November Newsletter
Whatcom Clubhouse is a non-profit in Bellingham, WA. Our mission is to end social and economic isolation for adults with a mental health condition through daily support, psychosocial rehabilitation, and a safe environment.
Thank you for supporting Whatcom Clubhouse!
Member and staff at NAMI’s 2025 Stigma Stop
Members Achievements
A focus on members’ milestones
Members and staff hosted a successful open house.
Janni attended a rock show featuring ‘The Hobby’, her favorite local act.
Ashley got hired at a marketing agency.
Josh and Arlette finished building out the sound-treated studio.
Members and staff supported mental health by attending NAMI’s Stigma Stomp fundraiser.
Members came together to finish the Clubhouse’s second mural.
Success Story
Highlighting development
Matt on stage
A Director’s Take
Matt is a longtime member passionate about theatre and community. Over the past several months, he has organized and directed an independent theatre production.
How was the experience of directing and acting in your own play?
“It was a healing experience, and it was taking a chance at seeing if people wanted to build community.“
What advice would you share for others looking to create self-started opportunities?
“Practice what you love. Sometimes, you want to do what you love. Often, you don't, but sometimes you do anyway, even when you don't feel like it. Doing what you love has wonderful consequences.”
Wellness Tip
Practical advice supporting mental health
Arlette with her morning brew
Words of Wisdom from a Member
Arlette is a member passionate about education and artistic innovation.
What practical mental health advice would you like to share?
“I think when you wake up in the morning, you should practice mindfulness. When you practice mindfulness, you are aware of others and their journeys in life, and how you may fit or not fit into that story of theirs. But at the same time, you should practice mindfulness, primarily not just for yourself, but also for the benefit of others and people around you. That will help you navigate the world better.”
Community Activity
An event bringing members together
Member painted pumpkins from the open house
Together at Our Open House
Caleb is a member who is passionate about hip-hop and video games.
What was it like to share the Clubhouse at our open house?
“It was wonderful to share. Everybody brought their best and we were able to have a good Halloween time. Everybody had costumes on, and we were making cookies. Wonderful time.”
What would you like to do for a future function?
“Maybe some games like pin the tail on the pumpkin. I don't know. Just something to do for the future - Christmas games. Oh, man! Kick a funky freestyle!”
Thank you for supporting Whatcom Clubhouse!
Please consider a charitable contribution to work towards ending isolation for adults with a mental health condition.
Our first mural
