Clubhouse: Referral, Intake & Orientation

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Initial Contact

When the initial contact is made either by phone or mail, a tour and information session is set up.

Referrals are made from a variety of sources: DMH workers, hospital social workers, community mental health centers, the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, therapists and psychiatrists, family members, club members, and self-referral.

Tour and Information Session

A tour of the Options Clubhouse is conducted by an Options Clubhouse member. Basic information about Options Clubhouse programs, philosophy, and mission are provided at this session. Prospective members ask questions about the program, discuss hopes and concerns. A start date is scheduled at this time if preferred or follow-up contact is discussed. Also, a transportation plan is arranged.

Formal Membership

Once a thirty-day period is completed, new members are invited to join the Options Clubhouse officially. They will choose a Staff Advocate and together will develop an annual plan with goals and quarterly reviews.