Fountain House: Creating Community in Mental Health Practice
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Fountain House is a world-renowned clubhouse that has been providing psychosocial rehabilitation to people with serious mental illness for over 50 years. This book tells the story of Fountain House and its unique approach to mental health care.
Fountain House is based on the belief that people with mental illness can recover and live full and meaningful lives. The clubhouse provides a safe and supportive environment where members can socialize, work, and learn new skills. Fountain House also offers a variety of services, including case management, counseling, and job training.
4.9 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2084 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 216 pages |
The Fountain House model has been shown to be effective in helping people with mental illness to recover and live independently. Studies have shown that Fountain House members are more likely to be employed, have higher incomes, and live in their own homes than people with mental illness who do not attend a clubhouse.
The book Fountain House: Creating Community in Mental Health Practice tells the story of the clubhouse and its unique approach to mental health care. The book is written by Dr. John Beard, a psychiatrist who has worked at Fountain House for over 20 years. Dr. Beard provides a firsthand account of the clubhouse's history, its philosophy, and its impact on the lives of its members.
The book is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in learning more about Fountain House and its approach to mental health care. It is also a powerful story of hope and recovery that will inspire anyone who reads it.
Table of Contents
- Chapter 1: The History of Fountain House
- Chapter 2: The Fountain House Model
- Chapter 3: The Impact of Fountain House
- Chapter 4: The Future of Fountain House
About the Author
Dr. John Beard is a psychiatrist who has worked at Fountain House for over 20 years. He is the author of several books and articles on mental health, including the book Fountain House: Creating Community in Mental Health Practice.
Reviews
“Fountain House: Creating Community in Mental Health Practice is a must-read for anyone who is interested in learning more about the clubhouse model of mental health care. Dr. Beard provides a firsthand account of the clubhouse's history, its philosophy, and its impact on the lives of its members. The book is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in learning more about Fountain House and its approach to mental health care.”
- Dr. E. Fuller Torrey, author of The Insanity Offense
“Fountain House is a beacon of hope for people with mental illness. The clubhouse provides a safe and supportive environment where members can socialize, work, and learn new skills. The book Fountain House: Creating Community in Mental Health Practice tells the story of the clubhouse and its unique approach to mental health care. The book is a powerful story of hope and recovery that will inspire anyone who reads it.”
- Dr. Patrick W. Corrigan, author of The Stigma of Mental Illness
4.9 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2084 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 216 pages |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2084 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 216 pages |