Four Seasons Social Club
Program: The Four Seasons Social Club is a welcoming space for adults living with mental health challenges, offering a safe and supportive environment to connect with peers and enhance overall well-being. The Club serves as a place to build and strengthen life skills in areas such as social interaction, independent living, and employment. Our compassionate and dedicated staff are committed to helping members grow and thrive.
Our primary goal is to support members in successfully integrating into the community, reducing the risk of rehospitalization, and fostering meaningful social connections. At the heart of the Four Seasons Club are its members-each individual brings unique strengths, ideas, and energy that enrich our community.
Open: Monday-Friday 8:30am-3:00pm
Eligibility: Adults 18 and older with a primary mental health diagnosis
Contact: 607-773-1184
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To become a member, please complete Four Seasons Referral, the Functional Assessment and CSS Eligibility Form. Additionally, a Psychiatric Assessment is requested at the time of submission.
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Please send all completed forms and psychiatric assessment to Kimberly DeSantis-Johns, kdesantisjohns@CCBC.net
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Psychiatric Assessment
Stepping Stone Drop in Center
Program: Stepping Stone is a safe, unstructured program for people with mental illness who choose not to participate in programs with requirements for attendance and participation. This setting provides a low demand environment appealing to individuals who have not been comfortable participating in other mental health programs. The only requirement for participation is self‐report of mental illness. Drop In provides opportunities for social interaction with peers and support from all peer staff. Program staff provide self‐help groups and one on one support for individuals who choose the option of a less structured and supportive environment and also engage in community projects and outings. Lunch is provided daily which may be the main meal of the day for participants.
Hours: Monday through Friday 9am-2:30pm. Available to: Individuals with a mental health diagnosis. Contact: 607-773-3204
Peer Support Institute
Catholic Charities of Broome County has developed a Peer Support Institute.
This program is FREE, and open to anyone who has lived mental health experience and who has an interest in gaining the skills desired to become a peer support staff and advocate.
Peer support specialists are able to offer a unique understanding as they have walked the path of recovery themselves. They strive to empower others to achieve their hopes, dreams, and goals, and connect with them in a personal recovery journey. Peer Specialists hold valuable positions within an agency but currently there is a lack of qualified and skilled individuals in the field of Mental Health.
Training and support is provided by Peer Support Specialists that have the experience and knowledge of the Academy of Peer Services curriculum and coursework. Individuals can either participate in person or online depending on his/her/their comfort level.
Should you have any questions or would like to hear more about this program , please contact the Peer Support Institute at (607) 773-3204, and request to speak with Brandan Campbell.
Peer Support Services With the BCPL
The Conrad and Virginia Klee Foundation, Catholic Charities of Broome County, and the Broome County Library have teamed up to create supported services for the most vulnerable individuals in the community. Peer Support Services offer:
- Shelter and Housing Applications
- Apartment Searches
- Pantry Locations and Community Meals
- Socialization and Recreation
- Hygiene Supplies and Clothing Resources
- Help With Cellphone Services
- Assistance in Completing Paperwork
- And More
Peer Support Services is located in the rotunda of the library Monday-Thursday 9am-2pm
