Posts by Mary
2025 SUMMER GALLERY
A Path to Sobriety and Community: Imad’s Story
Imad––a Moroccan immigrant born in Casablanca––is one of 6 children, speaks 4 languages, and traveled to the United States as an international student to study graphic design at a university in central Oklahoma. There he played as a goalie on the college soccer team, helping to win two back-to-back state championships. Later, he transferred to…
Read MoreHow California Clubhouse Changed My Life: Leo’s Story
I have been battling Asperger’s Syndrome my whole life. I was first officially diagnosed as Aspie when I was a 13- year- old 8th grader in middle school in December 1996. I have also been battling both relatively strong OCD and epilepsy my whole life. Before I joined California Clubhouse, I was constantly driving the…
Read MoreHow Clubhouse Is Helping Members Return to Work
Marty’s Story: Making Progress on a Job Search Marty previously worked at Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS) as a warehouse employee and is actively looking for new employment opportunities where he can apply some of his skills. He told us, “The Clubhouse has been a great deal of help with job hunting! With the way society…
Read MoreHow a Mother’s Love Created a Mental Health Haven
Juliana Fuerbringer, founder of California Clubhouse, recently shared how the Clubhouse began––as a way to help her son, Brian, and others like him. Brian dropped out of Stanford in 2009 due to a serious mental illness. Juliana was beside herself, caught up in the panic and chaos of watching her son’s life unravel. She heard…
Read MoreGrand Opening Brings Joy
In February, we celebrated the Grand Opening of the California Clubhouse in its new location in San Mateo! Over 80 people gathered to participate in the festivities. Special speakers included Dr. Jana Spalding, Director of OCFA; Jacki Rigoni, Chief of Staff for Supervisor Corzo; Dr. Jacob Ballon, Co-Director of Stanford’s INSPIRE clinic; and Juliana Fuerbringer,…
Read MoreWinter Open House
Come visit us at our new location on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 3-6pm to welcome the California Clubhouse home! California Clubhouse is strengthening community resilience and mental health & well-being for San Mateo residents. Complimentary appetizers and refreshments will be served. All are welcome! Learn more and RSVP here.
Read MoreWelcome Home, California Clubhouse!
Hello, members and supporters of the California Clubhouse, Thank you for your generous donations over the holidays! Your faithfulness in supporting our work has made this move and buildout possible–allowing us to purchase upgraded technology (such as our Smart Board), kitchen appliances and cookware, and new furniture that will be used by our Business and…
Read MoreCalifornia Clubhouse Finds a New Home (Nearby!)
Changes are afoot at the California Clubhouse! In a few short weeks, our HQ will be moving to its new location, just down the street, at 2191 El Camino Real in San Mateo. Based on our strong working relationship with the county and positive ongoing impact on the mental health and wellness of San Mateo…
Read MoreHow California Clubhouse Connects Members with Employment
How California Clubhouse Connects Members with Employment Three months ago, Nicole* heard about the Clubhouse through her therapist. She visited and on her tour noticed a message board with a flyer on Transitional Employment. After a 3-month hiatus from work, she was looking for employment and a regular paycheck. With help from Steven, a staff…
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