FamilyMeans

FamilyMeans FamilyMeans is a multi-service, nonprofit organization that was founded in 1963, funded by grants, donations, and client fees. Our work is life’s challenges.

Headquartered in Stillwater, Minnesota, with branches in the Twin Cities area, southeastern Minnesota, and western Wisconsin. FamilyMeans is a multi-service, nonprofit organization that was founded in 1963. We are funded by grants, donations, and client fees. FamilyMeans is headquartered in Stillwater, Minnesota, with branch offices located throughout the Twin Cities metro area, southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We listen without judgment, offer encouragement, and believe in you even when you might not. Connect with our staff by calling 651-439-4840

“You can’t predict the problems that life is going to throw your way, but it means something to have a place like FamilyMeans to come to when those problems do come”

Services Include:

Counseling & Therapy, where we provide care to adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples. Our counselors are highly trained and experienced in their areas of expertise and truly enjoy helping people through the struggles they bring to counseling. Counselors provide a safe and open environment to make changes within areas of concern. Counseling experiences are unique to each person as are their situations. There is no “one fits all” in counseling and our skilled clinicians work with you to reach your goals. Counseling topics range from anxiety and depression, to supporting a child through divorce and more. FamilyMeans Counseling & Therapy programs are located in St. Paul, at the Center for Grief & Loss, in schools throughout the St. Croix Valley, and outpatient clinics in Stillwater and Hudson. We accept many insurances, including Medical Assistance and Medicare (limited providers), we also offer payment plans as needed. Caregiving & Aging program support caregivers who provide care to a child or adult who has health or independence needs. Some caregivers assist with daily living necessities, while others provide occasional care or are concerned from afar. Caregivers may offer social and emotional support, handle finances, prepare meals, manage medications, provide transportation, or assist with personal care. Each situation is different. FamilyMeans Caregiving and Aging staff helps caregivers with their unique caregiving challenges. We do this by offering support groups, coaching, respite care, and more! Financial Solutions offers tools and education for people to regain financial stability and reduce unmanageable debt. Financial Solutions serves individuals and families in Minnesota and Wisconsin through budget and debt counseling, debt management program, credit report review, student loan counseling, and financial education. Youth Development serves youth ages 5-18 in the Cimarron manufactured home community in Lake Elmo and the city of Landfall, both eastern suburbs in the Saint Paul/Minneapolis region. Our free, year-round programming equips youth to learn, thrive, connect and contribute throughout their lives. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a contracted service by an employer and offered as a benefit to its employees. It is designed to assist an employee in managing the impact of personal and work-related challenges that affect overall well-being and, inevitably, on-the-job performance. Services available to employees include:
Counseling & Therapy
Financial Solutions
Caregiving & Aging
Legal Consultation referrals
All services are strictly confidential. Employers are provided workplace-wide statistical data, never individual employee information. Learn more about all the services that FamilyMeans offers by visiting FamilyMeans.org.

We are needing volunteers now more than EVER in our Caregiving & Aging programming. Start the year off by giving back to...
01/15/2026

We are needing volunteers now more than EVER in our Caregiving & Aging programming. Start the year off by giving back to your community and become a FamilyMeans volunteer!

https://www.familymeans.org/volunteer/

01/13/2026

Join us tomorrow for Let's Do Coffee!

Tickets to the 2026 Better is Possible FamilyMeans Fundraiser are on sale NOW!Take advantage of our limited time offer! ...
01/12/2026

Tickets to the 2026 Better is Possible FamilyMeans Fundraiser are on sale NOW!

Take advantage of our limited time offer! From January 12-January 23, individual and table of eight tickets are 10% off. Secure your spot early and save! Don't miss out!

Purchase Tickets: https://www.familymeans.org/events/

Struggling with holiday debt? Check out our latest blog for tips and free resources to help you take control!View our la...
01/09/2026

Struggling with holiday debt? Check out our latest blog for tips and free resources to help you take control!

View our latest blog post at https://www.familymeans.org/articles/

FamilyMeans Financial Solutions is hiring for a Client Account Representative. This role primarily focuses on the debt m...
01/07/2026

FamilyMeans Financial Solutions is hiring for a Client Account Representative. This role primarily focuses on the debt management program (DMP) operations. It entails close communication with our credit counselors, assists clients with account questions and acts as an intermediary between clients and their creditors.

Learn more and apply at https://www.familymeans.org/job-openings/

Are you a St. Croix Valley-based young adult looking to give back?! Join Parker on the FamilyMeans Next Generation Counc...
01/06/2026

Are you a St. Croix Valley-based young adult looking to give back?! Join Parker on the FamilyMeans Next Generation Council! Learn more at FamilyMeans.org/volunteer!!

Meet Parker!

Parker graduated from the University of Wisconsin Madison with a degree in Economics in 2022. Upon graduation, Parker spent 2 years as a credit analyst at a financial institution, mostly working with commercial clients. Parker moved to Hudson and began working for First State Bank and Trust in June 2024. He is currently working on receiving his Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) designation to help further guide his work with clients. Outside of the bank, Parker serves on two different nonprofit boards – the Bayport Public Library Foundation and FamilyMeans Next Generation Council.

Parker currently resides in Hudson, Wisconsin with his wife and two cats. He spends his free time going for bike rides and being an avid Wisconsin sports fan.

01/06/2026

Due to poor road conditions, FamilyMeans offices will open at 10am today. Thank you for your understanding.

This Thursday, Jenny West will be speaking at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in White Bear Lake about strategies to keep yo...
01/05/2026

This Thursday, Jenny West will be speaking at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in White Bear Lake about strategies to keep your memory sharp! This is a free event (with refreshments!) so make sure to stop by!

1965 East County Road E, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Resolutions with results! Gym memberships expire, diets are dropped, but volunteer impact lasts forever! Make 2026 the y...
01/02/2026

Resolutions with results! Gym memberships expire, diets are dropped, but volunteer impact lasts forever! Make 2026 the year of giving back and volunteer with FamilyMeans!

Learn more at https://www.familymeans.org/volunteer/

From all of us at FamilyMeans, Happy New Year!Reminder that FamilyMeans offices are closed today.
01/01/2026

From all of us at FamilyMeans, Happy New Year!

Reminder that FamilyMeans offices are closed today.

Address

1875 Northwestern Avenue S
Stillwater, MN
55082

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(651) 439-4840

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