Crow Wing County LAC

10/18/2025

Come see us at the Westgate Mall today!
Learn about the LAC, grab some swag, or take a survey about mental health awareness and satisfaction in Region 5!
To take the survey, see link below!

We’re here at Operation Community Connect-Crow Wing County at the Westgate Mall!
Come see us to hear about Acquire, The Agricultural Mental Health Program, and Crow Wing County LAC! And to grab some fidgets, stickers, or other fun items.
9am-2pm

10/18/2025

🩵 Wondering how you can help? 🩵

We’re often asked what’s needed most for the individuals and families staying at the Louise Seliski Shelter. All basic needs are provided free of charge to our residents—many of whom arrive with little or nothing at all.

As seasons change and new guests arrive, so do our needs. Below is our Current Needs List (October 2025) along with ongoing essentials that support survivors on their journey to healing and independence.

📍 Drop-off location: 1414 Maple Street, Brainerd
⏰ Please deliver before 6 PM and avoid Wednesdays (our busiest day).
📞 Questions or need help with a donation? Call us at (218) 828-1216 — we’re happy to assist.

💛 Thank you for standing with survivors and supporting RSA!

🛍️ Current Shelter Needs:

CLOTHING 7 MISCELLANEOUS
• Women’s shoes (sizes 10–12)
• Pillows
• Phone chargers & power boxes (Type C & iPhone)
• Queen bedding sets
• Pots & pans
• Swiffer sweepers
• Pet leashes
• Welcome mats
• Bathroom rugs
• Home organizing items
• High school/college calculators
• Sporting goods
• Legos
• Wireless headphones

OFFICE, BUILDING & GROUNDS
• Stamps
• White copy paper
• Tissue boxes
• Dry erase markers
• White-out correction tape

GIFT CARDS
• Gas
• Grocery
• Pet supplies
• Hardware stores
• Entertainment

• Dry-erase markersine or explore more ways to help? Visit: relationshipsafety.org/give

10/16/2025

We are on! Join us if you can, sorry I was late ☺️

10/11/2025

See you at Westgate mall, Saturday 18 from 9-2!

🛍️ Vendor Spotlight: Crow Wing County Local Mental Health Advisory Council (CWLAC)
Operation Community Connect Crow Wing CountyCrow Wing County is proud to welcome the Local Mental Health Advisory Council (CWLAC) to Operation Community Connect during Brainerd Family's YMCA Coats for Kids on Saturday, October 18th from 9 AM–2 PM at Westgate Mall.

The CWLAC exists to empower individuals with lived experiences of mental health, as well as parents and caregivers, by creating space for their voices to shape local systems. Through open dialogue and community engagement, the CWLAC works to improve mental health care by identifying what’s working—and what’s not.

🎯 Stop by to share your story, learn how to get involved, and discover how your lived experience can inform county and state policy. Whether you're a provider, parent, or community member, your insight matters.
The Community Effect

10/04/2025

🌟 SMART Recovery Meeting Tonight! 🌟

SMART Recovery Meeting #8179 tonight at 6:30–8:00 PM (note the new start time ⏰).

📍 Lord of Life Lutheran Church
6190 Fairview Rd N, Baxter, MN 56425

SMART Recovery is a safe, supportive space to find freedom from addictive substances and behaviors. We focus on self-empowerment, science-based tools, and peer support.

💡 Whether it’s your first meeting or you’ve been before, you are welcome here.

For questions: 📧 BLA.Smart.Recovery@gmail.com
More info: 🌐 www.SmartRecovery.org

✨ Come join us tonight and take the next step toward Life Beyond Addiction!

09/01/2025

09/01/2025

Have you experienced domestic violence? Healing is possible, and you don’t have to go through it by yourself.

Our weekly support group provides a safe, confidential space where you can share your story, find strength, and heal alongside others who understand.

✨ What you’ll find here:
Compassionate, non-judgmental support
Resources to guide your journey
Empowerment through connection and shared experiences

📅 When: Every Wednesday evening
📍 Where: Louise Seliski Shelter
📞 For details, call 218-828-1216

Please consider sharing this post—your share might reach someone who needs it most. 💜

08/10/2025

See us at the Relationship Safety Alliance Kids day at Gregory Park!
11-2
Learn about CWC LAC and take a survey to help us see what gaps are happening in our community.

06/11/2025

Note: meeting change next week from Thursday to Monday!
LAC meeting June 16 at 1pm.
In person or
Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/96599374884?pwd=WjE5YUZjUTQyeXVhVHRSLytrclcydz09

Meeting ID: 965 9937 4884
Passcode: 450972

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05/16/2025

REG 5+ Lac is looking for ideas for Special Events. Anything from a Hike, Fishing, cook outs, trips to museums, games, Zoo's... Please leave in comments any ideas you have.

Send a message to learn more

04/26/2025

You Matter! Community Event Reminder

Hey friends! 🌟 Just a friendly reminder that our amazing community event is coming up in one week!

Don't forget to register TODAY so we can make sure we have enough food for everyone! Nothing worse than hungry guests, right? 😊

https://crowwingenergized.org/events-classes/