March/April 2025

On March 31st, the Clubhouse traveled to Elkhart to volunteer at the Faith Mission. In attendance were Amy, Michael, Vera, Corey, Myron, Laura, Shania, and Mindy. Faith Mission is an interdenominational Christian social service agency that provides food, shelter, clothing, and other essential resources to under-resourced individuals in Elkhart County. Volunteering opportunities are open to anyone interested in making a difference—those interested can contact Vera Swihart at (

It was a cold Saturday evening when colleagues began to arrive at the Cora Dale house. Upon arrival, each participant was assigned a character—from a famous concert violinist up to the wife of the murdered. Each character drew a number. The last one had an X, which signified they were the murderer. To set us up, we read the story line—the Lord of the Manor, Heathcliff, had been murdered by one of his guests. Not wanting to be accused, the guest has to investigate who had done

Donna Anderson has been a valued member of the Clubhouse for about 12 years. She was introduced to the Clubhouse through David George and Brian Martin, who she met at NAMI and DBSA meetings. Donna loves the supportive, nonjudgmental environment at the Clubhouse, where she feels seen and understood by peers who are going through similar experiences. One of Donna's favorite ways to get involved is by organizing the clothing closet, as she enjoys bringing order to the space. She

Clubhouse colleagues, especially the smokers who want out of the rain, are eager to know when smoking may restart on the back porch. We project this date to be June 1st. The scope of the project includes very skilled work done by Dana Miller Building Solutions LLC. The porch will be restored to its original materials and style, plus conserving the slate roof. The second phase of construction entails sealing doors and windows, insulating the building, and installing two heat p

As her time at the clubhouse comes to an end, she leaves with a heart full of gratitude and reflection. What began as a new and slightly overwhelming experience soon turned into a journey of connection, healing, and community. One of her favorite experiences was participating in the walking group. She loved being able to step outside, enjoy the fresh air, and share conversations with others who joined. It wasn't just about getting exercise—it was about creating space for conn