NorthLakes will host an official ribbon cutting ceremony for its new Oconto healthcare facility on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The event celebrates the successful opening of the 10,000-square-foot clinic, which has expanded critical healthcare services for Oconto and the surrounding community. The ribbon cutting will take place at the…
The NorthLakes 100 Who Care Sawyer County launched its first collective giving event of the year, demonstrating the power of community philanthropy. This grassroots initiative unites members who combine resources, identify local needs, and collaboratively determine funding recipients. The membership selected the Stone Lake Historical Society to receive $10,000 in the Arts, Literacy, and Museum…
NorthLakes Community Clinic provides inclusive care in Turtle Lake in a region where healthcare access can be challenging. As one of 20 clinics across 19 Wisconsin communities, the Turtle Lake location exemplifies the mission of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) to deliver quality care regardless of ability to pay. “We believe everyone deserves access to…
The NorthLakes Community Clinic Ashland & Bayfield Counties 100 Who Care membership selected the Cheq Bay Community Radio to receive $10,000 for the Arts, Literacy and Museum category. Operating as WVCB—the Voice of Chequamegon Bay—this volunteer-driven radio station serves nine communities on the South Shore of Lake Superior. The station addresses challenges common to rural…
NorthLakes is pleased to announce the addition of Krysty Damrow-Schmidt, DC, to its healthcare team at the Park Falls location. A Park Falls native, Krysty brings over five years of specialized experience in family chiropractic care, serving patients of all ages, from infants to seniors. Krysty earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Northwestern Health…
NorthLakes has launched the 2025 “100 Who Care” giving circle season and invites community members to join this impactful philanthropic movement. Based on the successful national 100 Who Care Alliance model, this initiative transforms individual donations into significant community investments. A Simple Concept with Powerful Results The “100 Who Care” model operates on a straightforward…
NorthLakes Community Clinic is pleased to announce that Naomi Adams, LCSW, a distinguished mental health professional with over a decade of clinical experience, has joined the behavioral health team in Oconto. With a master’s degree in clinical social work from the University of St. Thomas and St. Catherine and specialized training in Attachment Therapy and…
Britt Schmitt, OTR/L, joins the pediatric occupational therapy team in Ashland and has extensive experience and a patient-centered approach. Britt brings a wealth of knowledge in sensory integration, emotional regulation, and motor skills development to the Ashland location. Britt recently completed her master’s in occupational therapy from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth,…
NorthLakes Community Clinic is more than just a newcomer to Eau Claire County; it is a committed, long-term neighbor. Following the closures of Prevea Health and Hospital Sisters Health System, the clinic responded to care gaps and improved access for underserved populations. Now, it has established a permanent fund with the Eau Claire Foundation. The…
NorthLakes announces plans to consolidate and expand its healthcare services in Rice Lake at a new, integrated facility while relocating its Birchwood clinic operations to the same location. After opening its doors in January 2025, the 1051 West Avenue Rice Lake facility serves behavioral health patients. By June, it will include dental care for all…
NorthLakes announced the opening of its new healthcare facility in Oconto, significantly expanding access to essential medical services for area residents. The 10,000-square-foot clinic adjacent to Bellin Health Oconto Hospital represents NLCC’s commitment to addressing critical healthcare needs in Oconto County. “Today marks a transformative moment for healthcare access in Oconto County,” said NorthLakes CEO…
Chiropractor Dane Laughlin, DC, is joining NorthLakes Community Clinic at its Park Falls location. Dr. Laughlin brings over three decades of experience in chiropractic care to serve the community in northern Wisconsin. A graduate of Northwestern College of Chiropractic, his expertise is enhanced by specialized certifications in nutritional counseling and orthopedics. Throughout his career, Dr.…