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Creating Community:
Changing the World of Mental Health
There simply are not enough resources today for everyone with a mental illness who needs help. It’s a crisis situation and the numbers are growing. We help start and grow Clubhouses globally where people can go to get their lives back.
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Mattie: "A Clubhouse Is Invaluable to Anyone with a Serious Mental Disorder"
Announcing: NEW Board of Advisors
Looking to expand Clubhouse rehabilitation programs more broadly across more countries and communities, Clubhouse International recently formed a new Board of Advisors. We are pleased to announce that five respected experts in their fields have joined this new board, which will provide advice and support for our global mission.
FAQ: What Is A Clubhouse?
A Clubhouse is a community-based membership organization designed to support people living with mental illness. Usually open daily from morning to evening, members gain free access to opportunities to rejoin the worlds of friendship, family, employment and education, and to the services and support they may individually need to continue their recovery.
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There is significant research substantiating the effectiveness of the Clubhouse model and the added benefits of Clubhouse Accreditation.
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career opportunities
Pathways Clubhouse seeks Program Director
Position based in Richmond, BC
Lantern House seeks Clubhouse Generalist
Position based in Bronx, NY
Our Impact
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proven model works everywhere
100,000
people/year are reached by 320+ Clubhouses in 34 countries
more jobs
42%
employment rate at Accredited Clubhouses annually – double the rate for people in the public mental health system
cost effective
One year of holistic recovery services are delivered to Clubhouse members for the same cost as a 2-week psychiatric hospital stay
reduced incarcerations
Criminal justice system involvement is substantially diminished during and after Clubhouse membership
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Clubhouses powerfully demonstrate that people with mental illness can and do lead productive, happy lives. Each Clubhouse we open touches +/- 500 people in need!
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Imagine if you had a place to go where you felt accepted, understood, hopeful AND that helped you get a job, go back to school or find a home. That is what Clubhouses offer.