People with mental illness don't have a lot of options of where they can go socially. There's a lot of stigma out there. This is a place where people can come and feel safe. |
The people we serve really get a sense of inclusion. They get a sense of feeling comfortable with who they are and the people they're with. |
They have the opportunity to be effective using social skills and developing relationships. This is a place where they can do that and practice that. |