EXPERIENCE LEXINGTON HOUSE

What sparked your interest in Clubhouse?

I was a case manager in Ohio first and heard about the first Clubhouse opening in Hawaii. I wanted to work in a community setting and loved the idea of community.

 

How did you get involved?

I applied to the first Clubhouse in Hawaii and was hired into the Clerical Unit. I helped develop the TE program and worked at Friendship Club for 13 years. I’ve worked with Clubhouse for 37 years. purpose within those elements.

 

How did you come to learn about Lexington House?

Through Mike Shorter [Clubhouse Indiana] and Andy Wilson [Carriage House].

 

What does Clubhouse mean to you?

Family.

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What are your hobbies outside of Clubhouse?

Swimming in the ocean, jogging, and hiking!

 

What does self-care look like to you?

Having a wide range of healthy activities from physical activities to foods and having meaning and purpose within those elements.

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If you could plant a word of encouragement to Clubhouse members globally, what would it be?

Never give up.