“By
including me in this community where all have worth and lives have promise,
Yahara House saved me from an empty existence and made my life one of
honor to me, my colleagues, neighbors, family and the larger citizenry.”
– E.E., a YH member YAHARA HOUSE
offers adults with mental illness a path to recovery through relationships
and work. It is built on the clubhouse model which guarantees: a place
to belong, meaningful relationships, meaningful work and a place to return.
Yahara House emphasizes opportunities for members to regain their rightful
place in society as family members, friends, neighbors and coworkers.
It is dedicated to advancing recovery, cultural competence and community
reintegration.
Yahara House, a certified clubhouse of the International Center
for Clubhouse Development, offers:
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A Work-Ordered Day, Monday-Friday, which is the heart of Yahara House.
Members and staff work together at everything. They make decisions about
running the clubhouse, its policies, budget, staff, public relations,
education, advocacy and program evaluation. Members contribute their
diverse
talents and skills by doing a wide variety of volunteer work in three
departments – Reception Services, Cafe Yahara, Communications/
Employment. They also publish a newsletter, work on policy committees,
and educate
the public. Through these opportunities, members increase self-worth,
confidence, dignity, pride, coping strategies and community skills.
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Transitional Employment Program partners Yahara House with local businesses
to give members the opportunity to be employed part time in entry level
positions at a competitive wage. TEP gives members who have little or
no paid work experience a chance to build a reliable work history and
job references. TEP is often a stepping stone to other jobs for members.
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Supported
Employment gives members additional opportunities to secure independent
employment, as well as weekly Work Support dinners for strong peer support.
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Job Assessment, Counseling, Placement/Coaching
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Benefits Counseling, assists
members to maximize their earning power and other financial resources.
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Advocacy & Case
Management
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Member-Run,
Self-Help Groups
› Health & Wellness
Opportunities
› Social/Recreational
Opportunities & Cultural Celebrations
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1:1 Supportive Counseling
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Psychiatric Consultation
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Limited Onsite Medication Managment
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Crisis Management
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Money Management
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Friends of Yahara House, a group of volunteer citizens, play a key
role in attracting private resources to improve the quality of members'
lives. It opens doors at local businesses, advocates for Yahara House,
educates the community, works to de-stigmatize mental illness and serves
as an advisory board for the continued development and growth of Yahara
House and its members.
HOURS
– Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturday or Sunday Noon to 3:00 p.m.; Holidays Noon to 3:00
p.m.
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