The remoteness of the Ely Area is offset by the dedication of the professionals and volunteers who work to connect people with the variety of services to meet their comprehensive wellness needs. 

If you need assistance identifying or accessing services in the Ely Area, Clubhouse Program Director Robyn Bertelsen can assist you.  Contact Robyn at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 218.235.9539

Pathways to Wellness MN link
Pathways to Wellness is a Free, Person-Centered, and Confidential Service for the Ely Babbitt, and Tower Communities.  Go to this website to find resources for mental and behavioral health challenges. 

There are Care Facilitators located within Ely Community Resource, Essentia Clinic-Ely, and Well Being Development.  

 Pathways to Wellness Index of Resources: Connect with Regional and Local Resources and Services

NAMI of MN (National Alliance of Mental Illness)   www.namihelps.org

 NAMI Minnesota offers education, support and advocacy. NAMI Minnesota vigorously promotes the development of community mental health programs and services, improved access to services, increased opportunities for recovery, reduced stigma and discrimination, and increased public understanding of mental illness.                                                  

Other Key Resource Links

Mental Health America  www.nmha.org

Mental Health Association of Minnesota  www.mentalhealthmn.org

Minnesota Disability Law Center   www.mndlc.org

National Empowerment Center  www.power2u.org

National Institute of Mental Health   www.nimh.nih.gov