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About the Collective

Welcome to the Lakes Area Wellness Collective

A space for connection, collaboration, and community care

The Lakes Area Wellness Collective is a community-driven network of wellness practitioners rooted in connection, collaboration, and shared growth.

Created to bring together practitioners across Detroit Lakes, Wadena, Alexandria, Fergus Falls, and surrounding communities, this collective is a space where meaningful relationships form--both between practitioners and within the communities they serve.

Our mission is to cultivate connection and elevate the wellness community by creating opportunities for collaboration, education, and authentic gathering spaces where individuals can grow, support one another, and expand their impact.

Through local meet + connects, events, and evolving opportunities, we are building something that honors both the individuality of each practitioner and the power of coming together.

Our Connection to the FM Wellness Collective

The Lakes Area Wellness Collective is a regional chapter of the FM Wellness Collective, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering wellness practitioners while connecting communities with holistic resources.

As part off this larger network, we are aligned in a shared mission--while bringing this work to life in a way that reflects the unique rhythm and needs of the Lakes Area.

Four Directions, One Circle of Care

Our Values

Community

Wellness is strengthened in community-- when we come together, we all benefit. We aim to create a culture of well-being in the Lakes Area, where individuals are inspired and empowered to lead healthier, happier lives.

Collaboration

The Lakes Area Wellness Collective provides a platform for practitioners to connect, collaborate, and cultivate a supportive environment.

Empowerment

 We empower wellness practitioners to thrive in their careers and empower individuals to take control of their well-being.

Inclusivity

We are committed to making wellness services accessible to all members of our community.  We seek out opportunities to work with and support under represented populations.

Visibility

We enhance the visibility of wellness modalities and practitioners in the Lakes Area to promote awareness and accessibility.

Integrity

We hold the collective and practitioners to a level of integrity that speaks to our values, ensuring ethical and responsible practices.

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Lakes Area Leadership (Emerging)

The Lakes Area Wellness Collective is currently in the process of building a local leadership team rooted in integrity, collaboration, and community care.

As this chapter continues to grow, we are intentionally building a leadership team rooted in integrity, collaboration, and a shared vision for this work. To help guide and support this work in a meaningful way.

In the meantime, we remain connected to and supported by the broader FM Wellness Collective leadership.

 

Cassandra Brausen

Chapter Director
Community Connector & Facilitator

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Lakes Area Wellness Collective 2026

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