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< Back Hero House rebuilding lives for the mentally ill Linda Ball Dec 15, 2012 Long gone are the days of locking up the mentally ill and giving them pills. But there is still a stigma attached to those who suffer from mental illness. View Article: Hero House rebuilding lives for the mentally ill At Hero House in Bellevue, a clubhouse for the mentally ill, things are very different. The space – almost 5,000 square feet – does not feel clinical. Executive director Erica Horn knows all her members and what each is dealing with. With a staff of five, Horn included, and a limited budget, the staff and members work side-by-side on every aspect of operation at the clubhouse. Hero House (Hope, Empowerment, Relationships and Opportunities) was started in 2005 as a program of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). In 2009 Hero House became its own nonprofit organization. Part of the philosophy at Hero House is its Seven Life Domains of Recovery: recreation and fitness, financial health, a member’s living situation, cultural and spiritual issues, family and friends, work and/or education and health/mental health. The philosophy at Hero House is to empower members to work side-by-side on all tasks at the clubhouse. There is a task board outlining various duties to be accomplished. There are members who are cleared to drive the 15-person van they use for outings. Members can check out the van for moving or tasks such as picking up a member upon hospital release. One member even co-signs on the checking account. Horn said they are trying to break the cycle of slipping back into the abyss. “If they’re actively participating in a clubhouse, the rate of incarceration and hospitalization decreases,” Horn said, adding that they’ve let people in who are using illegal drugs, but they will not tolerate anyone who is threat to others or is violent. Hero House also works to get members into transitional employment, a way for members to return to work in a community-based business or industry. Most are entry-level jobs. They help people with soft skills such as how to deal with paranoia in the workplace. In what is called the hospitality unit, basically a big dining room, they have hot lunch every day. If the food is donated, lunch is free, otherwise it’s $2. Twice a week Hero House gets bread from Panera Bread and PCC brings lunch food. Farms For Life donates fresh produce and the tables and chairs are new to them, recently donated by a law firm. There are weekly socials at the clubhouse, and for Christmas, Argosy Cruises gave Hero House a 50 percent discount for members to take part in a Christmas Lights Cruise. Hero House is picking up half of the remaining cost so members end up paying $3. There are laundry facilities for homeless members, and wellness programs including healthy cooking classes. “One member taught them how to make sweet potato pie with low-fat and low-sugar – on a budget,” Horn said. Many of the members are very artistic, too. A group of artists in Hero House called “Artists on the Edge,” had a showing at a gallery in Everett. Hero House’s big fundraiser every year is the Harvest luncheon in November. This year the goal was $75,000 and they fell short at $42,000. The kitchen needs a commercial stove. The need is always there. “We’re humble, but successful,” Horn said. “We can compete with some of the larger organizations. We’re honest. We’ve earned the trust of the county. We’ve always done what we said we were going to.” Horn said when funding for nonprofits was cut by the Legislature last year, the county helped by providing Mental Illness and Drug Dependency (MIDD) money. She hopes Hero House will fare well during The Seattle Foundation’s Give Big Day in 2013. Meanwhile, they continue with outreach and keeping tabs on members who haven’t been around in a while. “It’s their link. If they’re depressed, it can be their invitation back to the living,” Horn said. Previous Next

Our Partners At Hero House NW, we believe in the power of collaboration. Our partners are integral to our mission, helping us deliver essential programs that profoundly impact the lives of individuals living with mental illness. Each partnership enriches our resources, expands our reach, and enhances our capabilities, allowing us to offer more comprehensive support to those in need. Together, we are stronger and more effective in creating a world where mental health is prioritized and accessible for all. 100 Women Who Care Seattle-Eastside Since their formation in 2022, 100 Women Who Care have been able to award several local charities, including Bellevue Clubhouse. Thank you for your support!

