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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Family Pathways

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Serving our Communities through Aging Services, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services and Food Access Services

Family Pathways was established in 1978 as a 501(c)3 grassroots community organization in Chisago County, providing counseling services to youth and families. Today Family Pathways is a leading human service organization providing a person-centered response to social determinants that affect the health and well-being of residents across east-central Minnesota and western Wisconsin. A deep-rooted history in the community and direct service expertise in multiple program areas, including access to healthy food, domestic violence, sexual assault intervention, and supportive services for older adults- makes Family Pathways unique. Family Pathways’ mission is to work alongside people to enhance lives through a continuum of essential services and, together with the community, champion positive social change. Together with volunteers, donors, partners, and the community at large, neighbors can access stability and hope - contributing to the overall vitality of the region. Programming includes Food Equity and Access Services comprised of nine food shelves and a mobile food truck; Parenting Time Services assuring children have safe contact with family members as they navigate challenging times and transitions. Aging Services engage our aging population through companionship, advocacy, education, and caregiver support. At the same time, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services provide comprehensive assistance to victims of family violence and sexual assault. Each of these programs is supported, in part, through the Family Pathways social enterprise model, which consists of ten thrift stores and a recycling center.

10/30/2026

Happy Halloween from the crew at the Sandstone Family Pathways Food Shelf! 🎃

10/24/2026

Thank you, Lindstrom! ❤️
As the Lindstrom Thrift Store closed its doors Friday, we want to extend one final thank you to everyone who made this location special. To our Lindstrom customers, donors, volunteers, and supporters, your generosity and dedication have meant so much to Family Pathways and our community.
While our Lindstrom store may be closed, our nine remaining thrift stores are open and thriving! Your continued shopping and donations help fund essential programs that strengthen lives across our region.
And our work in the Lindstrom community continues! Family Pathways remains committed to serving local residents through the Chisago Lakes Food Shelf, Aging Services, and Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services.
Thank you for being part of our story and for continuing to support our mission. Together, we make a difference every day. ❤️

10/23/2026

Rachel Kytonen

10/22/2026

Join us for a FREE Food Distribution Pop-Up at Lakes & Pines Community Action Council, Inc. Parking Lot (1700 E Maple Ave, Mora, MN. 55051) Wednesday, November 4th from 3pm-6pm.

Open to all area residents, food will be distributed while supplies last or until 6pm.

10/21/2026

🥪 Grab your lunch and join us next week for a Dementia Friends Virtual Lunch & Learn! 💙🧡

Join Family Pathways on Wednesday, October 28, from 12–1 PM CST to learn more about dementia and how you can make a difference in the lives of those living with the disease.

This one-hour informational session will cover what dementia is, how to recognize signs of memory loss, and simple ways to communicate effectively and offer support with patience, understanding, and empathy.

Whether you’re a business owner, community member, caregiver, or simply looking to educate yourself, this is a great opportunity to learn how we can all help create more welcoming, inclusive, and dementia-friendly communities from the comfort of your desk! 💙

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 12–1 PM CST
📩 Register: Email Lisa at [email protected]

Take your lunch break to learn something meaningful and help make our community more dementia-friendly!

10/20/2026

It's not goodbye without a thank you. ❤️

The Lindstrom Thrift Store's final day will be Friday, October 23. As we prepare to close our Lindstrom location, we want to express our sincere gratitude to the customers, donors, volunteers, and supporters who have been part of its story.

Stop in Tuesday–Friday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., for our 90% Off Store Closing Sale! Find great deals while supporting the mission that strengthens lives across our region.

Although we will no longer have a thrift store in Lindstrom, Family Pathways remains committed to serving the Lindstrom community through the Chisago Lakes Food Shelf, Aging Services, and Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services. Our mission continues, and we are still here for our neighbors who need us.

Thank you for shopping, donating, volunteering, and supporting Family Pathways. Your generosity has made a difference, and we are so grateful to have been part of this community. 💛

10/19/2026

Our Aging Services team was happy to be part of the Chisago Age Well Expo on Friday! 💙

We love connecting with our community, sharing resources, and helping older adults and caregivers find the support they need to thrive. Thank you to everyone who stopped by and to the organizers for bringing our community together!

10/15/2026

Our Medical Forensic team, Bree and Alisha, recently had the opportunity to train at Essentia Health Emergency Department in Sandstone . They trained 24 emergency department staff on forensic exams, evidence collection, documentation, and medical advocacy. Family Pathways also joined us to discuss their services in Pine County.

Thank you, Sandstone Essentia Health, for understanding how important this training is for victims/survivors of sexual violence.

10/13/2026

💜 A Gift That Continues to Make a Difference

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Family Pathways is grateful to receive a generous $35,000 donation from Roxie’s Hope.

Presented following Roxie’s Hope receiving the Margaret Johnson-Barr Award at our Awareness & Empowerment Dinner, this gift will directly support survivors and their children staying at our Minnesota domestic violence shelter.

Although Roxie’s Hope announced the end of its nonprofit operations earlier this year, its impact will continue through this generous contribution, helping provide safety, support, and hope to survivors when they need it most.

Thank you, Roxie's Hope, for your commitment to survivors and for helping us continue this important work. 💜

Address

6413 Oak Street
North Branch, MN
55056

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(651) 674-8040

Website

http://www.familypathways.org/

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