Waverley Place at McLean Hospital – Serious Mental Illness Community (Belmont, MA)
About This Group
Waverley Place is a therapeutic community at McLean Hospital for adults living with serious persistent mental illness, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This non-clinical recovery model provides a unique community-based environment where members support one another through peer connections, shared activities, and mutual accountability in a home-like setting.
What to Expect
Waverley Place operates as a member-driven therapeutic community rather than a clinical program. Members participate in daily community activities, peer support, recreational programming, and vocational opportunities. The environment emphasizes recovery, personal growth, and community responsibility. Members develop social skills, build meaningful relationships, and work toward personal recovery goals within a structured yet supportive framework. The program serves as a bridge between clinical treatment and independent living.
About McLean Hospital
McLean Hospital is the largest psychiatric affiliate of Harvard Medical School and a recognized leader in psychiatric treatment and research. Waverley Place reflects McLean’s innovative approach to community-based recovery for individuals with serious mental illness, providing an alternative to traditional clinical settings.
Meeting Details
Schedule: Ongoing community; call for orientation times
Location: Belmont, MA (half-mile from McLean’s main campus)
Format: In-person therapeutic community
Who This Group Is For
Adults with serious persistent mental illness including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and bipolar disorder who are able to participate in community living. Appropriate for those seeking long-term peer support and community connection.
Contact Information
Phone: (617) 484-0193
Website: mcleanhospital.org
Additional Information
Cost: $300/month membership; sliding scale available
Registration: Call for orientation and intake information
Confidentiality: All participation is kept confidential
This listing is provided for informational purposes. Please contact Waverley Place directly for current availability.