Support Center
Invisible Wounds Project Support Center!
The Invisible Wounds Project Support Center is a safe, welcoming, and purpose-built space created specifically for veterans,police, fire, EMS, frontline medical staff, corrections, 911 dispatchers, and their families. It is a place where those carrying the weight of trauma, stress, and service can walk in without judgment and find connection, understanding, and support. The Support Center is designed to feel less like a clinical setting and more like a community, one where people can simply be themselves, build trust, and take meaningful steps toward healing alongside others who understand their experiences.
At the heart of the Support Center are the woodworking and art studios, which serve as powerful therapeutic spaces for creativity, focus, and connection. The woodworking studio offers hands-on, purpose-driven projects that allow participants to work with their hands, learn new skills, and experience a sense of accomplishment. For many, the rhythm and focus of woodworking provides grounding, stress relief, and a healthy outlet for processing difficult emotions while working side by side with peers.
The art studio provides additional creative outlets such as painting, drawing, ceramics, and other expressive mediums. These activities allow participants to express thoughts and emotions that may be difficult to put into words, supporting healing through creativity and self-expression. Both studios foster conversation, peer support, and a sense of belonging that reminds participants that healing does not have to happen alone.
The IWP Support Center offers more than programs, rather it provides a place of hope, connection, and restoration for those who have spent their lives caring for others.
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More Impactful Spaces Coming Soon!
In March 2026, we will unveil several exciting new spaces designed to enrich the experience of our members and staff. Our fully equipped kitchen will be a place to prepare meals, explore the culinary arts, and learn practical skills in a hands-on, supportive environment. The new workout space will foster health and wellness, offering opportunities for individual exercise and small group classes that build camaraderie and motivation. Finally, our small conference room, equipped with remote access technology, will allow up to 14 people to connect for webinars, meetings, and collaborative learning, expanding both knowledge and community connections.
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If you prefer to make a payment offline, you may mail a check to:
Invisible Wounds Project, 78 6th Ave SW #266, Forest Lake, MN 55025