Essential Senior Services

08/26/2026

Check out the details of the Home Improvement Loan Program from the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA). Contact City Hall for additional information.

07/16/2026

Transportation services continue to be increasingly valuable for the aging community.

Join Prairieland Transit and United Community Action Partnership to learn more about how transportation programs strengthen your community. ACE of SW Minnesota

07/13/2026

The Veterans Directed Care (VDC) Program is a collaborative partnership between the Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging (MNRAAA) and the Veterans Health Administration.

View our flyer to learn more about the VDC program.

04/29/2026

For those who enjoyed our winter class with Kenzie’s studio and for those who wished they could’ve…here’s a new offering in Luverne-

NEW CLASSES:
I’m so excited to announce that I’ll be offering watercolor and acrylic classes to
ADULTS age 55+
this summer! Sign up by getting a hold of the gals at Luverne Community Education🥳
(Yes, I’ll still be teaching kids classes too☺️)

04/08/2026

Are you a Caregiver looking for a Dementia friendly outing with your Care partner with Dementia? Please consider joining us on April 16th at 1st Lutheran as we Plant, Pot, and Ponder gardening memories, with a bit of music and a special treat. This is a free event open to the public. Please remember to register by calling Joanne at 507-295-5262.

04/08/2026

🌸🧹 Spring Clean-Up is Back, Worthington! 🧹🌸

It’s time to clear out the clutter and freshen up for spring! The City of Worthington’s 2026 Annual Spring Clean-Up is right around the corner.

📅 Pick-up begins: Monday, May 4, 2026
🚫 Do NOT place items out before: Wednesday, April 29

📝 Important reminders:
• Items must have a paid tag attached or they will NOT be collected
• Tags are available April 27 – May 1 at:

City Hall (303 9th St)
Public Utilities (318 9th St)
Schaap Sanitation (Hwy 59/60 South)
• No tags will be sold once pick-up begins
• Crews will make ONE pass only

💲 Most large items: $15 each
🆓 Some items like lumber, doors, and metal: No charge (limit applies)

🚫 Not accepted:
Recyclables, tires, paint, hazardous waste, trees/brush, concrete, batteries, and liquids

⚠️ Items must be properly sorted and bundled to avoid being left behind. If items are not picked up, residents are responsible for removal and may be subject to a fee.

📞 Questions? Call 507-666-5010

Let’s work together to keep Worthington clean and looking its best! 💚
👇 Drop a 👍 if you’re planning your clean-up already!

03/13/2026

This crew is one of our partners & does a great job!

03/04/2026

This is the starting point. When it’s time to make the decisions that come with aging, reach out to MN Aging Pathways. They can provide you all the resources and key contacts based on your situation.

Minnesota Aging Pathways, formerly the Senior LinkAge Line, helps older adults and caregivers connect to local services.

Minnesota Aging Pathways trained specialists are available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM by calling 800-333-2433 or by chat: https://mn.gov/aging-pathways/

If you are a healthcare provider looking to inquire about a Preadmission screening for nursing facility admission, you can connect with them via chat at: https://aging-pathways-referrals.powerappsportals.us/.