LONG BRANCH, N.J. - s4story -- In recognition of World Mental Health Day on October 10, Shore House is bringing the community together through two special events designed to raise awareness, encourage meaningful conversations and highlight the importance of connection and belonging in mental health recovery.

Located in Long Branch, Shore House is New Jersey's only accredited Clubhouse, providing adults living with mental illness with a supportive community and opportunities for social connection, education and employment. Through its programming, Shore House helps members build confidence, develop independence and find purpose in their everyday lives.

On Tuesday, October 13, Shore House and the Mental Health Association of Monmouth County will present From Isolation to Inclusion: A Community Conversation at 6 p.m. at the Monmouth University Center for Entrepreneurship. The panel discussion will explore the powerful role that connection, community and belonging play in mental health and recovery. Moderated by Dr. Robin Mama, Dean Emerita of Monmouth University's School of Social Work, the conversation will feature panelists Troy Hood, Dr. Sara Longo, Ron Roebuck and Katherine Tommaso, offering perspectives on the importance of creating supportive, inclusive communities.

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Continuing the week's activities, Shore House will host its annual Rock the House fundraiser on Thursday, October 15, at Whitechapel Projects. The evening will feature live music by Jon Bagnato and headliner Joe Bezzone and the Turnstyles, bringing friends, supporters and community members together for a night of entertainment in support of Shore House's mission.

"World Mental Health Day is an important reminder that connection and community can make a meaningful difference in someone's mental health journey," said Rich Ambrosino, Executive Director. "Through these events, we hope to encourage open conversations, reduce stigma and bring more people together in support of individuals living with mental illness."

Together, the events reinforce Shore House's commitment to building a community where individuals feel valued, supported and included. By encouraging conversations about mental health and creating opportunities for people to connect, Shore House continues to demonstrate the positive impact of the Clubhouse Model and the importance of belonging in recovery.

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For more information about upcoming events and ways to support Shore House, visit www.ShoreHouseNJ.org.

About Shore House

Founded more than 15 years ago by a mental health advocate and parent of a child diagnosed with bipolar disorder, Shore House is a community resource and a safe, welcoming gathering space for adults living with a mental illness. Shore House aims to empower and restore hope, independence and self-worth for people living with a mental illness by providing access to social, education and employment opportunities.

Shore House follows the Clubhouse Model, a proven approach to mental health recovery that has successfully supported individuals living with mental illness in communities around the world for decades. As part of this worldwide network, Shore House is New Jersey's only accredited Clubhouse and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.