- Make sure that graduates of clubhouses speak out
Knowing that this program is successful, it might be a good idea for those who once had a mental illness but are now recovered and healthy would be a good idea for those who doubt the program or to convince officials to fund and create other programs like the Fountain House in New York. Of course, not everyone graduating the program would want to speak out and that’s okay, just volunteers would be great.
- Propose clubhouses as a solution for mental illnesses/a safe haven for those suffering to receive quality treatment
A large problem regarding mental illness is that we have so many ineffective programs that we spend so much money on. If a state or a county were to spend money on clubhouses, it would be expensive, yes, but it would be an incredibly effective way for those suffering to be removed from the community while they are dangerous and to receive care and treatment from qualified professionals so they can be on the road to recovery.
- Start funding
Clubhouses will be expensive. In order to pay for the staff and medical personnel as well as the land, building, food and other professionals coming in to teach the adults how to pay their bills, or rent an apartment, it will be costly. But if we take away the enormous funding supporting ineffective programs such as Mental Health First Aid, and start funding programs to build clubhouses in each community, the funds would pay off in terms of safety for the community and more adults living up to their full potential.
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