Corner Clubhouse Gazette

Corner Clubhouse Gazette
Presented by the Corner Clubhouse
247 Maple Street, Attleboro, MA 02703
Phone: 508-431-4100 Fax: 508-431-9919
Director’s Report
Thankfully New Englanders had a much milder winter than last year, as it allowed the Corner Club House to
attend all of the community affairs over the past quarter, without any snow delays or cancellations. With
that being said, staff and members attend several events from January through March, beginning with the
Massachusetts Clubhouse Coalition board meeting on January 6th. Discussion of the upcoming MCC Exemplary Employer Awards, and the DMH data reporting, were priority topics for that meeting. On January
28th, all of FHR’s clubhouse directors, and Tom Couhig, FHR Corporate Director of Clubhouse Services,
attended the DMH employment initiative workshop at Worcester State. The clubhouses appreciate how
helpful and receptive DMH has been to trouble shoot any IT issues that we have been experiencing. Fortunately it seems as though we are continuing to be enlightened as to what some of the IT challenges have
been, and continuous progress in data reporting has been made. Corner Clubhouse was proud to report
100% accuracy in our employment data, with a 25% rate of employed members, for March. On February
10th, DMH scheduled an employment visit at the Corner Clubhouse, to collect information on how our clubhouse conducts orientations, and our employment program. Matt Cianci provided a very thorough outcomes report of this, and we were pleased that there were several favorable remarks about both aspects
of our clubhouse’s process for orientations and employment. February 25th was the DMH legislative
breakfast in Boston. Members and staff from the Corner Clubhouse attended the event, and stated that
once again there was standing room only at the State House, as it was so well-attended. The following
month, the Corner Club was at the State House for another one of our much anticipated events, the MCC
Exemplary Employer Awards on 03/29/16. This year we nominated Walmart in Raynham. Harry R. has
been working there, just under a year now, and they have been absolutely fabulous with their supports and
accommodations for Harry. Corner Club also has members working at two other Walmart Stores in the
Taunton / Attleboro area. Our last notable event for March, and the quarter, was a mock accreditation visit
with Clubhouse International Trainees. As part of their training, new accreditors are asked to visit a number of clubhouse and look for points of discussion that might be relevant during an accreditation process.
Members and staff from clubhouses in: MA, NY, and FLA, were welcomed at our program for a half-day
mock accreditation. This was a very positive experience which gave us the opportunity to gain some
further insight as to areas in which we can develop our clubhouse further, in preparation for our next Clubhouse International Accreditation. Corner Clubhouse will tentatively be planning this for some time in the
fall. Happy Spring from the Corner Clubhouse!
Karen Therrien
Program Director
Administration/Vocational Unit
Don from the Admin/
Voc. unit is getting
geared up for the
Clubhouse International accreditation
trainee’s visit. Yet, he
still has time to pause
and show off the
pearly whites!
A Visit from Clubhouse International trainees:
On March 30th, Corner Clubhouse was visited by some special guests from three
Clubhouses. Luis, Clubhouse Director from Club Success in Florida. Elizabeth,
Clubhouse Director from Lantern House in New
York. And Karen, member from Genesis Clubhouse in Worcester. They came to Corner Club
as part of their experiential accreditation curriculum. They spent the day here, meeting with
members and staff to learn more about three
specific areas of the Clubhouse International Standards
which included: The Work Ordered Day, Clubhouse Relationships, and Membership. This was a great experience for
all involved and we gained some additional valuable feedback about our clubhouse. “Ashley
L.”
Meet our Human
Rights’ Officers!
Jen (left) & Jenna
(right).
Jenna is the new member HRO.
“I am happy to be the members
Human Rights Officer. It’s a new
challenge for me as a member
and, I am excited to work on any
issues that may come up”.
Jenna P.
Culinary/Operations Unit
We were painting
The Kitchen this day, so
Paper products were used
for quick clean up!
CarlM.
M.
Carl
The Culinary Unit is back at it again, making all types of delicious meals. This one
was prepared by Dave A. & Carl M.
Chicken Fajita Friday “The process was easy. I cut up some green peppers, red
peppers, and onions. Dave cut up the chicken. We put it all together in a pan with
olive oil and different seasonings. Then cooked it up. We also used some Tortilla
wraps to put everything on after it was cooked.”
