Member working together in Clubhouse work groups develop a positive attitude toward work and improved work habits. Those choosing to explore employment receive individual job counseling, giving them an opportunity to establish employment goals, identify and discuss concerns. Staff assist members to find jobs based on individual abilities.

Additional groups aid in sharpening job search and interview skills. Regular “vocational dinners” with current job candidates and alumni allow returning, employed members to socialize, share experiences and encourage members just beginning job searches.

Hedwig House sponsors a Catering Service and Lawn Care Service. Members and staff work together to perform contracted jobs allowing members to derive income from hands-on participation. For many it is a first small paycheck which may lead to increased self-confidence and competitive employment.

All Hedwig House members are eligible for vocational services. Some services are funded through the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and members are helped with necessary applications.

A comfortable, safe, affordable place to call “home” is important to everyone. Hedwig House provides Housing Support services to help members in many program-leased apartments throughout Montgomery County or in the member’s own living arrangements.

Unlike many residential programs which are transitional and time-limited, Hedwig House invites members to make the apartment their “home” as long as they wish.

Since shared housing is often a necessity for those on low, fixed incomes, Hedwig House will assist in introducing roommates and can help with start-up costs, furniture and a variety of ongoing support services.

Residents are responsible for their own rents and living expenses, encouraging self-esteem and empowerment. Support, counseling and assistance from qualified staff are available as needed.

Since 1975, Hedwig House has been providing fellowship, vocational training and long-term housing to person with mental illness. It is a private, non-profit organization working under contract with the Montgomery County Office of Mental Health.

The mission of Hedwig House is to provide support and assistance to persons with mental illness to enable them to pursue and enjoy success in their chosen residential, vocational and social goals. The opportunity for personal growth and stable community living is offered through a program environment which stresses caring, fellowship and mutual effort wherein the person is both recipient and contributor.

Funding for Hedwig House, Inc. Comes from the Montgomery County Mental Health/Mental Retardation/Drug and Alcohol Program and donations from individuals, corporations and foundations.

United Way funding is also received through the donor option program. The Hedwig House donor option number is 07446.

Hedwig House does not discriminate against any person for any reason including race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, handicap or sex.