AIM Center, Inc.

AIM Center, Inc. We are non-medical and non-clinical, however, we work in concert with other professionals to provide comprehensive mental health services.

The AIM Center clubhouse provides psychosocial rehabilitation services to create hope, community and social change to enrich and celebrate the lives of people living with serious mental illness. AIM Center is a nonprofit mental health program offering employment, education, housing, socialization, and wellness opportunities for adults living with serious mental illness. Our focus is recovery! What makes us unique to the region? Utilizing a psychosocial rehabilitation model known as the "Clubhouse program," the AIM Center allows Clubhouse members to develop relationships and create an individual recovery plan, whilst working side by side with other program participants and staff. Since 1989, we have helped over 3,000 adults in the Chattanooga community lead a full and meaningful life, while living with serious mental illness. Each day 75 to 100 participants, called Clubhouse members, come to the AIM Center to engage in recovery activities. By working together with staff and other members, individuals begin to feel needed and accepted, discover their strengths and abilities, and develop relationships based on mutual respect and shared contributions. AIM Center members have equal voices in all facets of the Clubhouse ‘s operations including planning leisure activities, hiring staff, making decisions about policies and procedures, and having input into the long-range planning of the Clubhouse. Services provided outside the Clubhouse model promote community integration, which includes transitional and supported employment, supported education, supported housing, and leisure activities. The program is open to persons with a diagnosed psychiatric disorder who are 18 years of age or older. Membership to AIM Center is without time limits, so individuals may return to AIM Center whenever they need or want additional support.

Employment isn’t a reward for mental health recovery. For many, it’s a core part of it. Among AIM Center members working...
02/05/2026

Employment isn’t a reward for mental health recovery. For many, it’s a core part of it. Among AIM Center members working toward employment goals, more than 50% were employed in 2025, and even more are eager to find meaningful, competitive work.

Community-based mental health recovery offers many benefits, including the chance to learn from and be inspired by peers. Sharing successes across the Clubhouse and beyond matters, because seeing a peer achieve a goal helps others believe they can too. Larry is one of those peers. He’s been an AIM Center member since 2018 and currently works as a Floor Tech at Erlanger Hospital, where he sanitizes and prepares the hospital environment to create a safe and welcoming space for all who come through.

“Work made me more responsible, accountable, and aware. AIM Center supported me to be more accountable. They believed in me. The people at work, it’s like one big family over there. They treat me like family.”

Interested in supportive employment opportunities and community-based mental health recovery? Learn more about how AIM Center supports members on their employment journeys by clicking here ➡ https://aimcenterinc.org/employment-resource-center/

In honor of Black History Month, AIM Center is celebrating the voices, experiences, and stories within our own community...
02/04/2026

In honor of Black History Month, AIM Center is celebrating the voices, experiences, and stories within our own community. 🧡

Black history is powerful, personal, and meaningful in so many different ways. This month, we are inviting members of our community to share what Black History Month means to them. For some, that may look like reflecting on lived experiences. For others, it may mean highlighting influential figures they admire or sharing important Black history right here in Chattanooga that deserves to be remembered and celebrated.

At AIM Center, we believe that when people feel comfortable sharing their stories and perspectives, it helps build a stronger, more connected, and supportive community where recovery and wellness are possible for everyone. Throughout February, we will be sharing reflections, stories, and perspectives from voices within our Clubhouse community as we celebrate Black history together.

When we call ourselves a Clubhouse, what does that really mean? 🤔At AIM Center, a Clubhouse is more than a place. It is ...
02/03/2026

When we call ourselves a Clubhouse, what does that really mean? 🤔

At AIM Center, a Clubhouse is more than a place. It is a community. We are part of the evidence-based Clubhouse Model, a psychosocial rehabilitation approach that supports people living with serious mental illness by focusing on connection, purpose, and opportunity. This model recognizes that recovery is strengthened through social relationships, meaningful work, education, and community involvement.

Clubhouses are intentionally designed to be restorative environments where individuals can rebuild their lives alongside people who believe recovery is possible for everyone. Through membership at AIM Center, individuals gain opportunities to develop friendships, explore employment and education, access resources, and actively participate in a supportive, working community.

The Clubhouse Model began in 1944 with Fountain House in New York City and has grown into a global movement with more than 370 Clubhouses worldwide! Since 1989, AIM Center has proudly brought this evidence-based model to Chattanooga, creating a place where people can find belonging, build skills, and pursue recovery on their own terms. 🧡

Does Clubhouse sound like something that could help you or someone you love? If so, learn more about Clubhouse membership by clicking here ➡️ https://aimcenterinc.org/membership/

Before we get too caught up in 2026, we want to take a moment to reflect on what a truly transformative year 2025 was fo...
02/02/2026

Before we get too caught up in 2026, we want to take a moment to reflect on what a truly transformative year 2025 was for AIM Center.

For decades, we have supported individuals in their mental health recovery and helped them work toward their personal goals. Since opening our doors in 1989, we have experienced countless meaningful milestones. This past year, we reached more people in our community than ever before. We are proud to recognize these accomplishments and look ahead with continued commitment and momentum.

