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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"
Virtual Work-Ordered Day
Many Clubhouses have maintained regular schedules and virtual Work-Ordered Days since closing. We've received some excellent examples of how these work for members. Click here for the Independence Center (Missouri) daily virtual Clubhouse schedule, and here for the daily schedule of San Antonio Clubhouse (Texas).
Addressing Racism & Social Injustice
June 1, 2020: Executive Director Joel D. Corcoran released a statement today, saying, "...in response to the social virus of systemic racism, we must all now sharpen our focus, raise our voices and join the movement for change. Most importantly, we can choose love and kindness over hate and fear."
World Seminar 2019 Speeches
Over 400 people from over 100 Clubhouses in 20 countries attended Clubhouse International's World Seminar 2019 in Norway last September. The broad array of presentations and networking opportunities provided a rich learning opportunity for our global colleagues.
FAQ: What Is A Clubhouse?
A Clubhouse is a free, community-based membership organization aimed at helping people living with mental illness around the world regain a respected place in society through work, education, wellness and community.
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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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Our Impact
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proven model works everywhere
100,000
people/year are reached by 320+ Clubhouses in 34 countries
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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.