The Clubhouse Model: A Framework for Naturally Occurring Supported Decision Making

doi:10.1017/9781108979016.020

17 - The Clubhouse Model: A Framework for Naturally Occurring Supported Decision Making

Published online by Cambridge University Press: 20 August 2021

Joel D. Corcoran ,

Cindy Hamersma and

Steven Manning

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Michael Ashley Stein ,

Faraaz Mahomed ,

Vikram Patel and

Charlene Sunkel

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Michael Ashley Stein: Affiliation:
Harvard Law School
Faraaz Mahomed: Affiliation:
Wits University
Vikram Patel: Affiliation:
Harvard Medical School
Charlene Sunkel: Affiliation:
Global Mental Health Peer Network

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This chapter provides an overview of the Clubhouse model of psychosocial rehabilitation, reviewing the basic components of the approach: building community, shared work, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to the rights and self-determination of participating individuals. As a recovery-oriented environment for people living with mental health challenges, supported decision making is a naturally occurring aspect of the Clubhouse model. In the context of the ongoing discussion regarding Article 12 of the Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities (CRPD), this chapter considers the Clubhouse model as an example of a social support network that can help individuals make constructive decisions while at the same time maintaining their autonomy and living independently on an equal basis with others.

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Information: Mental Health, Legal Capacity, and Human Rights , pp. 260 - 272

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781108979016.020 [Opens in a new window]

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Print publication year: 2021

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