Suite 210 308 11th Ave SE
Calgary, AB
As a Clubhouse International accredited organization, we are proud to provide an environment focused on support, mentorship, and personal growth. It is these areas of focus that have earned us our second 3 year unconditional accreditation (the highest available) from Clubhouse International.
We are defined by our values of acceptance, empowerment, and egalitarianism.
Potential Place is a non-profit mental health agency dedicated to improving the lives of people with chronic mental illness. We hope to help our members lead productive and rewarding lives.
We work to maintain a vibrant community of individuals seeking to overcome barriers presented by mental illness. Through participation, personal development, and individual empowerment, we give people the tools they need to create a sustainable, fulfilling lifestyle at work and at home.
We seek out employment opportunities for our members through initiatives like our Employment Program* and provide ongoing support, coaching, and mentorship to our members.
Potential Place advocates for housing for our members. In addition we have two small apartment buildings that house 25 members who live independently.
The YAOP (Young Adults of Potential) provides the opportunity for peer to peer engagement between young adults transitioning from youth programs into adult programming. The age range of our young adults are from 18 to 32 years.
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In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories and of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Stoney Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.
Jason has sat on the Board of Directors since March of 2015 and was appointed to the Chairperson role in April of 2021. Jason is a lawyer with Carbon Engineering Ltd. and outside of work and volunteering enjoys trail running, rock climbing, and hockey.
Kylan Kidd is a litigation associate at Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP. In her spare time, Kylan can most often be found scouting out new restaurants with her partner or hanging out at the dog park with their puppy, Ella.
Greg is a Chartered Professional Accountant and a tax partner at the firm of Ernst & Young.
In joining the Board, Greg hopes to bring his accounting background to assist in the financial governance of Potential Place.
Greg is married and has 2 children and has lived in Calgary for four years. When not working, Greg enjoys spending time with his family and playing a round or two of golf.
Deb has served her community for 39 years, working with vulnerable populations as a social worker and advocate. Deb is a mother to 27 children, 4 of her own and 23 sons through fostering and a grandmother to many. Her passion for walking with those who often walk alone has guided her career as she worked in the sectors of domestic violence, homelessness, mental illness and addictions. Deb’s belief is that when a community stands together, no one is left out and through belonging, healing and hope begin. Deb works for Alberta Health Services as a consultant and continues to volunteer for her community, and when she can, camps all year round and captures wildlife with her camera.
John is retired from the construction industry. During his time in the industry John has worked as General Contractor, Salesman, Marketing Manager and Sales Manager. John has been involved with Potential Place as a consultant and now a volunteer since 2014. John and his family enjoy times at their cottage at Sylvan Lake.
Stefan was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta and graduated from Mount Royal College in 2007 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. As a Registered Nurse, he has worked in addictions and mental health for the past 14 years, focusing on community mental health and vulnerable populations. He currently mentors nursing students through the Harry G. Shaffer Mentorship Program at Mount Royal University and hopes to pursue a teaching position after completing his graduate degree. Stefan has a particular interest in affordable housing and believes in building healthy, vibrant, and inclusive communities through advocacy, collaboration, and volunteerism.
Retired from a long career with Canadian National Railways which included managerial positions across Canada. Married to Bernadette O’Connor and father of 4 children, 2 of whom have lived experience with mental health challenges. Both are successfully navigating their individual recovery journeys. Past President of both Schizophrenia Society of Alberta and Schizophrenia Society of Canada. He is very pleased to support the mission and values of Potential Place Society.
Jessica Wilson serves on the Potential Place Board and is part of the fundraising committee. She has been a member of Potential Place for seven years.
She has earned a Practical Herbalist Diploma, as well as a Permaculture Design Certificate and is interested in health & nutrition, as well as writing.
Frank was appointed ED on an interim basis in August 2012 and made permanent ED in February 2013. Prior to his appointment Frank volunteered for over 10 years in the community in the areas of mental health and addictions. Prior to his engagement in mental health Frank was an oil and gas executive for nearly 30 years.
The International Standards for Clubhouse Programs, consensually agreed upon by the worldwide Clubhouse community, define the Clubhouse Model of rehabilitation. The principles expressed in these Standards are at the heart of the Clubhouse community’s success in helping people with mental illness to stay out of hospitals while achieving social, financial, educational and vocational goals. The Standards also serve as a “bill of rights” for members and a code of ethics for staff, board and administrators. The Standards insist that a Clubhouse is a place that offers respect and opportunity to its members.
The Standards provide the basis for assessing Clubhouse quality, through the Clubhouse International Accreditation process.
Every two years the worldwide Clubhouse community reviews these Standards, and amends them as deemed necessary. The process is coordinated by the Clubhouse International Standards Review Committee, made up of members and staff of Accredited Clubhouses from around the world. Principles inherent in each of the Standards include:
Suite 210 308 11th Ave SE
Calgary, AB
403-216-9250
| Monday to Thursday | 8:00AM-4:00PM |
| Friday | 8:00AM-8:30PM |
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