Clubhouse Programs What is a Clubhouse? Employment Programs Our clubhouses offer three tiers of employment supports. Transitional, Supported, and Independent Employment offerings meet our members where they are at to ensure successful return to work! Education Programs Our clubhouses offer education supports which are peer led by matching members in the Supported Education Program with other members who have subject matter expertise. In-house classes are developed by the staff and members of HERO House NW based on the educational needs of current membership. Housing Programs We are dedicated as an organization to pursue community partnerships and find real solutions to housing need that is so vital to our clubhouse communities. We hope that you will join us as we build these programs throughout Washington State. Wellness Programs Our clubhouses are dedicated to the Health and Wellness of all our colleagues. Our wellness programs include: Integrated Wellness Activities Nutritious Meals Active Socials Social Programs Our Clubhouses offer social programs to make sure that our colleagues can get out and enjoy everything that our beautiful Northwest has to offer. The real relationships of the clubhouse can thrive when we just have fun together. Programs: Programs Become a Member HERO House Bellevue Join Today HERO House Seattle Join Today HERO House Everett Join Today

Board of Directors Scott Rerucha President Scott brings three-decades of indispensable industry experience to HERO House, having had successful tenures with Sky Bank, Bay Mortgage, Cowlitz Bank, and First Independent Bank. He co-founded Legacy Group Holdings, Inc., which was voted the second best company to work for by the Puget Sound Business Journal. Scott is currently CEO at Legacy Group Capital. He holds a BA in Finance and Economics from Seattle University. While there, Scott was a scholarship athlete on Seattle University’s tennis team. In addition, he enjoys playing and coaching basketball from kindergarten to AAU teams. Scott is a proud member and sponsor of Big Brothers of America. Savinay Dangi Vice President Savinay is a tenured executive from the telecommunication industry with over 22 years of experience in Operations, Sales, Finance, Marketing and Corporate Strategy. He has built analytic teams at T-Mobile responsible for improving sales productivity and successfully led reporting teams and operations as well as business process improvement. Savinay has been associated with HERO House for over a year. Outside work, he has a 17-year old daughter, Sameeksha, and wife, Pratima. The Dangi family loves to travel and photography is Savinay’s dearest hobby. Savinay is proud to be a part of HERO House and supporting the cause in all possible ways. Veronika “Vee” Pohl Secretary Veronika, also known as Vee, is a marketing jack of all trades. She currently works alongside HERO House Board President, Scott Rerucha, as Legacy Group Capital’s Director of Marketing. As a graduate of Seattle University with a dual BA in Marketing and Business Management, she strongly believes in their mission of empowering leaders for a just and humane world. She attempts to live this mission out on a daily basis by advocating for mental health awareness and by volunteering with the American Marketing Association – Puget Sound, helping the collegiate chapter members grow and jumpstart their marketing careers. Sudir Ralhan Director Sudhir is a retired biomedical engineer from Philips Medical Systems and is involved in Energy, Healing, Alternative Health, Consciousness, and spirituality. Eighteen years ago, he discovered meditation and has studied at Brahma Kumaris to learn Rajyoga. He currently leads spirituality, yoga, and meditation classes at HERO House as part of our Wellness initiative. Sudhir is a wonderful advocate for the mentally ill and continues to spread the word about HERO House throughout the community. Meg McClure Director Meg McClure and her husband were instrumental in working with HHNW to bring a Clubhouse to Everett in Snohomish County. She is currently on the Advisory Board for the Everett Clubhouse. They have a daughter who is a teacher and a son who is living with mental illness. Meg spent 33 years working in the Everett School District as a Speech Language Pathologist. As a long time Snohomish County resident, Meg is committed to building partnerships to support HHNW and the Everett Clubhouse in their work for mental health rehabilitation. Deepa Bajwa Director Influenced and inspired by lived experiences, Deepa is a fierce mental health advocate dedicated to empowering marginalized communities. Working at a crisis center reaffirmed her belief that crises do not occur in a vacuum and are symptoms of the disparities that exist in our society. This reality has pushed her to pursue equality and justice throughout her academic and professional career from sustainability and now in mental health. With a keen interest in bridging not only systemic gaps but also fostering connections between individuals, she hopes to strengthen the collective fabric. She has a deep understanding that we are parts of a whole that function better together rather than in isolation. Lisa Coleman Director Pratima Lakotia Director Lisa is an 18-year member of HERO House Bellevue. She has found that the clubhouse is a highly effective way for members to work on their mental health recovery leading to living lives of wellness, connectedness, and purpose. Over the years she has done a myriad of activities to support the clubhouse including writing and editing, reception, public speaking, legislative advocacy, tour guide, and new member mentor among many other activities. She adds a distinctive touch based on lived experience. With a background in technical writing, her next goal is to secure paid employment in addition to becoming a member of Clubhouse International’s faculty to accredit clubhouses around the world. Pratima has over 20 years of experience in financial management, business analytics, pricing strategy, and budgeting at Fortune 500 companies, such as T-Mobile and Microsoft. She currently serves as the Deputy Mayor of the City of Newcastle and