Carl M.
Ian B.
Part of the Culinary/Operations unit to keep up
with the general maintenance of the clubhouse. We
are Spring Cleaning, and have started with giving the clubhouse a
new coat of paint. Members and staff have been working together
to spiff up the place with fresh colors. It is nice to see everyone
working together to make sure that all the improvements are
done. We also are deep cleaning everything that is not tied down.
So watch out, if you stay in one place too long, you could be
cleaned too !
Anonymous……………………..
April 2016 Menu
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
1.
Chicken Fajita with rice
4.
5.
Ham and cheese sandwich w/ soup
11.
Mushroom chicken with
veggies
12.
Tuna Sandwich w/
veggie chips
18.
Salad with egg + meat
pita bread
19.
Turkey club with chips
25.
7.
Kielbasa soup w/ 1/2 sandwich
13.
Chicken soup w/ bread
20.
Baked chicken stuffing
& veggies
26.
Chicken salad
sandwich w/ sun
6.
Pepper, egg, mushroom
sub with onion rings
Cheeseburger soup w/
bread
27
Creamy chicken soup
with bread
8.
Spaghetti with meat
sauce and garlic bread
14.
Lasagna w/ Italian Bread
21.
Chicken broccoli alfredo
with garlic bread
28.
Egg Plant parmesan
over angel hair pasta
Turkey Burger with potato salad
15.
Hot Dogs w/ beans and
coleslaw
22.
Taco salad with fruit
29.
Salad w/tuna
and pita bread
Clubhouse Weekly Activities and Workshops
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
8:00am-8:30 am
Welcome & Sign In
8:00am-8:30 am
Welcome & Sign In
8:00am-8:30 am
Welcome & Sign In
8:00am-8:30 am
Welcome & Sign In
8:00am-8:30 am
Welcome & Sign In
8:30am-9:30 am
Unit Prep
8:30am-9:30 am
Unit Prep
8:30am-9:30 am
Unit Prep
8:30am-9:30 am
Unit Prep
8:30am-9:30 am
Unit Prep
9:30 am - 9:45 am
Morning Meeting & Unit
Meeting
9:30 am - 9:45 am
Morning Meeting & Unit
Meeting
9:30 am - 9:45 am
Morning Meeting &
House Meeting & Unit
Meeting
9:30 am - 9:45 am
Morning Meeting & Unit
Meeting
9:30 am - 9:45 am
Morning Meeting & Unit
Meeting
10:00 am
Put Bank Deposit
Together
10:30 am—11:30 am
Orientation New
Members
10:30 am—11:30 am
Job Club
10:30 am—11:30 am
Computer Lab
(Newsletter)
10:30 am—11:30 am
Clubhouse Discussions
10:00—12:00 Unit Work
10:30 am
Computer Lab
(Goals)
10:00am-12:00pm
Unit Work
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Unit Work
10:30 am—12:00 pm
Unit Work
10:00 am—12:00 pm
Unit Work
12:00 PM LUNCH
12:00 PM LUNCH
12:00 PM LUNCH
12:00 PM LUNCH
12:00 PM LUNCH
1:00 pm—2:00 pm
Deposit Banking & Salvation
Army
1:00 pm—2:00 pm
Baking
Workshop
1:00 pm—2:00 pm
Menu Planning
1:00 pm—2:00 pm
Unit
Meetings/Unit Work
12:45 pm—1:15 pm
Social Planning
1:00 pm—2:00 pm
Health Workshop
1:00 pm—2:00 pm
Voc Lab No Appt. needed
1:00 pm—2:00 pm
Health Workshop
1:00 pm—2:00 pm
Education Lab/Current
Events Discussion
1:15 pm—2:30 pm
1:00 pm—3:30 pm
Unit Work
1:00 pm—3:30 pm
Unit Work
1:00 pm—3:30 pm
Unit Work
3:00 pm—4:00 pm
Open Computer &
Wellness
Room
1:00 Grocery Shopping
1:00 pm—3:30 pm
Unit Work
3:00 pm—4:00 pm
Open Computer &
Wellness
Room
3:00 pm—4:00 pm
Open Computer &
Wellness
Room
3:00 pm—4:00 pm
Open Computer &
Wellness
Room
Club Discussions II if not
Completed from a.m. time
1:00 pm—3:30 pm
Unit Work
3:00 pm—4:00 pm
Open Computer &
Wellness
Room
Social Outings
Group photo at Iggy’s Oakland Beach:
Left to Right: Cassandra, Harry, Mark, Brian, Linnie, Dave.
