Joel Corcoran: Welcome, Needed, and Valued: The Clubhouse Approach

Send us a text Clubhouse International is transforming lives through intentional communities where people with mental illness rebuild their lives after disruption and isolation. Joel Corcoran joins us to tell the Clubhouse story. • Clubhouse International operates 377 clubhouses across 32 countries using a specific 37-standard model • Members voluntarily participate in work-ordered days that provide structure, purpose, and skill development • Employment program achieves 40% employment rate compared to national average of 15% for people with mental illness • Education support helps members return to school at all levels from basic adult education through advanced degrees • Members receive assistance with housing, healthcare access, and rebuilding social connections • Clubhouses reduce hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, and early mortality while improving overall wellbeing • Members determine their own level of participation based on their needs and recovery journey • Future goal is to triple the number of clubhouses by 2030 to reach more isolated individuals Visit clubhouse-intl.org to find a clubhouse in your community, take a tour, volunteer, or advocate for expanded mental health resources. https://tonymantor.com https://Facebook.com/tonymantor https://instagram.com/tonymantor https://twitter.com/tonymantor https://youtube.com/tonymantormusic intro/outro music bed written by T. Wild Why Not Me the World music published by Mantor Music (BMI) The content on Why Not Me: Embracing Autism amd Mental Health Worldwide, including discussions on mental health, autism, and related topics, is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not reflect those of the podcast, its hosts, or affiliates. Why Not Me is not a medical or mental health professional and does not endorse or verify the accuracy, efficacy, safety of any treatments, programs, or advice discussed. Listeners should consult qualified healthcare professionals, such as licensed therapists, psychologists, or physicians, before making decisions about mental health or autism- related care. Reliance on this podcast's contents is at the listener's own risk. Why Not Me is not liable for any outcomes, financial or otherwise, resulting from actions taken based on the information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.