleep Apnea.
    MEETS: third Monday of every month, Immanuel St. Joseph’s, Lower Level Conference center, Room 0308 at 5:15p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: Susan Schweim at 507-245-3390


  • S.T.O.P. SMOKING GROUPS
    Program provides treatment for individuals who require interventions regarding their use of nicotime products. Participants must attend five sessions.
    CONTACT PERSON: For more information, please call 507-385-4662


  • SUICIDE SURVIVOR SUPPORT GROUP
    A suicide surivor support has formed in our area. Have you lost a friend or loved one to suicide? This group provides support and information.
    MEETS: second Thursday of each month, Immanual St. Joseph’s Lower level Conference Center, Room 0312 at 7p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: Marlene Buker at 507-388-5313


  • HEALTHY BREAKFAST BUNCH (Caregiver Support)
    VINE offers a monthly caregiving program for people caring for an elderly family member or friend. Each session includes a guest speaker, facilitated discussiojn time and refreshments. Volunteer respote care and transportation are available upon request.
    MEETS: second Wednesday of each month at the Summit (518 S 5Th Street, mankato) from 8:30-10a.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: For additional information or to register Call Mary O. or Mary W. at 507-387-1666


  • CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
    (DEMENTIA/ ALZHEIMER’S)
    Support group for anyone providing care to friends or loved ones with Dementia and/or Alzheimer’s.
    MEETS: second Wednesday of each month, Waseca Medical Center,Conference Room A from 10:30-11:30a.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: Kristin at 507-387-4171


  • WEAVERS SUPPORT GROUP
    A support group for people over 60 who grieve the loss of a spouse.
    MEETS: Every Thursday, Christ the King Lutheran Church  (207 McConnell, Mankato) from 10-11:30a.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: For more information, please contact 507-385-2989 or 800-327-3821 ext. 2989 (toll free)


  • WINDJAMMERS SUPPORT GROUP
    This group offers support for people who suffer from chronic lung disease, asthma, emphysema or chronic bronchitis. Family and friends welcome.
    MEETS: third Thursday of every month (March-December) Immanuel St. Joseph, Lower Level Conference center, Room0310 at 2p.m.
    CONTACT PERSON: Mollie at 507-385-5605