Top Benefits
About the role
Pursue wellness
The Academy helps members pursue goals within the 8 dimensions of wellness
At the Academy, members and staff are focused on healthy lifestyles that incorporate the 8 Dimensions of Wellness, as identified by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA): Emotional, Environmental, Financial, Intellectual, Occupational, Physical, Social, and Spiritual.
Each member develops an individual goal plan based on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness.
All Aboard the Goal Train
A creative look at the personal goals of Academy members relating to the 8 Dimensions of Wellness (3 minutes)
Emotional
Members have the opportunity to strengthen their coping skills, experience improved personal relationships and achieve greater stability. Our work-ordered day and social programming are designed to focus on member strengths, talents and abilities.
Environmental
Members enjoy a calming ambiance at the Academy, which is custom-designed with natural light and pleasant color schemes. Gardening is available on a daily basis. Members also have the opportunity to acquire dignified and/or improved housing with one of the Academy’s housing partners.
Financial
Members develop financial literacy, learn budgeting skills and achieve greater financial independence. Members who choose an employment path reduce their dependence on public benefits and develop greater self-sufficiency.
Intellectual
Members reawaken their creativity and mental potential by participating in the Academy’s vocational training areas. Cutting edge technology, industry standard equipment and challenging responsibilities are available to all members.
Occupational
Members find purpose during our work-ordered day, build stamina and develop skills. Although not a requirement, career options are available through our Transitional and Supported Employment programs.
Physical
Members improve their physical health through nutrition and exercise. The Academy offers a nutritious daily lunch and a range of wellness activities including smoking cessation, exercise and stretching classes.
Social
Members have the opportunity to make friends at their own pace and develop a social support network. This happens through interaction in the Academy’s work-ordered as well our evening, weekend and holiday programming.
Spiritual
Members engage in service projects with each other and in the Sarasota community, providing a greater sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. Afternoon wellness programs include tai chi, meditation, yoga, stress management and other mind-body practices.
You're invited!
Stop By And See What We're All About
We welcome you to come take a tour of the Academy. See the teams in action and enjoy a healthy lunch prepared onsite. To better accommodate you, appointments are preferred.
Schedule a tour Contact us
About Academy at Glengary
The Academy at Glengary is an accredited program with Clubhouse International and is part of a worldwide network of over 300 Clubhouse programs in 32 countries.
The Academy, first and foremost, is a working community, where opportunities for skill development, friendship, and employment are the means by which Academy members pursue their dreams and goals. Academy members are valued for their skills and talents, while embarking on a journey to wellness and recovery. Training opportunities are offered in culinary arts, hospitality, phone reception, business, maintenance/janitorial, customer service, accounting/banking, videography and graphic design.
In addition, the Academy offers opportunities for socialization, fun and relaxation on evening, weekend and holiday events.
Thanks to a unique collaboration between public and private sectors, the Academy engages community leaders, family members, businesses, human service providers and employment partners in the transformational process of helping our members lead productive and meaningful lives. Current Employment Partners include Sarasota Memorial Healthcare, Public Defenders Office, the Pines of Sarasota, Sunset Cadillac and Doctors Hospital.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Pursue wellness
The Academy helps members pursue goals within the 8 dimensions of wellness
At the Academy, members and staff are focused on healthy lifestyles that incorporate the 8 Dimensions of Wellness, as identified by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA): Emotional, Environmental, Financial, Intellectual, Occupational, Physical, Social, and Spiritual.
Each member develops an individual goal plan based on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness.
All Aboard the Goal Train
A creative look at the personal goals of Academy members relating to the 8 Dimensions of Wellness (3 minutes)
Emotional
Members have the opportunity to strengthen their coping skills, experience improved personal relationships and achieve greater stability. Our work-ordered day and social programming are designed to focus on member strengths, talents and abilities.
Environmental
Members enjoy a calming ambiance at the Academy, which is custom-designed with natural light and pleasant color schemes. Gardening is available on a daily basis. Members also have the opportunity to acquire dignified and/or improved housing with one of the Academy’s housing partners.
Financial
Members develop financial literacy, learn budgeting skills and achieve greater financial independence. Members who choose an employment path reduce their dependence on public benefits and develop greater self-sufficiency.
Intellectual
Members reawaken their creativity and mental potential by participating in the Academy’s vocational training areas. Cutting edge technology, industry standard equipment and challenging responsibilities are available to all members.
Occupational
Members find purpose during our work-ordered day, build stamina and develop skills. Although not a requirement, career options are available through our Transitional and Supported Employment programs.
Physical
Members improve their physical health through nutrition and exercise. The Academy offers a nutritious daily lunch and a range of wellness activities including smoking cessation, exercise and stretching classes.
Social
Members have the opportunity to make friends at their own pace and develop a social support network. This happens through interaction in the Academy’s work-ordered as well our evening, weekend and holiday programming.
Spiritual
Members engage in service projects with each other and in the Sarasota community, providing a greater sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. Afternoon wellness programs include tai chi, meditation, yoga, stress management and other mind-body practices.
You're invited!
Stop By And See What We're All About
We welcome you to come take a tour of the Academy. See the teams in action and enjoy a healthy lunch prepared onsite. To better accommodate you, appointments are preferred.
Schedule a tour Contact us
About Academy at Glengary
The Academy at Glengary is an accredited program with Clubhouse International and is part of a worldwide network of over 300 Clubhouse programs in 32 countries.
The Academy, first and foremost, is a working community, where opportunities for skill development, friendship, and employment are the means by which Academy members pursue their dreams and goals. Academy members are valued for their skills and talents, while embarking on a journey to wellness and recovery. Training opportunities are offered in culinary arts, hospitality, phone reception, business, maintenance/janitorial, customer service, accounting/banking, videography and graphic design.
In addition, the Academy offers opportunities for socialization, fun and relaxation on evening, weekend and holiday events.
Thanks to a unique collaboration between public and private sectors, the Academy engages community leaders, family members, businesses, human service providers and employment partners in the transformational process of helping our members lead productive and meaningful lives. Current Employment Partners include Sarasota Memorial Healthcare, Public Defenders Office, the Pines of Sarasota, Sunset Cadillac and Doctors Hospital.