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Work Ordered Day
Our members, because without them staff could not function, participate in a work ordered day. The simple act of getting up and going to a place where you feel welcomed and valued has established Threshold as a leader in the mental health community of Durham. In fact, with our 25th anniversary this year, Threshold became the longest running mental health program in our community.
Threshold is modeled on the Clubhouse Rehabilitation Model established by Fountain House more than 40 years ago. Since opening our doors in 1985 our clubhouse has served over 450 Durham County adults with severe and persistent mental illness.
Central to the clubhouse model is membership. Clubhouses serve members, not patients or clients.
Members enjoy 4 basic rights:
- The right to a place to come
- The right to meaningful work
- The right to meaningful relationships
- The right to a place to return
Read the standards that shaped the international movement.
I am well aware that mental health reform, as well as Medicaid cuts, have caused a profound effect on your program. But through your commitment of helping others and providing innovative programs, you've accepted these difficult challenges, and remained loyal to your members. Your dedication to the population is to be applauded.
Ellen Holliman, Durham Center Area Director
Threshold Vision: Threshold affirms the dignity and worth of
all members by fostering an environment of acceptance, supportive
relationships and access to resources. It provides the foundation from
which new experiences and attainment of one's full potential can
occur. Threshold strives to be an exemplary model for the community
while promoting awareness of and appreciation for those among us living
with mental illness in Durham County.
