AIM Center, Inc.

AIM Center, Inc. We are non-medical and non-clinical, however, we work in concert with other professionals to provide comprehensive mental health services.

The AIM Center clubhouse provides psychosocial rehabilitation services to create hope, community and social change to enrich and celebrate the lives of people living with serious mental illness. AIM Center is a nonprofit mental health program offering employment, education, housing, socialization, and wellness opportunities for adults living with serious mental illness. Our focus is recovery! What

makes us unique to the region? Utilizing a psychosocial rehabilitation model known as the "Clubhouse program," the AIM Center allows Clubhouse members to develop relationships and create an individual recovery plan, whilst working side by side with other program participants and staff. Since 1989, we have helped over 3,000 adults in the Chattanooga community lead a full and meaningful life, while living with serious mental illness. Each day 75 to 100 participants, called Clubhouse members, come to the AIM Center to engage in recovery activities. By working together with staff and other members, individuals begin to feel needed and accepted, discover their strengths and abilities, and develop relationships based on mutual respect and shared contributions. AIM Center members have equal voices in all facets of the Clubhouse ‘s operations including planning leisure activities, hiring staff, making decisions about policies and procedures, and having input into the long-range planning of the Clubhouse. Services provided outside the Clubhouse model promote community integration, which includes transitional and supported employment, supported education, supported housing, and leisure activities. The program is open to persons with a diagnosed psychiatric disorder who are 18 years of age or older. Membership to AIM Center is without time limits, so individuals may return to AIM Center whenever they need or want additional support.

Save the date for AIM Center’s Clubhouse Day of Giving and consider supporting AIM Center during Mental Health Awareness...
04/22/2026

Save the date for AIM Center’s Clubhouse Day of Giving and consider supporting AIM Center during Mental Health Awareness Month! 🧡

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it will be here before we know it. This is a meaningful opportunity for us to celebrate mental health recovery, share stories of impact from our community, and actively work to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. That’s why we’re excited to kick off the month with our AIM Center Clubhouse Day of Giving on May 6th!

We’ve set an ambitious goal to raise $5,000 in one day to support the Clubhouse community, and we can only reach it with your help.

We’ll be sharing more about this special day, including ways you can get involved and support adults in Chattanooga living with serious mental illness. Gifts can also be made now in the lead up to the big day!

To learn more and make a life changing gift today, click here ➡ onecau.se/_h58xg1

We hope you’ve been enjoying the beautiful weather we’ve had over the past week, because Dominique definitely has! 🌤Last...
04/19/2026

We hope you’ve been enjoying the beautiful weather we’ve had over the past week, because Dominique definitely has! 🌤

Last week, she took the wonderful opportunity to gather her art supplies and set up outside, working on some of her current pieces while listening to some music, enjoying the sunshine, and getting some fresh air.

We’re lucky to have so many talented artists in our Clubhouse, and Dominique is certainly one of them. If you haven’t had a chance to get out and enjoy this spring weather yet, let this be your sign! 🧡

April 14th was Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry's so obviously we had to take a quick field trip from the Clubhouse to get s...
04/18/2026

April 14th was Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry's so obviously we had to take a quick field trip from the Clubhouse to get some ice cream! Good thing it's just a couple of minutes up the road. 😉

We had SUCH a blast today at our Spring Fling social! Who doesn't love a fun Friday enjoying this beautiful spring weath...
04/17/2026

We had SUCH a blast today at our Spring Fling social! Who doesn't love a fun Friday enjoying this beautiful spring weather!? 🌤️

Thanks to all the staff and members who made today so fun!

Have a great weekend everyone! 😎

Here are 5 reasons why YOU should Strike Out the Stigma with AIM Center on May 7th... 👀1. It'll be a FUN night out that ...
04/17/2026

Here are 5 reasons why YOU should Strike Out the Stigma with AIM Center on May 7th... 👀

1. It'll be a FUN night out that supports mental health recovery 🧠
2. No bowling skills are needed! 🎳
3. Food, soft drinks, and bowling are included in your ticket 🎟
4. It's perfect for a fun night out with friends, coworkers, or the family 😎
5. You'll be a part of a community that supports mental health! 🧡

Individual tickets are $35, and team registration is $200 with a special player gift included. Spots are limited so grab your tickets, rally your team, and join us at Spare Time Chattanooga to fill the lanes, have some fun, and strike out stigma together!

Learn more and reserve your spot by clicking here ➡ onecau.se/aimstrikeoutthestigma26

We are elated to share that we were graciously awarded a generous grant of $28,500 from our friends at CommonSpirit - Me...
04/16/2026

We are elated to share that we were graciously awarded a generous grant of $28,500 from our friends at CommonSpirit - Memorial Foundation to help expand our Connected Care Program.

These funds will allow us to continue bridging gaps in health care for both our members and individuals in the community living with serious mental illness. Through strategic partnerships with organizations like River Valley Health and The Bethlehem Center, our Connected Care Program helps individuals navigate complex medical systems and access the care they need. This funding is even going to allow us to pilot a first ever prescription support program for certain individuals who may need assistance with psychiatric medications! This further strengthens our commitment to whole-person care and support.

CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital has awarded nearly $220,000 in Community Health Improvement Grants to local nonprofit organizations working to improve access to care, mental and behavioral health resources, transportation, food security, and health education across the region. We are honored to be part of this investment in our community and grateful for the opportunity to expand our impact even further. 🧡

To learn more about AIM Center’s Connected Care program, click here: https://aimcenterinc.org/connected-care-program/

Do you know a mental health hero in Chattanooga? 👀Now is your chance to celebrate them in a meaningful way! Nominate the...
04/15/2026

Do you know a mental health hero in Chattanooga? 👀

Now is your chance to celebrate them in a meaningful way! Nominate them for the Inaugural Mental Health Hero Awards and help shine a spotlight on the individuals making a real difference in our community.

In case you missed the news, nominations are officially open! We are excited to recognize the people who are breaking stigma, uplifting others, and serving as powerful advocates for mental health across Chattanooga.

Award categories span nearly every sector and corner of our community, so there is a place for every kind of hero. If someone comes to mind, we invite you to explore the categories and submit a nomination today. Self nominations are also welcome!

🗳 Nominations are open through May 30th, so be sure to submit yours today by clicking here ➡ https://bit.ly/NominateAHeroToday

Also, be sure to save the date for October 29th when we will come together to honor these individuals and celebrate AIM Center’s mission to serve adults in Chattanooga living with serious mental illness! ✨

To learn more about the event, including sponsorship opportunities and ways to get involved, click here ➡ https://bit.ly/MentalHealthHeroAwards

It’s Opening Day for the Chattanooga Lookouts, and Jerry is ready for the crowd tonight! ⚾The Lookouts have been an incr...
04/14/2026

It’s Opening Day for the Chattanooga Lookouts, and Jerry is ready for the crowd tonight! ⚾

The Lookouts have been an incredible employment partner of AIM Center for years, with many of our members achieving their employment goals while working at the stadium. Jerry is getting ready to kick off his 5th season at the concession stand tonight and is excited to be part of the energy in the new stadium tonight!

We’re excited to share this FREE sensory-friendly Open Chord performance in collaboration with the Chattanooga Symphony ...
04/14/2026

We’re excited to share this FREE sensory-friendly Open Chord performance in collaboration with the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera coming up on Saturday, April 18th at the Downtown Chattanooga Public Library! 🎵

The CSO welcomes everyone to their performances, but they know that some patrons hesitate to attend a live concert without knowing how they might react. Open Chord is CSO's sensory-friendly program designed to use the power of music to foster connection, understanding, and emotional well-being. It focuses on creating supportive musical experiences that are sensitive to the unique needs of individuals, including those with disabilities or those reintegrating into society. The program aims to meet people where they are, offering them a space to engage with live music in a way that feels both accessible and empowering.

What to Expect:
This concert is designed for patrons 12 and up. Our goal is to have a listening concert experience. The concert will have a short 10-minute intermission where patrons are invited to engage with one another and then return to their seats.

Seating will be open, quiet spaces will be available, and headphones and manipulatives will be on hand. Patrons are welcome to bring their own.

We are grateful for partners who are committed to making the arts welcoming for everyone and hope you will consider attending!

While the event is free, ticket reservations are appreciated and you can submit yours by clicking here ➡ https://chattanoogasymphony.org/events/sensory-friendly-ages-12-2026-04-18-200-pm/

We had a wonderful time this past weekend at Chattanooga Autism Center, Inc ’s annual walk at Coolidge Park! 🌤We met so ...
04/13/2026

We had a wonderful time this past weekend at Chattanooga Autism Center, Inc ’s annual walk at Coolidge Park! 🌤

We met so many amazing people, had great conversations, and debuted our new wheel for events like this. It was a total hit! So if you see us at a community event, come spin the wheel for some cool swag and say hello! 😊

We were truly honored to be part of such a special event and congratulate them on a successful walk!

Strike out the Stigma is back for its second year, and YOU are invited! 🎳Get ready to Strike Out the Stigma with AIM Cen...
04/09/2026

Strike out the Stigma is back for its second year, and YOU are invited! 🎳

Get ready to Strike Out the Stigma with AIM Center as we once again take over Spare Time Chattanooga on Thursday, May 7 at 6 PM. Tickets and team registrations are available now! Spots are limited, so reserve yours today and learn more here ➡ onecau.se/aimstrikeoutthestigma26

Individual tickets are $35 and include lane rental, bowling shoes, pizza, and soft drinks. Team registration is $200 and includes all of the above, plus a special player gift for each team member! Help us fill the alley, strike out stigma, and have fun doing it. Invite your friends and family for a great night supporting AIM Center’s mission to serve adults with serious mental illness. 🧡

We hope to see you there! 👀

AIM Center is excited to welcome our new Chief Housing Officer, Rebecca Mathews! Rebecca joins us from the CHATT Foundat...
04/08/2026

AIM Center is excited to welcome our new Chief Housing Officer, Rebecca Mathews!

Rebecca joins us from the CHATT Foundation, where she served as Director of the Maclellan Shelter for Families. In that role, she heard powerful stories of loss, addiction, trauma, and survival and witnessed resilience bloom in even the hardest places.

She shares, “I’m excited to be part of AIM Center because I’m deeply committed to breaking down barriers and expanding access to basic needs across our community. I believe, at my core, that housing is a human right.”

Rebecca holds a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (Go Vols!) and is a trauma-informed certified coach.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, often at the park, a sporting event, or simply enjoying time together. Fun fact: she plays on an adult kickball team and has a very spoiled and adorable French bulldog named Jo Jo.

We are thrilled to have Rebecca on the team! She has already jumped right into our mission, and we could not be more grateful! 🧡

Address

472 W. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Chattanooga, TN
37402

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 2am

Telephone

+14236244800

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