Below: Richard is enjoying a
healthy frozen yogurt
Above: Janice G., Linnie M., and
Jenna P. , making holiday centerpieces
Wednesday
Mark S.
Saturday
2. No Social
Lining up for
the center
pocket!
6. Frozen Yogurt
9. Rocky Point Chowder / Warwick Mall
w/ 5 Below Store
13. In House:
16.
Sundaes w/ Walk
Day at Cape
Canal
20. No social this Weds.
23.
Day In Newport
27. Bingo w/
Meal
Brian M. returning the
shot with a corner
pocket score!
30. Day at Watson
Pond
Studio 35/Health and Wellness
Spring has come early this year!
And it’s no different here in the Greenhouse. We have hyacinth & We also have some
perennials & cool weather plants that are ready to go into the ground in the next
month. Tulips that are in full bloom (and smell amazing). These can be planted outside to bloom each year after the flowers fade. As always we have plenty of houseplants on hand to spruce up your work-space or home.
Spring Hours: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm Monday through Friday, Saturday 8:00—12:00
Plants vary in price from as low as $1.00 up to $15.00 for large pots and hanging
plants. Come see our great selection!! And stayed tuned for some exciting changes in
the landscaping of the Greenhouse and summer plant selection!!
Happy Spring!!!!!
Above: One of the creations from a Studio 35 workshop. Member’s enjoyed making holiday center
pieces for our Dining room tables. Also this month, walking groups have started back up again. Indoor
exercises replace some cardio activities, when the weather is not so seasonable, in our Health and
Wellness area.
Community Connections
DMH Legislative Breakfast: February 25th
The Southeastern Area Department of Mental Health, and Massachusetts State
Representatives, acknowledged and celebrated the collaborative success of working
relationship between DMH and provider agencies, for person’s with Mental Illness.
Working together, we enhance our ability to deliver a seamless integration of
services, needed for the individuals we serve to succeed in their recovery.
Massachusetts Clubhouse Coalition Exemplary Employer Awards, March 29th
Shortly thereafter, also at the Statehouse, The MCC Exemplary Employer Award
Celebration commenced. Corner Club nominated Walmart to receive an award. The
picture below left to right: Vocational Staff Hannah, Harry, a member from Corner
Clubhouse receiving this award. Also in the picture are Corner Club’s Director, Karen; , and State Representative, Elizabeth Poirier.
Amy P., Karen T.
MISSION
The mission of Fellowship Health Resources, Inc. (FHR) is to assist people of all ages to improve their behavioral health, well-being, and quality of life.
FHR (Fellowship Health Resources, Inc.), fosters hope and recovery. We provide behavioral health services to
improve the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness and addictions. FHR serves over 4,500 individuals through a person-centered approach across eight states.
We believe quality service is based in a culture of hope, respect, ethical behavior, and genuine caring for our
clients and our employees. We invest in the individual and never lose hope in the potential for personal
growth and recovery of each person we serve.
Fellowship Health Resources, Inc.
Administrative Office
25 Blackstone Valley Place, Suite 300
Lincoln, Rhode Island 02865-1163
Phone: 401-333-3980
www.fhr.net
Fellowship Health Resources, Inc. (FHR) is a non-profit organization providing services to individuals with mental
illness and addiction disorders across eight states. Building partnerships in recovery, FHR supports and empowers
thousands of individuals and their families, helping each person improve their quality of life.
Serving the following states:
Rhode Island * Massachusetts * North Carolina * Delaware * Maine * Pennsylvania * Virginia * Georgia
Clubhouse Hours:
Monday—Friday 8 am to 4 pm
Wednesday 8 am to 6 pm
Saturday 8 am to 4 pm
**Social Hours May Vary
Slightly**
Please sign up in advance to confirm
hours and availability.
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Harbor House
12 Bassett St.
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 273-5100
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Fairwinds Clubhouse
155 Katherine Lee Bates Rd.
Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 540-6011
Fall River
Towne House
1706 President Ave
Fall River, Ma. 02720
(508) 672-2023
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2277 Purchase St.
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 984-4300