“I want people to feel like they can sit in the space, have a cup of tea, and let their stress go. When people feel more connected to themselves and their community, it creates a better world.” That’s the message from Dr. Maura Dawgert, LAc (licensed acupuncturist) and DAOM (Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine), the founder and owner of newsletter advertiser Wild Hearts Wellness (4230 NE Fremont Street, 971-400-6063). See their ad below.
Wild Hearts Wellness is a clinic that offers several services—from acupuncture, massage, and herbal medicine, to nutrition counseling, yoga, and Pilates. But just as important to Dr. Dawgert is how her business doubles as a community center, offering event space for people hosting classes in areas such as art, comedy, music, photography, and pottery.
“Community to me means to support. We live in a culture where people feel isolated and unsupported. We’re offering a place where people gather and connect, as well as learn from amazing, well-educated teachers and receive treatment from compassionate highly trained providers,” said Dr. Dawgert.
Not surprisingly, the neighborhood showed its support from day one.
“We have received amazing support from this neighborhood. Green Dog and The Arrangement were so supportive, and Beaumont Hardware so great with advice on quick fixes for our space. Talented Beaumont Hardware staff member Raithon also provided a few of his paintings to help decorate our space.”
Dr. Dawgert, who works with patients on pain management, women’s health and fertility, as well as mental and emotional health, was drawn to opening Wild Hearts Wellness as a result of close family events: “I was taking classes in Qigong, acupressure, and Chinese philosophy. During that time, my cousin was diagnosed with breast cancer. Through that process, I knew I wanted to offer people an alternative to Western medicine. I want to take care of the caretakers. They are such an important piece of community and support.”
The community support expands beyond the company’s physical walls. Every month, Wild Hearts Wellness donates $1 per student to a local charity.
What’s ahead for 2020? Wild Hearts Wellness is looking to support the Beaumont community even more, including offering workplace wellness workshops for small businesses around town.
“What the community needs, I want to offer in some way, shape, or form. Everyone is welcome here.”