 For more than 30 years, Solidara, formerly the Teamsters Service Bureau, has been a trusted resource for individuals and families facing life’s unexpected challenges. As an independent non-profit human service agency, we are proud to serve Teamster members, their families, and dislocated workers, providing support, guidance, and opportunity when it’s needed most.
Life does not always go as planned. Unexpected setbacks, such as job loss, financial hardship, or personal challenges, can make it difficult to maintain stability and move forward. At Solidara, we believe that no one should have to face these challenges alone. Our team is committed to providing compassionate support and practical resources that help individuals regain confidence, rebuild stability, and continue leading productive lives.
We are here to provide help when and where you need it most.
More About the Service Bureau
Dislocated Worker Program
Losing your job can be one of the most challenging events in your life. Job loss can cause economic hardship and add stress to your life. The Teamsters Service Bureau's employment services division, Minnesota Job Partners, has funds available to help laid-off workers get retrained and re-employed! Our concern is to recognize the worth of each individual and to preserve a worker's dignity after a job loss.
Family Services Program
The Teamsters Service Bureau has been assisting Teamster members and their families for over 28 years as an independent non-profit human service agency.
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Teamsters Food Shelf
HOURS:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays
9:00am - 2:00pm
The Teamsters Helping Teamsters Food Shelf assists Teamster members and their families that may be experiencing hardship and in need of some extra assistance.
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Addiction
Addiction is more common than most people think. No one chooses to become addicted. And it's difficult to shed addiction without help and support. It's smart to ask for help to regain self-control. If you need to talk to someone about addiction, our therapists can help you create a plan to conquer it. Call us, we're here for you at (612) 676-3700.
- Alcohol
- Drugs
- Gambling
- Screen time
- Toxic relationships
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Eldercare Assistance
We can help seniors and family caregivers face the challenges of aging. Our eldercare consultants can connect you with resources to age in place. They can also help you decide when it’s time to move out of your home and into senior living. Caregiving responsibilities can be daunting for family members who work and have families of their own. Our experts can help the whole family figure out how to share caregiving responsibilities. We can assist you with:
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Depression
Going to a therapist when you're feeling sad or overwhelmed should be as normal as going to the doctor when you have the flu. Through the Teamsters Service Bureau, you are eligible for three counseling sessions. Services are free and confidential.
- Persistent sad, anxious, or empty mood
- Feelings of hopelessness
- Loss of interest in ordinary activities
- Disturbances in eating and sleep patterns
- Restlessness or irritability
- Thoughts of suicide
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Anger Management
Anger is everywhere—and it has real risks. It’s no surprise that anger is a powerful emotion that can get us into a deep hole. Taming anger is hard if you don’t have the tools to understand exactly why it’s there and how to transcend it. But you can create a better outcome if you understand your trigger buttons and control how you respond when they’re pushed. Our professional licensed counselors can help you gain a better understanding of the root of the problem and the tools to make personal changes. Are you ready to take control of your anger? Counselors are available to support you with:
- Staying cool when anger heats up
- Understanding how anger affects all areas of your life
- Gaining control in anger stimulating situations
- Learning strategies for managing anger now and in the future
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Family Services
Have you ever felt helpless? Not sure what direction to take? Financial or chemical abuse problems seem too much to overcome? Not sure where to turn for assistance? There is a beacon in the storm: the Minnesota Teamsters Service Bureau.
It's not uncommon for workers and their families to have personal problems that get in the way of leading productive lives. At the Minnesota Teamsters Service Bureau, you will receive confidential, professional assistance in a broad range of human services.
We offer a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can discuss your problems. Our trained Service Bureau staff will help you define your problems and develop a plan to help you resolve them. Our Family Services program is open to active and retired Teamsters and their families. The MN Teamsters Service Bureau can help you and your family with many issues, including:?
- Drug and alcohol abuse or compulsive gambling
- Personal, adolescent, and family counseling
- Financial and budgeting issues
- Credit, housing, and food problems
- Family violence, rape, and crime victimization
- Literacy and other educational needs
The Family Services program also provides in-service training for companies and union stewards in a variety of human service areas, including family violence, chemical dependency, retirement planning, budgeting, and sexual harassment. We have Family Services locations throughout Minnesota.
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Financial Counseling
Everyone worries about money. Does your paycheck disappear before you receive it? Are your credit cards maxed out? Are you stressed about money? Are you wondering if you can afford to retire? If so, you have access to certified financial counselors who can help with a wide range of financial issues?
- Budgeting and savings plans
- Debt management plans
- Mortgage modifications and foreclosure concerns
- Pre-bankruptcy counseling
- Retirement planning
- Student loan review
- Tips to improve your credit score
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Teamsters Credit Union
In the Spirit of Union Pride:
Teamsters Credit Union pledges to help hard-working Teamsters and their families by offering fair and simple loans. As a direct union-benefit provider, we are dedicated to building lifelong financial relationships with our members by offering superior service to our members - one member at a time.
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Stress
Life does not always go smoothly. All of us experience times when problems affect the way we function at work and at home. At times our personal problems can be overwhelming and we need assistance. Counseling is available to help overcome these obstacles! Call us if you're experiencing any of the following:
- Do you always feel tired or have trouble sleeping?
- Do you have frequent headaches, stomachaches, colds, or muscle pains?
- Are you often impatient with family members or co-workers?
- Do noisy situations drive you crazy?
- Are you feeling a sense of helplessness or hopelessness?
- Do you over-react to others' mistakes?
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Legal Services
The Teamsters Service Bureau can help you connect to an experienced attorney in your area for most types of legal issues.
The Service Bureau provides one free 30 minute consultation available over the phone or in person, with an attorney who specializes in your issue. If your situation requires ongoing legal services, Teamster members receive a discount on the legal fees.
Free consultations and discounted attorney rates for Teamster members on issues such as:
- Wills, trusts, conservatorship
- Child support, adoption, custody
- Garnishments, loans, consumer complaints
- DWI/DUI, traffic violations, accidents
- Landlord/tenant and leasing issues
- Misdemeanor and felony charges
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Relationships
If your relationship is struggling, there is hope. With the right support, even the deepest hurt can heal. Unhealthy patterns can be broken, communication can be strengthened, and trust can be rebuilt. Our Service Bureau provides three free counseling sessions with a professional relationship therapist. Our therapists can meet in-person or virtually with individuals, couples, or families. They’re here to help you create an action plan to get your relationship through the storm. We offer a variety of counseling services:
- Relationship and marriage
- Pre-marriage and remarriage
- Blending families
- Divorce and child custody
- Support for kids during divorce
- Support for single parents
- Gender identity and expression
- Infertility
- Adoption
- Other family issues
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Page Last Updated: Jul 06, 2026 (08:05:44)
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