Health and Wellness Outcomes for Members in a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Clubhouse Participating in a Healthy Lifestyle Design Program

Abstract

This study describes the development, execution, and outcomes of a health and wellness program at a certified clubhouse in Southwest Florida. Individuals with severe mental illnesses are at a higher risk of co-morbid health problems and lower quality of life. The Healthy Lifestyles Design Program consisted of 16 sessions and educated members about the topics of nutrition, physical activity, spirituality, and tobacco awareness through engagement in meaningful goal-directed occupations. The projected outcomes were to empower members to engage in healthy lifestyle activities and establish resources for members within the clubhouse and community for sustainable health and wellness.

KEYWORDS:

• clubhouse
• occupation
• health promotion
• tobacco awareness
• severe mental illness (SMI)

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

This study would not have been possible without the assistance of the HOPE Clubhouse of Southwest Florida, Inc., members and staff. The authors would like to thank Ann Young, RN, for her assistance with the TFF Initiative and Heidi Miller, a nutritionist from Lee Memorial Health Systems. We would like to especially thank the YMCA of Fort Myers for their ongoing support. Finally, we would like to recognize Lowe's of Estero and Gavin's Ace Hardware for their support and donation of supplies.