Healing Rhythms

02/17/2026

Big congratulations to our longtime community partner, Ronald McDonald House Charities, on the beautiful new Family Room and sleep rooms at Mayo Clinic ❤️

We are so proud of the heart behind this space — creating comfort, rest, and a little breathing room for families who need it most. What a gift to our community.

Excited to celebrate at the open house today and give a big hug to our friend Carmen! 🎉🏠✨

02/12/2026

Amelia’s upbeat spirit and genuine joy light up every room she enters. Through her music, warmth, and infectious energy, she brings smiles, comfort, and meaningful connection to our hospice and older adult patients—turning ordinary moments into something truly special. 🎶

02/06/2026

Red looks good on us ❤️
Standing together for women’s heart health today.

02/02/2026

A wonderful community resource that is happening tonight!

To help support parents, caregivers and professionals, NAMI Minnesota is offering a free virtual workshop, Self-Compassion for Caregivers: Supporting Yourself While Supporting Youth with Mental Health Challenges, on Monday, Feb.

02/01/2026

✨ Welcome, Christian!🎶

We’re so glad to welcome Christian to our team at Healing Rhythms.

Patients and families at Ridgeview Hospice may already recognize him — a familiar face to many in the communities we support. Christian brings a deep reverence for music in moments that matter most, offering presence, care, and connection in spaces of grief and remembrance.

01/30/2026

Nine years of Healing Rhythms wouldn’t sound the same without Destiny.
Through melodies, moments, and showing up with heart, she’s helped create space for connection far beyond the therapy room.
If there’s a memory or song that makes you think of Destiny, we’d love for you to share it below 🎶

01/30/2026

Music therapy offers a powerful alternative when words aren’t enough. If this resonates with you, sign up for services and explore a creative way to heal. ❤️‍🩹

01/28/2026

We are so excited to continue growing our school based partnerships, and started a new group at Dakota Middle School this week! 🚌🎓🏫

01/26/2026

When things feel heavy, we lean into the music. 🎶
It helps us breathe, see differently, and feel with one another.
Music doesn’t fix everything—but it opens the door to empathy, understanding, and connection.

01/24/2026

There are many resources available to help support you support the children in our lives right now - here is one

Even if your family is not directly affected, your children may hear about ICE at school or online. Avoiding the topic can lead to more fear and confusion for them. Calm, honest conversations help children feel safe and supported. You do not need to have all the answers to make a difference. The most important thing is to be present and listen to them.

Start the conversation by asking what they have already heard. Avoid saying things like "don't worry" or "that won't happen to us," as this can create a false sense of security. Instead, tell them it is okay to feel scared and that you will tackle these feelings together.

For worried families, having a plan helps reduce fear. This plan could include knowing your rights and having emergency contacts ready. There are tools available, such as "Red Cards," that explain your rights to remain silent and ask for a lawyer. Teaching children that they do not have to answer questions without a trusted adult present can help them feel more prepared.

You can access the full guide to see tips for specific ages, download a family safety plan, and view this information in Spanish here:
www.childnet.org/immigration-resources

01/19/2026

Music therapists accommodate a large variety of music requests, to support our patients and clients in the ways that are meaningful to them.

What do you think we get the most requests for?!

01/19/2026

Stay warm this week and join us at SPARK on Thursday morning with the little ones in your life to make some music with FREE ADMISSION 🎶

This Week at SPARK! ❄️🎉
Winter Wonderland fun continues with hands-on art, sock skating games, cozy storytimes, and a BIG community visit you won’t want to miss. Plus, FREE admission all day Thursday thanks to the Minnesota Twins Winter Caravan!

👵 Tuesday, Jan 20 – Grandparents Play FREE
10:00–11:00AM: Therapy Dog Visit: Bernie
1:30–2:30PM: MLK Jr. Day: I Have a Dream

🌟 Wednesday, Jan 21
9:00–10:00AM: Special Member Morning: Making Bird Feeders!
10:30–11:00AM: Snowman Stress Balls
2:00–2:30PM: Sock Skating Games

👶 Thursday, Jan 22 ✨ FREE Admission All Day!
10:00–10:30AM: Healing Rhythms
12:00–12:45PM: Twins Caravan Visit
3:00–3:30PM: Dot Art

🔬 Friday, Jan 23
11:00–11:30AM: STEM Friday
1:00–1:30PM: Fingerpaint Ice Rinks
3:00–4:00PM: Therapy Dog Visit: Stella

🧘 Saturday, Jan 24
11:30AM–12:00PM: Family Yoga
2:30–3:00PM: Peanut Butter and Cupcake Storytime & Activity

❄️ Sunday, Jan 25
10:30–11:00AM: Sock Skating Games
2:30–3:00PM: Drippy Icicle Art

💡 Ongoing Fun:
Explore STEM Boxes: Magnets, winter-themed Maker Space activities, and Sock Skating in Central SPARK all week long.

All programs are included with daily admission or membership (Thursday admission is FREE!).