Age-Friendly Freeborn County

09/14/2026

Minnesota's senior population is growing. In Freeborn County, the community is embracing the idea of making it safer and more delightful for older folks to age there.

09/12/2026

There is still time to join us at the 2026 Walk to end Alzhiemer's. We are especially proud to announce that the opening ceremony will include a short performance by the Lake Song Chorus and the Alzheimers Association will be honoring our first endeavor, The Freeborn County Memory Cafe. Click the link below to donate or to join the walk or just meet us at Frank Hall Park at 10am. It is always a touching and memorable morning!
https://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=19707&pg=entry

08/21/2026

If a significant person in your life has died within the past three years, consider being a part of a six-week grief group with Mayo Clinic. Register on or before September 7, 2026, by calling 507-284-4002 or 800-679-9084 (toll-free) or emailing [email protected].

08/21/2026

https://www.mprnews.org/story/2026/08/21/in-freeborn-county-and-albert-lea-aging-well-is-a-priority-and-a-lot-of-fun

Minnesota's senior population is growing. In Freeborn County, the community is embracing the idea of making it safer and more delightful for older folks to age there.

08/13/2026

Learn more about Lake Song Chorus from the director, Diane Heaney.

“This is such great music!” “I didn’t think I would have so much fun in this group!” “Thank you for doing this choir — it means so much to us.” These are just s...

08/11/2026

Do you like to sing? Do you know someone with memory loss that you could bring to weekly practice? Come Sing with the Lake Song Chorus! Perhaps you are the caregiver, or maybe it is your neighbor, friend or relative.

This unique and joy-filled choral experience is for people living with dementia, care providers, and community volunteers. During weekly rehearsals, we sing old and new songs, learn vocal technique and ensemble skills, share musical memories, and build community.

At a culminating concert, we will display our musical accomplishments and demonstrate how we defy dementia together through music. No previous singing experience necessary! The choir is directed by Diane Heaney and accompanied by Bob Tewes.

REHEARSALS
WHEN: Each Thursday morning 9:30 to 11am
Aug 27 through mid -Nov. Concert on Saturday, Nov 14
WHERE: Sojourners Church in Skyline Plaza Mall
1679 West Main Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007

REGISTRATION REQUIRED -
CALL Diane Heaney at (507) 383-4676 Or
EMAIL her at [email protected]

08/07/2026

SMART Transit will be providing free rides to the Freeborn County Fair for lunchtime on August 5, 6, & 7.