Welcome to Fresh Start Clubhouse ~ (FreshStart Clubhouse)

Welcome to Fresh Start Clubhouse ~

Where friends work together in dignity and respect

Fresh Start is a community, intentionally designed as an environment for people with severe mental illness to develop self-efficacy and resiliency in their struggle to recover their lives and participate in society. The organization and operation are shared by members and staff on a side-by-side basis; all activities are solely for the benefit of the community. Members plan, organize and participate in a variety of social, educational and community functions. Members also vote on activities, executive decisions, rules and how they will make use of the clubhouse.

Fresh Start is based on the Fountain House model of psychosocial rehabilitation where members provide mutual support and encouragement to celebrate accomplishments and regain self confidence. They move beyond their illness by focusing on strengths, talents and abilities rather than symptoms. Membership is free.

ICCD Standard of the Week10

15) The work-ordered day engages members and staff together, side-by-side, in the running of the Clubhouse. The Clubhouse focuses on strengths, talents and abilities; therefore, the work-ordered day must not include medication clinics, day treatment or therapy programs within the Clubhouse.

Word of the Month

January - Commitment

OUR MISSION

Fresh Start Clubhouse is an intentional community for adults living with mental illness that focuses on wellness and abilities.

The Clubhouse promotes recovery through opportunities for members to work, learn and contribute their talents to our community of mutual support.

Fresh Start Clubhouse: Famous Persons with Mental Illness

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