The purpose of the LAC's is to provide an opportunities for consumer and family voices to be heard. Each county in our region has an advisory council that meets with consumers and providers on a monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly schedule.
If you are interested in learning more about the councils, please contact them directly. All of the Region 7E Local Advisory Councils are listed below.
Legislation
The LAC Is mandated to include persons who have received mental health services as children, adults, or family members.
The primary purpose of the LAC is to provide an opportunity for consumer and family voices to be heard.
Mission
Identify needs. Seek input from parents, former consumers, providers and others about mental health needs in the area.
Inform. Identify for the county board where mental health services are available in the county, and how to access those services.
Recommend. LAC members make recommendations to the county board regarding unmet health needs in Chisago county.
Plan. The LAC is to be involved in mental health planning for the county.
Report. The LAC is to report recommendations regarding the local mental health system to the state advisory council on mental health.
The Chisago LAC is currently meeting in person at the Main Street Church, 6500 Main St, North Branch, MN 55056 every other month on the 2nd Wednesday from 1:00 - 2:00pm.
Meeting Schedule | Minutes:
- January 15, 2025
- March 12, 2025
- May 14, 2025
- July 9, 2025
- September 10, 2025
- November 12, 2025
1.8.24 Minutes
5.8.24
9.11.24
11.13.24
“Working to improve the mental health system in Isanti County”
Who are we? The Isanti County LAC is a group of community members, including individuals with lived experience, family members, and mental health providers who work together on issues that affect adults and children with mental health struggles in our community.
The goal of the Local Advisory Council (LAC) is to connect with all community stakeholders to receive feedback on services, as well as gaps and needs. Additionally, we seek feedback to inform improvements and determine what services are working, and where we should focus new development!
What do we do?
- Work together to present ideas to the Region 7E AMHI Governing Board and the Isanti County Board about mental health gaps and needs in our community.
- Share ideas and resources about mental health: local resources and agencies, conferences, training programs, and other information.
Where? Cambridge Public Library- the lower level Great Northern Meeting Room (300)
Who? Meetings are open to the public! See dates below.
If you would like more information or have questions, please reach out to the LAC Liaison with Isanti County, Regan Miller. She can be reached by calling 763-689-8198 or email regan.miller@co.isanti.mn.us
There is a $60 per meeting stipend available to individuals with lived experience who attend!
Need help with transportation to the meeting? Call us and we’ll try to help!
2025 Meeting Dates:
Meetings are held from 3:00pm-4:00pm the 3rd Thursday each quarter Cambridge Public Library lower level Great Northern Meeting Room (300) 2025 Dates: January 15 April 17 July 17 October 16Kanabec County LAC is held the 4th Tuesday of each month from 12:30pm-2:00pm at the Kanabec Co. Family Services Building. Meeting locations may vary in the summer months.
Individuals interested in attending may contact Rhonda at (320) 679-6369 Rhonda.bergstadt@kanabeccountymn.gov for more information.
Kanabec County Social Services Bldg. Room 101
905 Forest Ave E, Mora, MN 55051
The Mille Lacs County Local Advisory council is made up of consumers, advocates, family members, and professionals, who come together to share information, support each other, and find ways to improve mental health services.
We meet on the following schedule:
3rd Thursday of the month in Feb. April, June, August, Oct, & Dec
1:00-2:30pm
Lighthouse Child and Family Services- 150 10th St NW Suite 2, Milaca, MN 56353
The Pine County Local Advisory Council (LAC) consists of members in the community and meets monthly:
2nd Tuesday of the month
11:00am-12:00pm
Pine City Senior Center
670 Main St S, Pine City, MN 55063