How do I become a member?

 

Clubhouse of Lehigh County 1437 W. Gordon Street Allentown, PA 18102 Phone: (610) 433-9910 Fax: (610) 433-9940 Director: Stephanie A. Visi Auspice Agency: Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network E-mail: svisi@gsrh.org Web Site: www.goodshepherdrehab.org find them under Rehabilitation Programs/Work Services

 History

 

Clubhouse of Lehigh County opened in February 1999 under the collaborative effort of three area organizations.  It was restructured in 2000 and reopened under the auspices of Good Shepherd Work Services in April 2000.  We moved into our current residence at 1437 Gordon Street, Allentown, PA, in January 2001.  Our membership has grown to over 900 with an average daily attendance of 40 to 45.

 

Clubhouse Community

 

Clubhouse of Lehigh County has three work units, which are responsible for the day-to-day running of the house.  The Culinary Unit is responsible for the kitchen and snack bar, including ordering food, planning menus, preparing lunch daily, and cleaning the kitchen and pantry.  The Support Unit is responsible for house maintenance and reception, including cleaning inside and outside, caring for plants, giving house tours, and staffing the reception area.  The Services Unit is responsible for communications, data management, education and employment, including producing newsletters and other printed materials, gathering and entering member data, assisting members with educational goals, and providing employment opportunities.  Our free-standing building, with wide-open spaces and plants set in large windows, offers a bright and welcoming environment for members and guests.

 

All members have opportunities for growth beyond their daily tasks.

• Policies, direction and operation of the house.
• Computer-based self-tutorials.
• Wellness and recycling initiatives.
• Social programs outside the work-ordered day.
• Member-run lending library.

Members can also work toward personal and vocational goals.  With Clubhouse support they can study for the GED, enter or return to college, seek career guidance, and participate in transitional employment positions.

Directions 

From PA Route 22 take the 15th Street exit. Take 15th Street towards Allentown. Stay on 15th Street until you get to Gordon Street. Make a left turn onto Gordon Street and the Clubhouse will be on your left.