Caring Circle

The Caring Circle is a shared ministry of the UU Society of River Falls.  Our purpose
is to coordinate  resources for care of self, care of others, and care of our relationship
to Source.  We assume that these three dimensions of care are interdependent and
mutually reinforcing.  When all three dimensions of care are present,  the "Caring
Circle" is unbroken.  When any of three dimensions of care are out of balance,
our capacity to care is significantly decreased. 

To this end we offer the following resources:


As of September 2007, members of the Caring Circle include:

Rev.  Ted  Tollefson, M.Div., M.S.
Besides parish and consulting ministry, I teach  Jungian psychology at Metro State
University and world religions at United Theological Seminary.  My approach to
counseling emphasizes  establishing trust, listening,questions, articulating implicit
images and stories.  I often include recommendations for self-care via meditation,
yoga,  t'ai chi and chi gong.  After two or three sessions, I make a referral
to our  network of local therapists and counselors.
CONTACT:  via e-mail: revted9@earthlink.net

Nellie Moore, WyseWomen, LLC
My work and passion has always been helping people to find their joy and doing so
from a foundation of wellbeing.  Compassion and loving kindness are the heart of
my work.  My background includes over 25 years in wellcare as a Certified Licensed
Massage Therapist, Licensed HeartMath® 1 on 1 Provider, Licensed Wellness Inventory
© Coach, and Reiki Master Teacher.  My private practice focus is primarily women
and women's wellcare.  Referral to a network of local providers may be immediate
depending upon the naure of the request or after two to three sessions.  www.wysewomen.com
CONTACT: Nellie Moore via e-mail:  philae@sbcglobal.net

Rev. Nancy Holden, M Div, D Min
I serve as Executive Director of Healthy Communities and Recovery Network, a non-profit
agency giving support to families affected by alcoholism and chemical dependency,
and also working to protect children and youth from tobacco, alcohol, and drugs.
I have thirty years experience in local church ministry and pastoral counseling,
especially around the issues of addiction and codependency.   
CONTACT: Rev. Nancy Holden via e-mail:  d.n.holden@comcast.net

Nancy B. Miller, J.D. 
As a jury trial attorney in the child welfare field for over 15 years, I’ve learned
a lot about people.  I try to be guided in all I do by following this adapted principle
from “The Challenge Intervention Program“  Every individual is entitled to be treated
with respect and dignity, every day.  Restorative Justice is why I went to law school.
My philosophy: THANK GOD WE ARE HERE TOGETHER NOW, WHAT A BLESSING!     
Happy to listen to a friend in need of a respectful, confidential ear, and can refer on
to others.  Enjoy singing.
CONTACT: Nancy Miller via e-mail:  nancy@millerattorneys.com

Paula Lugar, MA, OTR/L
As a member of the caring circle, I can help you with health care advocacy, resources
for coping with chronic health problems, parenting kids with and without special
needs, and advocacy for education services.  My focus is always on acknowledging
and discovering your innate wisdom rather than offering advice.  I've worked
with kids and families as an occupational therapist for over 30 years. I've
expanded my practice to include working with adults in the area of wellness.  In
my private practice at Eclectic Energetics Resource Collaborative (EERC), I work
with kids and adults to improve posture and movement and reduce pain.  I also work
with kids to improve coping skills, become more resilient, and enhance social skills
and learning. I have a special interest in kids with autism and Asperger's syndrome
and kids and adults with attention deficit disorder.
CONTACT: Paula via e-mail Paula@EclecticEnergetics.com  

Gail Behr MSAOM, LAc, Dipl. O.M. (NCCAOM)  Eclectic Energetics Resource Collaborative Ltd
Facilitate activities for nourishing  mind/body/spirit connection.  Appreciative
Inquiry & listening.  Simple techniques for alleviating stress, pain,  depression/
anxiety in people and animal companions.  Referrals to appropriate providers if
needed.  Private human practice in acupuncture, massage, herbals, foods & qi
gong provided in a community setting.  www.EclecticEnergetics.com
Private animal practice in body & ground work.  www.BehrElements.com
CONTACT: Gail via e-mail:   Gail@EclecticEnergetics.com


This page was updated 22 October 2007