WHAT IS A CLUBHOUSE?
Crossroads Clubhouse is a work-focused, peer-supported and socially inclusive community which supports adults who have suffered from a mental illness. Those who attend the Clubhouse are members and volunteer in any number of tasks which are essential in the running of our organisation. This includes administration tasks, gardening, maintenance, facilitating meetings and providing meals and sustenance to other members.
Hence the focus of Crossroads Clubhouse is recovery through work. We believe this is an extremely valuable tool in enabling those who have suffered from a mental health condition to gain confidence, meaningful relationships, social inclusion, practical skills and, most importantly, paid employment in the community.
The Clubhouse also acts as a hub which can provide information and support for those needing help with housing, welfare, education and employment. Much of this support and information is provided by other members who have lived through and overcome similar obstacles. This sense of community is key to the success of the Clubhouse and in many cases lifelong friendships are made and cemented here.
We now know that mental illness will affect 1 in 5 New Zealanders, making it one of the foremost health challenges for the 21st century. We also know that there are few organizations which provide support once clinical services are no longer required. Crossroads Clubhouse is one of these organizations and we are committed to providing our members with opportunities to live as fully functioning members of their community.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011, umbraco_system