Clubhouse Programs are day programs for adults that are an important alternative for persons who are moving beyond the first stages of recovery. Brain Injury Services has two clubhouse programs which offer a safe, controlled environment in which persons with a brain injury can develop and practice important skills with a renewed sense of confidence.
The clubhouse is run by the members who attend the program. Given the nature of their injuries and cognitive issues, staff will focus their support in logistical and planning areas. Otherwise, the clubhouse is theirs to run. Clubhouse members may use the program as a transition back to life “in the mainstream” or they may remain members for life-it’s their choice. This model works because it does not include a medical aspect. The program focuses on the members and their aspirations, not their deficits.
The clubhouse encourages an atmosphere of new possibilities and provides an environment where members work together supporting and encouraging each other. Members gain vocational skills, increase their level of independence and build social skills.
Services offered at the Clubhouse are the following:
- Vocational transition program
- Exploration of vocational interests
- Work designed to help members regain self worth and purpose
- Supportive network of peers
- Individualized service planning
- A focus on modern technology skills
- Development of general work skills
- Community outreach opportunities
- Food preparation and safety skills
- Tasks focused on individual living skills
- ADAPT Clubhouse Members must reside in the Cities of Alexandria or Fairfax or in the Counties of Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun or Prince William.
- Westwood Clubhouse Members must reside in Fredericksburg or the counties of Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, Caroline, Fauquier or Culpeper County.
- Members must be 18 years or older with a documented acquired brain injury.
- Members must be able to manage self-care.
- Members must be able to take medication independently.
- Members must be able to participate with minimal structure and supervision.
- Members must be motivated to make progress toward personal and programmatic goals.
- Members must not pose a threat to the health and/or safety of the clubhouse.
- Members must be receiving case management services from BIS (or on wait list).
For More Information:
ADAPT Clubhouse (www.adaptclubhouse.org) (Alexandria) ~ 703-799-9410
Westwood Clubhouse (Fredericksburg) ~ 540-785-8836
