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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.

10/27/2025

Last week, Matt presented on a panel about his experience at QCC as a non-traditional student. The goal of the Pathways to Opportunities Breakfast was to give high school students an idea about college life and what type of support new students can access at the school and in the community. Matt said of his participation,
“It was meaningful to me because I struggled academically in high school and needed special accommodations. I wanted others to see that you can work through your barriers and have a successful academic experience.”

10/24/2025

This week Genesis Club, in partnership with UMASS Chan Medical School’s Clinical and Research Program, hosted a walk-in wellness fair. Members and staff lined up to get blood pressure screenings, body composition screenings, and information on local health and wellness resources. The event was well attended and prompted lots of conversations about healthy choices and how to support each other’s wellness journeys.

We are deeply grateful to our friends and long-time partners at UMass Chan Medical School and the UMass Mind program. To learn more about the good work they are doing in the community, click here:https://linktr.ee/umassMIND?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafby_8AIRtlfMBITsZRZk5YjCfE6yV9Jn9fgYv2VM_NJSJCQsG5SMuBxfxOuA_aem_JqujIq24SkKutNOAtGEo8g

10/23/2025

Many thanks to The Schwartz Charitable Foundation for their generous support of our Older Adult Program. With their help we ensure older members stay connected to their mental health providers while helping to address any challenges they might have around transportation, health, or housing. We rely on partners like the Schwartz Charitable Foundation and are so grateful for their partnership!

10/20/2025

Join us in congratulating Genesis Club members, Jean and Andre for starting new Transitional Employment positions with Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services (WPI). Jean and Andre are both familiar with kitchen and janitorial work, from their previous work experience, but are taking this opportunity to rebuild their confidence, and skills while getting support from the Clubhouse. Congratulations to you both and we can’t wait to see what’s next on your employment journeys!

This post is sponsored by Country Bank and Point 32 Health, who generously sponsored our 2026 Fall Ambassadors’ Dinner! Point32Health

10/17/2025

Employment is at the center of every quality Clubhouse. Ever since the first Clubhouse was founded in New York City - nearly 75 years ago - the dignity that employment and meaningful work brings has been what is restorative for members living with serious mental illness. We are grateful to the trustee at The Albert W. Rice Charitable Foundation for their generous support of our Career Development Program. With their support we will continue to help members achieve their employment goals!

10/13/2025

Happy Indigenous Peoples Day! Today Genesis Club celebrates the Indigenous People nationally, but also acknowledges the people of the Nipmuc Nation, whose land upon which our Clubhouse stands. The City of Worcester was once home to many of the Nipmuc villages before it was colonized by the English in 1713.

We would like to share the following Preamble from the Nipmuc Nation Constitution as Genesis Club recognizes the Nipmuc Nation on Indigenous People’s Day:

“We the people, thankful to the Creator for our preservation, in order to preserve the heritage of our ancestors, promote justice and safeguard our interest, secure lands and resources, protect land that has always been Nipmuc, undertake economic and social development, promote the self-sufficiency of our Tribe, and otherwise govern the affairs of our Nation, do ordain and establish this Constitution of the Nipmuc Nation.”

10/10/2025

It’s World Mental Health Day!

Genesis Club is proud to be part of a global network of Clubhouses - work-centered, community driven programs that support people through their mental health recovery.

Last night we hosted our Ambassador’s Dinner, an event to raise awareness and support for the transformative work we do every day. Val shared her story about her 40-year struggle with crippling depression, and how with the right medication, a skilled therapist, and the caring support of the Clubhouse community all worked together to help her quite literally reclaim her life. (Genesis Club executive director Lisa Brennan and featured member speaker Val Anderson pictured).

This World Mental Health Day, we recognize the struggle, and celebrate the hope that Clubhouse members experience every day!

Clubhouse International - ICCD

Thank you to our event sponsors:
Cornerstone Bank
Country Bank
Point32Health

Thank you to our Ambassadors:
NAMI Central Mass
NAMI Massachusetts
Worcester Public Library

10/09/2025

Meet Mark, Laurel, Jose and Sarah - members and staff of Genesis Club, which is one of twelve Clubhouse International training centers worldwide! See how each of them connect with the global clubhouse community.

Clubhouse International - ICCD

10/08/2025

Since we opened our doors in 1988, we have relied on strong partnerships in the Worcester community. From key employers like UMass Memorial and the Worcester Art Museum, to our work with the Accessibility Services Office at Quinsigamond Community College, our presence in the community reduces stigma, raises the visibility of the Clubhouse, and helps people see that mental health recovery is possible.

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Worcester Public Library

10/07/2025

Meet Chris, Matt, Gus, Heather, Q, Luke, John, and Ted. In this short clip they all share how Genesis Club helps them to form unique and meaningful connections, and how that helps improve the quality of their lives.

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10/06/2025

Strong social connections reduce the risk of depression and anxiety, improve self-esteem, and increase feelings of hopefulness and purpose.

Without these connections people not only experience loneliness but poorer health outcomes. The World Health Organization reports that 1 in 6 people worldwide experience loneliness, with real consequences for health and well-being.

At Genesis Club, like at all fully accredited Clubhouses, staff and members work side-by-side to run the operations of the Clubhouse, simultaneously building genuine, often life-long friendships. Where do YOU find connection and purpose?

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10/03/2025

Today we say goodbye to our colleagues visiting from Oasis Clubhouse (Edmond, Oklahoma), Towne House Clubhouse (Fall River, Massachusetts), and Unlimited Solutions (Bangor, Maine). Colleagues spent the last two weeks participating in Comprehensive Clubhouse Training, honing their skills and creating action plans to bring their clubhouses to the next level. It’s been wonderful to have you with us!

Unlimited Solutions Clubhouse Oasis Clubhouse Towne House Clubhouse

This post is sponsored by Cornerstone Bank, who is generously supporting our 2026 Fall Ambassadors’ Dinner! Cornerstone Bank

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274 Lincoln Street
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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