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Genesis Club House, Inc.

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Genesis Club House, Inc.

Genesis Club is work-focused community of hope and dignity where mental health recovery is possible.

Genesis Club opened its doors on September 15, 1988 with 25 members. Twelve months prior, a committed and passionate Board of Directors decided that the city of Worcester should have a free-standing Clubhouse community. This decision was made after a visit to Fountain House in New York City, the first clubhouse model in the country. From a modest beginning, Genesis Club has developed a highly recognized Accredited Clubhouse with Clubhouse International that is an Evidenced Based Practice with the US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Genesis Club offers vocational training, education, employment, housing, wellness and social supports to over 550 members each year. Most importantly, Genesis Club offers a community of hope and dignity where recovery is possible. Genesis Club is one of twelve training centers of Clubhouse International. Since that time, the Genesis International Training Center has trained over 300 Clubhouses, 2000 colleagues from 35 states and 16 countries. Genesis Club strives to be a leading community partner with Worcester employers, landlords, families, colleges/universities and health care providers.

09/05/2025

On Wednesday, we held our quarterly Employment and Education Celebration dinner. Matt shared his journey of moving from benefits to full-time employment, complete with health insurance and a retirement plan! His story was so inspiring! These dinners are an opportunity for those members who are working or in school and not able to attend the Clubhouse regularly, to network with, support, and encourage each other!

08/29/2025

To kick off the school year, Genesis Club hosted a luncheon on Wednesday in honor of the 34 students who are resuming classes next week. Students enjoyed a delicious lunch while discussing their journeys in education. They shared their accomplishments from the last semester, and future goals. Students are studying a wide range of subjects including business management, human services certification, human resources, and nursing. We wish you all the best of luck this semester!

08/25/2025

On August 17th, Carolyn crossed the finish line at the Falmouth Road Race for the 8th time! Nine years ago, Carolyn was in the depths of her struggle with mental illness and substance use. This year was a special reminder of how much work she has done to reclaim her health, and how important it is to have a caring community of people supporting you in that recovery. “If my story helps just one person who is where I was, it’s worth every step!” Congratulations, Carolyn! We can’t wait to see what goals you crush in the year ahead!

08/22/2025

Our visiting colleagues from Outlook Clubhouse (Coldwater, Michigan), Cowtown Clubhouse (Fort Worth, Texas), Eagles Nest Clubhouse (Ellsworth, Maine), and The Meeting Place Clubhouse (San Diego, California) just completed a two-week comprehensive training at Genesis Club! We can’t wait to see how you implement your action plan at your Clubhouses! We wish our new friends safe travels home.

08/18/2025

Congratulations to the Sidney R. Baer Jr. Foundation scholarship awardees!

The Sidney R. Baer Jr. Foundation recognizes the important role education plays in the lives of people in recovery from serious mental illness. With their support, Genesis Club awards approximately $16,000 annually to members who are pursuing their career goals. From nursing and graphic design, to accounting and computer science, Genesis Club students will be attending classes this fall without having to worry about accruing a financial burden. Wishing all of our students a successful fall semester!

08/15/2025

Last Thursday we got together at Regatta Point Park for our annual summer picnic! We shared a potluck meal, played a little corn hole and wiffle ball, enjoyed some live acoustic music, and enjoyed the summer breeze off of Lake Quinsigamond. Some folks even took a dip in the lake! Spending time outside the Clubhouse is a great way for people to reconnect and relax together. Thank you to everyone who came out, shared a dish, and contributed to a lovely evening! We’re already planning for next year!

08/14/2025

Meet Grace, a 2025 graduate of Northeastern University where she studied political science. Grace learned about the Clubhouse model last year and was so inspired by the work and our members that she decided to run with Team Genesis in the 2024 Falmouth Road Race. We are so happy she is part of the team again this year! In her spare time, Grace enjoys traveling, connecting with friends, and enjoying good cheese! We’re cheering for you, Grace!

Check out Grace’s Race Roster Fundraising page and consider making a donation to help her reach her goal!
https://raceroster.com/events/2025/99641/the-2025-asics-falmouth-road-race/pledge/participant/35980027

08/11/2025

Join us in congratulating Lorenza who just sealed the deal on a brand new apartment! Lorenza is very excited “I’ve been working on this goal of living on my own, for 7 years. This step will help me regain my sense of independence.” Genesis Club works with about a third of all of its members to find, maintain, and improve their housing situations in the course of the year. Way to go Lorenza!

08/09/2025

Meet Tim, a staff member in our Environmental and Facilities Unit who took up running again after forty years! He trains with Sneakerama at their weekly Thursday night runs and goes to the gym with members every Friday for some strength training. Tim will be running the Falmouth Road Race with Team Genesis for the first time on August 17th.
Good luck Tim, we are happy you joined our team!

Check out Tim’s Race Roster page and consider making a donation to help him reach his goal!
https://raceroster.com/events/2025/99641/the-2025-asics-falmouth-road-race/pledge/participant/37096337

08/08/2025

Genesis Club is very excited to share that after 5 years of struggling to keep our old, chronically broken down van on the road, we purchased a 2019 Ford Starcraft with only 12,000 miles! The 14-passenger van is critical for our social programming, opportunities designed to help Clubhouse members form friendships and participate in cultural and social events across the region. We also use the van to transport training colleagues while they are visiting us in Worcester. If you see us on the road, wave hello!

08/07/2025

We're excited to share that the documentary film, BKS, has been selected by several film festivals in Italy, Malta, and Russia.

The powerful film, produced by Clubhouse International's longstanding Board member, Bea Bergamasco, and directed by Costanza Burstin is a journey of awareness in which young Clubhouse members from different cultures and countries share their life experiences with mental illness.

Filmed before, during and after the pandemic, it reveals the larger story about the need for community and acceptance.

1. 7th International Mental Health Film Festival (Australia): WINNER: STOP STIGMA AWARD

2. New York Documentary Film Award: BEST FEATURE HUMAN RIGHTS DOCUMENTARY AWARD

3. Bridge of Peace (France): SEMI FINALIST: Paris

4. Sole Luna Doc Film Festival (Italy): SELECTED

5. Russian Mental Health Film: SELECTED

Visit https://mandorla-films.com/projects/bestknowsecret to learn more.

08/04/2025

Earlier in July, members of the UMass Mind team had the opportunity to tour the Genesis Club in Worcester! As a free, community-based facility supporting adults living with serious mental illnesses, the Genesis Club provides an environment where members and staff work side-by-side to create a supportive environment.

We at UMass Mind have been grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with the Genesis Club in the past on a virtual drama therapy program and look forward to continuing to foster this relationship. Many thanks to the clubhouse for hosting us!

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274 Lincoln St
Worcester, MA
01605

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 2pm

Website

http://www.genesisclub.org/

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