Lexington House of Elkhart

Clubhouses provide members with opportunities to return to paid employment in integrated work settings through both transitional employment and independent employment programs. Through the work-ordered day at the clubhouse, members are given help in accessing the best quality services in their community. Help is given to members in acquiring and keeping affordable and dignified housing, psychiatric and general medical services, government disability benefits, and any other needed services. Because of the way clubhouses function, socialization becomes a natural part of a member's experience. When active members do not attend clubhouse, colleagues will "reach-out" with phone calls, cards or other correspondence to remind them they are missed and needed at the clubhouse. Clubhouses encourage wellness through opportunities to learn about good nutrition, through physical activities, such as daily walks and providing regular social activities outside the work-ordered day. Served 78 people this year.