About the Drop In Center

Mission

The Upward Bound 5th Street Express will help consumers develop their social life, develop leisure skills, help overcome loneliness, isolation and provide relief from stress in a cost effective setting. It will provide, in a very comfortable way, an atmosphere of acceptance with a sense of belonging.

Description

Upward Bound 5th Street Express is a drop in center where adults meet other adults, most of whom struggle with stress, anxiety, depression or other mental health disorders. It is a safe, stigma free place where members are treated with respect. There is no cost for membership and most activities are free. Transportation is available for most activities.

Upward Bound is a 501(c)3 corporation, governed by a 8 member consumer board of directors.
The board meets on the second Monday of each month and all members are welcome to attend.


Services

Access to mental health information, resources, and services.

Education: nutrition education, mental health skills group, nurse time, visits to historic sites, museums, and state parks.

Health & Wellness: nutrition workshops, fitness opportunities, walking groups, tread mill, recumbent bike.

Social Activities: movie night, playing cards and games, shopping trips, county and state fairs, picnics, Wii bowling, fishing, and 10 County activities.

Other: craft and painting supplies, sewing machine, newspaper, occasional meals, computers with internet access, and cable TV.