Meeting the Need in Owatonna: A Bigger, Better Space for Community Care

HealthFinders is expanding in Owatonna. And it’s not just about more space—it’s about building community, stronger partnerships, and better access to care for the people who need it most. 

Starting in January 2026 (and possibly sooner), HealthFinders will begin seeing patients in a newly remodeled clinic space inside Oak Hill Community Connections. The expanded space will allow the team to grow medical, dental, and mental health services—and to care for more people, right where they are.  

This expansion is timely as HFC has been seeing an increasing number of patients from Owatonna, growing 80% in the last two years. 

A Natural Partnership 

HealthFinders had been providing services from a small clinic in the same building when Oak Hill Community Connections purchased it. Oak Hill has a vision: a one-stop hub where people can access health care, housing, food, mental health support, and more—all under one roof. 

That vision matches HealthFinders’ way of working. 

“Oak Hill is all about the community,” said Daisey Sanchez, HFC’s Associate Director. “Their mission to bring services together aligns with how we’ve always worked in Northfield and Faribault—through partnerships.” 

Together, HealthFinders and Oak Hill began planning for a bigger, better space to meet growing needs. 

What’s Changing 

The new clinic space—still inside the same building—is a major upgrade. It was designed with patients, providers, and community in mind. 

HealthFinders will now have: 

• 3 medical exam rooms 

• 3 private dental chairs (instead of two in one small, shared room) 

• A lab 

• 2 mental health suites 

• A conference room, provider offices, and more staff space 

  
  

“Right now, our Owatonna patients have to drive to Faribault for lab work. That’s tough. The new lab will make a big difference,” Daisey explained. 

The new clinic will be more spacious, more private, and more comfortable. It will also allow for more consistent provider schedules in Owatonna—and ease the load on clinics in Faribault and Northfield. 

A crew member is installing cabinets at the Owatonna clinic.

HealthFinders is also excited to welcome dental students from Mankato State University and University of Minnesota to the expanded dental clinic, offering learning opportunities and increasing access for patients. 

Built For and With Community 

This expansion is possible thanks to trusted relationships—and a lot of collaboration. HealthFinders has worked closely with: 

• Oak Hill Community Connections, especially Jolayne Mohs and Gregg Draeger 

• Mohs Contracting, including Scott Mohs, site superintendent Shawn Selmecki and project lead Jake Borchert 

• Henry Schein, HFC’s longtime dental equipment partner. A special thank you goes to Tim Schafer and Kosta Moore.  

  
  

Daisey praised the hands-on support from Henry Schein. “They’ve been amazing—helping with planning, purchasing, and setup. I couldn’t have done it without them.” 

What’s Next 

Flooring and finishes are going in now. Dental equipment will be installed early November. If things stay on track, HealthFinders hopes to move in as early as late November or December—well ahead of the planned January 1, 2026 opening date. 

Once open, the new clinic will begin building its patient base—and its future. 

“We know there are people in Owatonna who need care and don’t know we’re here yet,” Daisey said. “Our focus in 2026 will be outreach—making sure people know about us so they can get the care they deserve.” 

HealthFinders’ approach has always been about more than clinics—it’s about relationships, trust, and showing up in community. And the community makes expansions like this possible, providing the $1.5 million it takes to fuel our mission each year.