Thank you to our incredible members, staff, partners, friends, and everyone who helped make these accomplishments possible. We’re excited for the even greater work already underway in 2026 and beyond!

To learn more about AIM Center and our mission, click here: https://aimcenterinc.org/about-aim-center/

Yummy day at the Clubhouse today! 😋Meisha was our Chef of the Day today and whipped up some tasty BBQ Chicken Baked Pota...
01/30/2026

Yummy day at the Clubhouse today! 😋

Meisha was our Chef of the Day today and whipped up some tasty BBQ Chicken Baked Potatoes. She loves taking on the Chef of the Day in the Wellness Unit and is always helpful around the Clubhouse, jumping in wherever she’s needed and keeping things fun!

Did you know our Clubhouse has a fitness center? 💪Mental health recovery involves whole-person wellness, and that includ...
01/29/2026

Did you know our Clubhouse has a fitness center? 💪

Mental health recovery involves whole-person wellness, and that includes moving our bodies and working toward fitness goals at our own pace. This multi-use space serves many of our members every day, whether they are using the workout equipment and weights or joining Zumba and dance classes led by fellow members.

Located in our Wellness Unit, this space supports both physical and mental well-being by helping us build confidence, relieve stress, and stay active together. It is also a place where movement meets community, reminding us that recovery can be empowering, social, and even fun!

George has been coming to the Clubhouse for quite a while, long enough to remember our original building on McCallie Ave...
01/27/2026

George has been coming to the Clubhouse for quite a while, long enough to remember our original building on McCallie Ave! 🏡

If someone has been part of the Clubhouse for that long, it’s clear it continues to be a meaningful resource. Recently, we sat down with George to learn more about him and what the Clubhouse means to him.

George enjoys coming to the Clubhouse for the routine and support it provides. You can often find him on the computer in the Maker’s Space. Outside of the Clubhouse, he’s really into anime, Japanese RPGs, Legend of Heroes, and other G123 games. Overall, he’s a big fan of video games and anime.

During the work-ordered day, George’s favorite way to help out is by giving tours to new members as well as community partners and organizations. Having been a member for so long, he brings valuable insight and perspective to AIM Center, which goes a long way in helping others feel welcome and informed.

One thing George wants people to understand is that mental health is still heavily stigmatized, and people are often treated differently once others learn they struggle with their mental health.

This serves as an important reminder that while we’ve come a long way in conversations around mental health, there is still so much work to be done. Advocacy, education, and creating space for voices to be heard are at the heart of our mission, and stories like George’s remind us why that work matters. 🧡

The AIM Center Clubhouse will be open for normal operating hours on Tuesday, January 27th!For those planning to come in,...
01/26/2026

The AIM Center Clubhouse will be open for normal operating hours on Tuesday, January 27th!

For those planning to come in, please use caution on roadways and only travel if it is safe to do so.

We can’t wait to see everyone who is able to join us!

Hi everyone, we have a weather update! ❄Out of an abundance of caution, we have made the decision to CLOSE Monday, Janua...
01/25/2026

Hi everyone, we have a weather update! ❄

Out of an abundance of caution, we have made the decision to CLOSE Monday, January 26th due to inclement weather.

Our transportation partners have been notified on our end, but make sure you connect with your transportation and let them know as soon as possible that we will now be closed.

Please help us spread the word and stay tuned for any additional weather updates.

We hope everyone is staying safe and warm as we continue to experience cold, windy and wet conditions over the next few days!

Winter Weather Update! ❄️Out of an abundance of caution, we have made the decision to operate on a delayed start this Mo...
01/23/2026

Winter Weather Update! ❄️

Out of an abundance of caution, we have made the decision to operate on a delayed start this Monday, January 26th due to the expected inclement weather this weekend.

This means that the clubhouse will not open until 10AM on Monday. We have notified our transpiration partners, but for members who will be coming in on Monday, make sure you connect with your transportation as well to avoid any hiccups or delays.

Please help us spread the word and stay tuned for any additional weather updates.

In the meantime, make sure you are prepared for whatever the weather does this weekend. Bundle up, stay warm, drip your pipes and stay safe! 🌨️

January is the perfect time to become a Monthly Donor and continuously support all of the work we do here at AIM Center....
01/23/2026

January is the perfect time to become a Monthly Donor and continuously support all of the work we do here at AIM Center. 🙂

A new year brings new beginnings and new opportunities to support mental health recovery. Every day, AIM Center provides a place where adults living with serious mental illness can find support, purpose, and community. These life-changing opportunities are made possible through the generosity of people who believe in recovery and want to make a difference all year long!

By becoming a monthly donor, you help ensure that our members always have a safe, consistent, and supportive environment as they work toward their recovery goals. Your ongoing commitment provides steady support and allows AIM Center to continue offering the resources, encouragement, and meaningful connections that make lasting change possible. 🧡

You can start the year by making a lasting difference by joining us as a monthly donor today! Click here to learn more: https://aimcenterinc.org/monthly-giving/

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472 W. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Chattanooga, TN
37402

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 2am

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