Fountain House: A “clubhouse” for people with serious mental illness

The Fountain House clubhouse is a place for people with serious mental illnesses to form friendships, offer and seek support, and learn new skills—without judgment or fees.

Since the first clubhouse was launched 75 years ago in New York City, hundreds more have been established around the world, creating nurturing communities shaped by the individuals who benefit from them. This event will explore why the clubhouse model has stood the test of time—and how clubhouse members are working to expand access to similar programs.

Download our fact sheet here.

SPEAKERS

Aida Mejia, member, Fountain House’s executive committee; peer specialist; and MPH student, City University of New York Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy

Francesca Pernice, associate professor of educational psychology, Wayne State University

Josh Seidman, chief research and knowledge officer, Fountain House

MODERATOR

Michael Fitzgerald, editor-in-chief, Harvard Public Health