manages a nonprofit called Teenswhocare, which involves over 3,000 high school volunteers who contribute to the community daily. She enjoys hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and traveling with her family and friends in her free time. She has recently joined the Board of Hero House and is dedicated to promoting mental wellness. Lesa Hastings Advisor Lesa works in marketing arena. Working in digital marketing, she has worn many hats: Director of Digital Marketing, Director of Strategic Projects, speaker at national conferences, and overseeing operations/fulfillment. She is an advocate for mental health awareness, speaking to the necessity of de-stigmatizing mental health, and creating accessible resources for all. In addition to volunteering for HHNW, she has dedicated many years to working with Domestic Violence Safehouses in multiple states, supporting the women and children in residence. Learn How to Join Our Board

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Corporate Social Responsibility Corporate Social Responsibilty Our Partners Become a partner Demonstrate your commitment to the health of our community. Let’s make a difference together! Our commitment to mental wellness and corporate social responsibility can transform the lives of individuals experiencing mental illness while building a healthier, more compassionate community for all. We can help you create a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) campaign that positively impacts individuals and the community. By investing in programs like those offered by HERO House NW, we're contributing to the overall well-being of our community. Access to mental health support not only improves the lives of individuals and their families but also strengthens our community fabric and promotes social inclusion. Supporting mental wellness isn't just the right thing to do – it's also good for business. Fostering a culture of empathy and understanding helps create a more supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered. Did you know that promoting mental health awareness can lead to increased productivity, reduced absenteeism, and a stronger sense of employee loyalty and satisfaction? The impact of your investment is more than the lives impacted and community benefit. Longstanding benefits are quantifiable, including metrics like brand reputation, net promoter scores, customer loyalty, social media engagement, and community engagement which all contribute to market share and revenue growth. Contact us below to discuss how we can help with your next Corporate Social Responsibility Campaign! Let’s Work Together For more information please email or complete this online form. E-Mail: info@herohousenw.org First Name Last Name Company Position Email Message Thank you for your interest! Send

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2024 HERO House NW Fun Run on September 7th! We were thrilled to see so many participants, volunteers, and supporters come together to raise awareness and funds for people living with mental illness. A special thank you to our incredible sponsors, Nintendo US (www.nintendo.com ) and Legacy Group Capital(www.legacyg.com ), whose generosity helped make this event possible. Your contributions directly support our mission of empowering individuals in recovery through meaningful opportunities for employment, housing, and community. We couldn't have done it without our amazing participants, sponsors, volunteers, and staff. Your dedication and support are helping us make a real difference in the lives of those in need. Thank you for being a part of this important cause! Stay tuned for updates and more ways to get involved with HERO House NW as we continue to champion mental health recovery. Brought to you by our Sponsors: PLATINUM SPONSOR FINISH LINE SPONSOR Course Descripton Timing Teams Race Morning Schedule Parking Packet Pickup Volunteer Information Fundraising Event Information Other Information Top of Page Course Descripton Timing Teams Race Morning Schedule Parking Packet Pickup Fundraising Intro Donate Run News Sponsorship Information Sponsorship Interest Form Volunteer Response Form Packet Pickup Volunteer Information Fundraising Intro Course Description The 5K & 10K routes are an "out and back", starting next to Redmond City Hall in their Municipal Campus Park and immediately joining the Sammamish River Trail heading north. The scenic route takes runners and walkers up the trail towards Sixty Acres Park and downtown Woodinville. This is a flat fast route that will lend itself to fast paces and quick times! Course map for the 5K can be found here ( https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5481910975 ). Course map for the 10K can be found here (https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5494670236 ) Timing Race will be professionally chip timed to ensure accurate results. Results will be posted on the website within half hour of your finish and will be available on site at our registration kiosks after the race. SuperHERO Costume Contest Run Like a HERO! We encourage all our HEROs to wear their best superhero costume and have the chance to win some great prizes! Bring your super powers to make a difference for people living with mental illness! Teams Sign up your company, team, running group or your friends to run as a team for the HERO House Runs. Team discounts apply at 10, 25 and 50 runners registered. (*Team registration discounts are applied on registration site .) Prizes available for teams: * Sign up the most runners * Fastest team * Best fundraising team * Best team shirt Race Morning Schedule 7:00am - Registration opens 7:30am - Kids Dash 7:45am - Costume contest 8:00am - 10K start 8:15am - 5K start 9:00-9:30am - Awards (depends on finish times) Parking The parking lot in front of City Hall will only be for volunteers, vendors and staff. This parking lot is shared with the library. If you park on the library side you will get ticketed and towed. There is a commuter garage around the corner from the start at 8711 160th Ave NE (follow the signs to Race Parking). Street parking is also plentiful and all parking is