On April 20, 2021, former police officer Derrek Chauvin, was held accountable for the murder of George Floyd. And, at the same time, our community is reeling from the killings of more Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and the continued acts of violence across our nation. The verdict in the Chauvin trial does […]
Blaine, MN, 3/8/2021—The Hope Gala will be a virtual event in 2021! Join us for a night of sharing and supporting your community. During the event, you’ll learn about the transformational work Alexandra House has continued to do in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ll share stories and thank community members that have helped […]
As you may have seen on our @AlexHouseMN social media page, Holiday Shop this year was a success! I am so grateful to have been a part of the planning and implementation of the 2020 Holiday Shop and am thrilled to share with you my experience in hopes of giving you a glimpse of what […]
We care about your health and the health and well-being of our clients, volunteers, staff, and community. The leadership of Alexandra House continues to monitor the ever-changing status of COVID–19 (Coronavirus) and follow public health advisories. As a result of the current COVID-19 outbreak and Governor Walz’s “4-Week Dial Back” Executive Order, we have greatly […]
More than $3.8 million awarded to Twin Cities Metro Area and Minnesota statewide organizations SAINT PAUL, August 26, 2020 — The Otto Bremer Trust has awarded $7,435,260 in grants and program-related investments as part of its most recent grantmaking cycle. “During these challenging times, our focus is on the communities in the region that need help […]
Connie Moore. Executive Director of ALEXANDRA HOUSE Alexandra House is saddened and outraged, along with many other organizations and individuals, about the killing of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Dave McAtee, Dreasjon Reed and so many others who have suffered the violence and injustices of a society where racism and other oppressions are embedded […]
By Dawn R., Alexandra House Advocate June is the month dedicated to raising awareness around elder abuse. Each year, hundreds of thousands of adults over the age of 60 are abused, neglected, or financially exploited. Abuse can happen in many places, including the older person’s home, a family member’s house, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home. Abuse […]
By Alison C., Survivor and Alexandra House Volunteer 1 out of every 6 American women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in her lifetime. 1 out of every 33 American men has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in his lifetime. 3 out of 4 rapes are […]
We care about your health and the health and well-being of our clients, volunteers, staff, and community. The leadership of Alexandra House continues to monitor the ever-changing status of COVID–19 (Coronavirus) and follow public health advisories. As a result of the current COVID-19 outbreak, and Governor Walz’s “Stay at Home” Executive Order, we have taken […]
Alexandra House is continuing to monitor the ever-changing status of COVID – 19 (corona-virus) and the impact on client services. As global concern grows we are doing our best to keep everyone healthy and safe while ensuring quality services to our clients. We want to share with you our response and updates to our service […]