What is a Local Advisory Council?

A local Advisory Council (LAC) is made up of a diverse group of individuals that are representative of the community they serve.

LACs provide recommendations specific to changes, additions and improvements to the local mental health delivery system impacting individuals with lived mental health experiences, other community members, community partners, and service providers.

Every County in Minnesota is required by law to have a Local Advisory Council.

Regional Local Advisory Council Membership

Regional Local Advisory Countil (LAC) is comprised of Aitkin, Crow Wing, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena Counties. Members including the following:

  • Individuals with lived mental health experience
  • Family members of an adult with lived mental health experience
  • Representative of a Community Support Services Program
  • Mental Health Professional
  • Members of Region V+ Adult Mental Health

What are the functions of the Regional Local Advisory Council?

LACs empower individuals with lived mental health experience and their families to lead toward improvement of the local mental health systems and community services.

LACs offer advice and recommendations on the local mental health system on what is and is not working for the community to their respective County Representatives.

LACs increase the understanding and acceptance of mental health diagnoses, increase awareness of mental health resources and services, and how to access the services.

Region V+ Regional Mental Health Local Advisory Council networks and collaborates with Aitkin, Crow Wing, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena County LACs for event planning, educational opportunities, and technical support.

Regional LAC Meeting Dates

2026
  • January 15th 1-2:30pm
  • February 19th 6-7:30pm
  • March 19th 1-2:30pm
  • April 16th 6-7:30pm
  • May 21st 1-2:30pm
  • June 18th 6-7:30pm
  • July 16th 1-2:30pm
  • August 20th 6-7:30pm
  • September 17th 1-2:30pm
  • October 15th 6-7:30pm
  • November 19th 1-2:30pm
  • December 17th 6-7:30pm
Location:

Zoom via link:
Click here to join Zoom Meeting

In-person:
Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity
415 8th Ave NE
Brainerd, MN 56401

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Regional LAC Downloads

Regional LAC Bylaws
Regional LAC Brochure