McClendon Center

10/01/2025

October is Substance Use Prevention Month

At , we see every day how prevention, compassion, and access to care can change lives.

Prevention is about more than lowering risks. At its heart, it’s about creating space for our neighbors to heal, grow, and thrive. 💜

This month, we recommit to building healthier, more resilient communities here in by standing with those on the path to recovery.

Together, we can make prevention possible.

09/29/2025

🌟 Staff Shout-Out of the Month 🌟

Congratulations to Kelsey Tisdale, our McClendon Center Employee of the Month for September 2025! 🥳

Check out what our team shared about her amazing contributions and the impact she makes every day in advancing our mission. 💜💙❤️💛💚

09/23/2025

09/17/2025

Tomorrow, Art of Transformation 2025 brings us together to stand for dignity, healing, and justice for DC neighbors facing challenges. Will you join us?

https://mcclendoncenter.org/celebrate-the-art-of-transformation/

09/15/2025

✨ Art of Transformation Week is here! ✨ This Thursday, September 18, we gather at the historic True Reformer Building for an unforgettable evening of art, community, and resilience.

🎨 100+ original works created with care by McClendon Center clients
💃 A special performance from our Dance Movement Therapy participants
🎟️ Incredible raffle prizes
💜 A chance to make a real difference in our community.

Now, more than ever, it’s important that we stand together in support of our most vulnerable neighbors.

https://mcclendoncenter.org/celebrate-the-art-of-transformation/

Will you join us on Thursday?

09/12/2025

Psst..here's a sneak peek at some of the powerful, original client artwork that will be part of the 100+ pieces on display and for sale at , next Thursday evening at the historic True Reformer Building.

Every purchase directly supports the artists -- and celebrates creativity, resilience, and healing. 💜

Will you stand up for mental health and join us?

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://mcclendoncenter.org/celebrate-the-art-of-transformation/

09/11/2025

Just one week to go! Don’t miss Art of Transformation on Sept. 18 -- reserve your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of art, resilience, and community.

https://mcclendoncenter.org/celebrate-the-art-of-transformation/

09/09/2025

McClendon Center’s roots are deeply tied to the The New York Avenue Presbyterian Church where our story began more than 40 years ago. Today, NYAPC continues to stand with us as a sponsor of Art of Transformation 2025 ✨

We’re grateful for their enduring partnership in strengthening care, connection, and community in .

There’s still time to join this year’s Art of Transformation. Reserve your place today and be part of this powerful celebration of resilience, creativity, and hope.

https://mcclendoncenter.org/celebrate-the-art-of-transformation/

09/05/2025

⏳ Less than 2 weeks to go!

Join us Thursday, September 18 at the historic True Reformer Building for Art of Transformation 2025 -- an evening of art, community, and healing. 💜

🎟 Get your tickets today to show your support for mental health and stand with your community in a powerful setting.

The McClendon Center's Art of Transformation event is returning on Thursday evening, September 18. Join us to support our clients while we celebrate the ways that creative self-expression transforms lives.