PEARLS (Program to Encourage Active, Rewarding Lives)
Lyngblomsten Community Services is a PEARLS provider and host site in partnership with the Faith Community Nurse Network of the Greater Twin Cities.
PEARLS helps older adults experiencing low mood develop skills they need to maintain their health, happiness, and independence through a series of one-on-one coaching sessions with a trained PEARLS coach. Individuals will develop goals to improve physical health and social skills over eight sessions.
Sessions may be held on the Lyngblomsten campus in St. Paul, at the Faith Community Nurse Network office in Mahtomedi, online, or via phone.
Click here for more information about the PEARLS program.
To learn more for yourself or someone you know, contact Lynn Amon, Program Coordinator for Lyngblomsten Community Services and a PEARLS coach, at (651) 301-9445 or lamon@lyngblomsten.org. You also can complete an online form for more information by clicking here.
Wellness Education
Lyngblomsten Community Services is excited to offer evidence-based wellness classes* for helping older adults of all abilities live active, full lives. These classes provide an opportunity to connect with others while gaining tools that can help you take control of your health and manage it in a way that works best for your life.
Some of the benefits of participating in a class can include:
- Increasing your self-confidence
- Gaining practical skills for managing your health
- Improving your problem-solving
- Receiving support from other participants and instructors
- Starting to live the healthy life that you want to live!
Lyngblomsten Community Services' evidence-based wellness classes are part of the Juniper network and are offered in partnership with the Faith Community Nurse Network of the Greater Twin Cities.
A Matter of Balance-Fall 2023 (St. Paul)
Fridays, September 8-October 27, 2023, from 10 AM-Noon. Classes held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in the Midway, 436 N. Roy St., St. Paul, MN 55104. Register here.
Living Well with Chronic Conditions-Fall 2023 (Virtual)
Wednesdays, October 4-November 15, 2023, from 1-3:30 PM. Participants in this six-week class make weekly action plans, share experiences and help each other solve problems as they carry out their plans. Topics include nutrition, exercise, medication use, pain management, emotions and communicating with medical providers. Register here (you'll be taken to the Juniper website).
Powerful Tools for Caregivers-Fall 2023 (Virtual)
Wednesdays, November 8-December 20, 2023, from 3:30-5 PM. Join this weekly class that aims to help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for others. You will: Improve self-care practices such as exercise, relaxation, and medical care; Improve your ability to manage emotions including reducing guilt, anger, and depression; Increase your self confidence in coping with the demands of caregiving. Register here (you'll be taken to the Juniper website).
Here’s what Juniper participants are saying about evidence-based wellness classes:
“I came away with such a positive attitude and so much more knowledge about preventing falls!”
“After taking this class, I am [a] more confident caregiver! Having tools to resolve problems in a definite advantage in becoming a better caregiver and a happier, wiser, healthier me and a healthier ‘us’!”
“I have learned there are people like me, not living life to the fullest because of a chronic condition, and that we can move forward.”
Yes, I'm interested in future wellness opportunities!
New wellness classes are added each quarter, so be sure to check this web page throughout the year for the latest details!
To place yourself on an interest list for upcoming classes and/or PEARLS, complete the form below. People on the interest list will be informed when registration opens.
For more information, contact:
Lynn Amon, MSW
Program Coordinator
Lyngblomsten Community Services
(651) 301-9445 | lamon@lyngblomsten.org
*What is an evidence-based wellness class? According to Juniper, an evidence-based wellness class is based on rigorous research and is proven to produce results. Certified leaders are experts at presenting class content and connecting class participants with each other. All evidence-based wellness classes offered through Lyngblomsten Community Services are part of the Juniper network, a statewide program helping communities across Minnesota create a culture of health for older adults where prevention and wellness are norms. Learn more about Juniper and its work at https://yourjuniper.org/about.