Austin Clubhouse

02/26/2026

Please join us in congratulating Brenda on all of her recent achievements, and for being featured on Clubhouse International - ICCD ‘s member spotlight!

A Mom Finds Hope for Herself and Daughter at Austin Clubhouse

Brenda, a member of Austin Clubhouse, has struggled with severe depression for her entire life. She is also the mother of a young adult facing similar struggles. She was determined to find support for both of them and has found it at Austin Clubhouse.

“When we walked in, we immediately felt the freedom to be ourselves. We were welcomed, embraced, and seen. This community has treated us with compassion, understanding, love, and respect. Through the work of the Clubhouse, I watched my daughter become more confident, laugh more, and gain valuable skills. As she grew, I felt myself grow as well. This community has truly become a second home for both of us.”

After joining, Brenda worked in the kitchen unit. The staff recognized her passion for cooking and encouraged her to apply for a culinary training program. She completed her training and earned her certificate, bringing her closer to her dream of opening her own restaurant. “I hope that I will always have the Clubhouse, where I can continue to grow, contribute to its success, and encourage others to reach their full potential.”

Join us in celebrating Black members of the Clubhouse community this

02/24/2026

Amplify Austin is just one week away! We asked our members to share why Austin Clubhouse matters to them, and Southern shared this poem:

"You’re valuable, seen, respected, heard, liked…never alone
I am just like them, they are just like me.
What we do, who we are, what we stand for.
The lives we have saved.
Be in my shoes and you will be inspired.
I am glad the Austin Clubhouse was in my life plan.
All I went through in life was worth it.
I might not be where I thought I’d end up,
But I am extremely happy I ended up here.
Come in and see why…these aren’t members, but family."

To support Austin Clubhouse for Amplify Austin, visit amplifyatx.org/organizations/austin-clubhouse

02/21/2026

🌟 Program Update 🌟

Join us in welcoming Crystil, our new Program Manager, to the Austin Clubhouse team!

"I am a native Oregonian who moved to Texas four years ago. I currently live with my standard poodle, Edgar Allan Poe. I am passionate about serving others and have been a civil servant in human services for 28 years, serving in different capacities but always focused on vulnerable populations. I bring a diverse background and skill set, along with a mix of lived and professional experience.

I am excited to be in my new role as Program Manager at Austin Clubhouse. I love the environment, and my personal values align with our organizational values and mission. I look forward to finding my place within the organization, maximizing successful outcomes, and helping set us up for collective success. I am grateful for this opportunity to serve the organization, its members, and staff."

Crystil has been a great addition to our Clubhouse, and we are so excited to have her as a part of our community.

02/13/2026

Amplify Austin is a city-wide day of giving, and while it takes place on March 4th at 6:00pm through March 5th at 6:00pm, here are a few ways you can support Austin Clubhouse now!

💸 Donate to our page: Early giving is open now! Visit https://www.amplifyatx.org/organizations/austin-clubhouse to

🏆 Become a fundraising champion: Join us and support our mission by creating your own personalized fundraising page for Austin Clubhouse. Visit our donation page and select Fundraising to learn more.

🧡 Be a matching donor: Help our donations go even further! Amplify your gift by offering a 1:1 match, and encourage other donors to double their impact.

For more information about offering a match email jen@austinclubhouse.org.

02/12/2026

This week, we hosted Clubhouse International - ICCD faculty member in training, Gaby Longoria (from San Antonio Clubhouse), for a mock accreditation visit.

Clubhouse International Accreditation is a thorough process that takes place every few years to ensure we maintain the highest standards of the Clubhouse model. This evaluation ensures that clubhouses worldwide can continue to provide members with the support, opportunities, and community they need to build confidence, find empowerment, and move forward in their recovery.

We are proud to be part of a global network of Clubhouses that share these values, and grateful to our members, staff, board, and supporters who make this work possible.

02/10/2026

At Austin Clubhouse, we believe mental health is strengthened through community and shared purpose.

Today, we would like to honor three Black leaders whose voices, scholarship, and activism have shaped how we understand healing, identity, and collective care. Their work continues to influence healing-centered, community-driven approaches to mental health that recognize dignity, connection, and belonging.

02/06/2026

Are you an Austin Clubhouse member who is currently job searching? Join Austin Clubhouse and the Texas Veterans Commission next Friday, February 13th, for an interview and job prep workshop!

We hope to see you there 🌟

02/02/2026

This February marks 50 years of national recognition for Black History Month.

At Austin Clubhouse, we recognize that Black communities have long faced systemic barriers to quality mental health care. We are committed to creating a space where Black members feel supported, empowered, and able to access care rooted in dignity and equity.

“Of all the forms of discrimination and inequalities, injustice in health is the most shocking and inhuman.” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

01/30/2026

Thank you to the Austin Founder Lions Club for inviting Julia and Miles to speak about Austin Clubhouse. We greatly appreciated the opportunity to share our mission and connect with others who care about mental health and community support.

01/29/2026

The ROAR Journal is an international publication about social practice and the Clubhouse movement. Fountain House is now opening a call for submissions to be included in the next issue of the journal. The theme of this issue ( #4) will be Social Practice and the Clubhouse Movement – Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.

Submissions are welcomed from anyone connected to a Clubhouse community or whom is familiar with the Clubhouse model and social practice. Writings, photography or artwork should illustrate how clubhouses are born and how they evolve to meet needs and challenges of the communities they serve.

For more information and guidelines, visit the link in our bio or email roarsubmissions@fountainhouse.org. Topic proposals are due by March 1st and will be reviewed by March 15th.

01/27/2026

Check out this video to hear Lisa share why she comes to Austin Clubhouse!

Austin Clubhouse is a voluntary, non-clinical mental health organization dedicated to empowering adults with mental health diagnoses to pursue their personal goals. Contact us at (512) 925-5877 or email info@austinclubhouse.org to schedule a tour today 🧡