We operate our Social Rehabilitation Programs in two areas – the Willimantic area and the Northeast area. In the Willimantic area, the Social Rehabilitation Program is offered in a clubhouse model known as The Lighthouse. In the Northeast area, the Welcome Arms Program is a community-based model to better serve the needs of our members who live in a more rural area.

These member-governed social programs offer acceptance and a place for socialization with other individuals, nurturing artistic talent, promoting a healthy lifestyle and acting as a springboard for community integration and self-advocacy.

Healthy lunches are a focus of both social programs.  A number of groups focused on health and wellness are offered.  These include Chair Yoga, Gym Trips, Swimming Groups, and Walking Groups.  Trips to places of interest are offered throughout the month.

Both programs are involved in helping members to develop their self-advocacy skills and have assisted members in preparing testimony to present at the state capitol regarding safeguarding funding for mental health.  Our programs have been very active in the Keep the Promise coalition and have also been recognized for their commitment to this initiative.

Program Manager: Janet Pusczynski

Funding for this program is provided in part by the CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS).