Chaz Hamrick – Keys To My Success
My name is Chaz Hamrick. I have been a member at Gateway for about 7 months. Before I came to Gateway, I was lost and searching for a purpose in…
Millions of people in the United States experience mental illness every year.
Mental illness impacts people of every race, sex, age, and religion, spanning from the rich and famous to the poor. Mentall illness is one of the most far-reaching and consequential problems facing our country today. Despite the strides society has taken to destigmatize mental illness, people experiencing mental illness still face hardship, shame, and isolation. It robs people of their identities, their sense of self, and the meaning in their lives.
Behavioral health disorders are the #1 cause of disability worldwide, surpassing all other illnesses. And unfortunately, this is becoming increasingly evident right here in Greenville. Gateway exists to provide a light for adults living with mental illness and offers a place of dignity and hope in our community.
Did you know…
- South Carolina ranks 50th in the country for mental health care access. Source
- Approximately half of all adults in South Carolina with a mental illness do not receive mental health services. Source
- 1 in 4 uninsured residents in Greenville has a mental illness . Source
- The social and economic costs of untreated and undertreated mental illness in South Carolina have increased every year since 2011. Source
How We’re Helping Rewrite the Narrative
Our holistic, community-based model helps adults with serious mental illness regain a sense of purpose and belonging. Adults who have participated in a Clubhouse program like Gateway experience various positive outcomes, including:
Increased Job Stability
Improved Well-Being
Fewer Hospital Stays
Better Overall Health
Reduced Incarcerations
Real People. Real Outcomes.
Over the years, Gateway has served almost 1500 members. That means 1500 new beginnings. 1500 fresh starts. 1500 lives reclaimed. Gateway has enriched lives for our members as well as their families, friends and employers. Here are some of their stories.
Chimere’s Story – Fulfilling My Dreams
Chimere’s Story – Fulfilling My Dreams
My name is Chimere Sherald and I am a member of Gateway. A former athlete, I played basketball at Spartanburg Methodist College and Limestone College. I have three college degrees;…
Jade’s Story of hope and purposefulness
Jade’s Story of hope and purposefulness
Hello, my name is Jade Clark and I am a member at Gateway House of Greenville. As long as I can remember I have had serious issues with anxiety, panic,…