free. Packet Pickup Race packets can be picked up on Race Day onsite at the race location from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Pets, Strollers, and Accessibility Accommodations Strollers, wheelchairs, and accessibility scooters are welcome and encouraged. Please understand that race personnel may request that participants with strollers or other wheeled devices begin separately or behind runners at the race start for everyone's safety. Pets are allowed in the park, but unfortunately not on the course during the event. Most areas of the trail are for those not participating in the race. Volunteers We could not pull off this event without the amazing support of our volunteers. We have spots for everyone (groups, solo, early morning, later, heavy lifting or brain power!) Please complete the volunteer form below to volunteer. Fundraising We welcome everyone to donate and to become a fundraising HERO for the 5K. CLICK HERE to become a fundraiser. Run With Us! About the Event Donate Donate to the run today! This event is our keystone fundraiser event for the year. If you have the capacity please consider donating today. Every dollar goes to the benefit of our programs and championing mental health recovery in Washington State! Donate Today About HERO House NW HERO House NW, through its three Clubhouse programs in Bellevue, Seattle and Everett, provides people living with serious mental illness opportunities to find meaning and purpose through community and work. Clubhouse members can find jobs through our employment programs, and also receive support and assistance with embarking on new career paths, pursuing educational opportunities, and securing housing stabilization. Proceeds from the HERO House Fun Run go to support the Clubhouse programs of HERO House NW, which provides recovery and support services for people living with mental illness in the greater Seattle area. Join the Fun! Run News 5K Run News Sponsorships available! See below or click here for sponsorship information. HERO House NW 3rd Annual 1 in 5K Sponsorship Information Sponsorship Interest Form SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Please check back for 2025 opportunities. 2024 Major and Event Sponsorship Opportunities: 1 Presenting Sponsor $5,000 1 Platinum Sponsor $2,500 - not available 1 Gold Sponsor $1,500 1 Silver Sponsor $1,000 1 Finish Line Sponsor $1,000 1 T-Shirts Sponsor $1,000 Multiple Swag Sponsors $500 ea. Multiple Partner Sponsors $250 ea. *Click link or photo to view or download Sponsorship Opportunity Packet & Response Form SPONSORSHIP INTEREST FORM Complete this form to request more information or to reserve a sponsorship (based upon availability of above opportunities - listings will be updated weekly.) Please review sponsorship opportunities form and feel free to reach out for more information using this form. Please join us as a Fun Run Sponsor! 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Employment Programs Transitional Employment Our Clubhouses have worked with local companies to place members on transitional employment jobs at their place of business since 2005. Through the Transitional Employment Program, managed by members and staff together, members are placed in paid, entry-level positions provided by participating companies. These positions are transitional in two ways: first, they let members ease into the world of work with a direct connection to the job; second, members receive job training and job site visits from clubhouse based placement managers. Typically, each placement lasts between six and nine months. The member may then move on to other placements until they are ready for a less supported job. Supported Employment Our Clubhouses offer the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model of Supported Employment. IPS supported employment helps people living with behavioral health conditions work at regular jobs of their choosing. Although variations of supported employment exist, IPS refers to the evidence-based practice of supported employment. Mainstream education and technical training are included as ways to advance career paths. The type of supports offered to members include a full job search, assistance with application forms, resumes, cover letters, mock interviews, and – if needed – items for interviews such as clothing. Once comfortably on the job, employment personnel keep in touch with the member through phone reach out, monthly dinners, and other supports as needed. This type of employment also provides support to the company that may initially be unsure about hiring a member for a regular job. Learn More About IPS Independent Employment Members with prior work experience and/or job related education, skills, and abilities – as well as those who have completed a number of placements through other HERO House NW programs – are encouraged to seek their own jobs. The clubhouse’s employment support helps members prepare resumes plus coaches them in job search and interview techniques. Unlike with Transitional and Supported Employment programs, members go on competitive interviews to get jobs. While members are working, they can continue to call on our Clubhouses for support by phone and through a unit available to working members.

IMPACT Summit 2023 Thank you to everyone who participated in our inaugural IMPACT Summer on March 25th! This was our opportunity to reveal our annual IMPACT Report and honor the individuals and organizations who advanced our mission throughout the year. In recognition of our key community partners, we presented individuals and organizations with the following IMPACT AWARDS during the program: Abe Kriger Visionary Award - Senator Manka Dh ingra Partner in Mental Health - 3R Technology Partner in Mental Health - Farms for Life Bellevue Clubhouse IMPACT Award - Phil Gerson Everett Clubhouse IMPACT Award - Harold J. & Meg McClure Seattle Clubhouse IMPACT Award - Larry Clum Photos available by clicking here . For more information, please contact bernadettej@herohousenw.org . Event Photos Click button below to view a slide show of the event. To download photos, please enter the password: HERO View Photo Gallery