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General Information

The Grace Art and Wellness Program, located in downtown San Jose, is a therapeutic recreation center which serves adults with mental illness and other cognitive disabilities.

The therapeutic and recreation staff is committed to creating a place where instead of isolation and marginalization, there is safety, acceptance, and meaningful engagement with others. Members are provided with support in maintaining and improving their mental health and level of functioning through the modalities of therapeutic recreation and expressive arts. The Center’s goal is to serve the social, recreation and therapeutic needs of adults with mental illness and other cognitive disabilities.

Drop in activities include art groups, process and support groups, sports and fitness activities, nutrition, and psychological programs which teach daily living skills. Grace also offers access to fitness equipment, a computer lab, a pool table, and other lounge type areas where members can relax with music, television, and socialize with others.

All activities are open to members only, with the exception of Monthly Dances and the Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Winter Holiday annual events. To apply to become a member, complete the memership application and bring a copy of an id and a $5 lifetime membership fee. New members must attend a new member orientation. Most activities are free with membership unless otherwise noted. To apply as a caregiver/support staff, complete the caregiver/support staff application.

The Center also offers volunteer opportunities for students and other community members We also provide opportunities for those needing to fulfill Court Ordered obligations. For more information, please contact  Jonathan Valenzuela at 408-293-0422. 

Internship opportunities are available for students studying in the field of Therapeutic Recreation. Please contact Josue Covarrubias at 408-793-5589.

Hours

• Monday - Tuesday, Thursday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Sunday: Closed

Amenities

• Computer Lab
  • Internet searches
  • E-mail
  • No printing
• Fitness Equipment
  • Exercise Bikes and Recumbent Bikes
  • Free Weights
  • Punching Bag
  • Skipping ropes
• Pool Table
•  TV Lounge
  • Flat Screen TV & Library

*All activities are open to members only, with the exception of Monthly Dances and the Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Winter Holiday annual events. To apply to become a member, this application, a copy of an id, and a $5 lifetime membership fee and must attend a new member orientation. Most activities are free with membership unless otherwise noted.

Programs Offered