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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.

11/04/2026

Chattanooga... WOW!

This is what it looks like when a community shows up for mental health recovery, and our hearts couldn't be more full. The inaugural Mental Health Hero Awards took place last week, and we can't stop thinking about everything we accomplished together through this special event.

We brought together a community of people with lived experience, advocates dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, and individuals and organizations working every day to make our community healthier, stronger, and safer for all. Most importantly, we had the opportunity to celebrate some of the incredible people making a difference in this space, recognize the work they do, and show them just how much they mean to our community.

Together, we set a new precedent for what this event can become in the years ahead. The evening was a beautiful reminder of what can happen when people come together around a shared commitment to hope, recovery, and making a difference. We're already looking forward to what next year will bring!

Before the dust fully settles from this incredible night, we want to once again congratulate our inaugural award winners and thank them for all the work they do, both seen and unseen, to make our community a better place for everyone. We are so grateful for the example they set and the difference they continue to make.

We also want to extend another heartfelt thank-you to all of our sponsors, donors, and everyone who helped bring this evening to life. Your generosity and support made a night like this possible, and we're so grateful to have you alongside us in this work.

The Mental Health Hero Awards embody so much of what the AIM Center is all about: community, connection, hope, and celebrating the people who make a difference in the lives of others. What a privilege it was to bring this community together, and what a wonderful reminder of what we can accomplish when we show up for one another.

Here's to the first of many! ✨

10/29/2026

A special evening like the Mental Health Hero Awards wouldn’t be possible without the support and generosity of sponsors who are committed to this work and the people who show up every day to make a difference in our community.

Before tonight’s celebration kicks off, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible event sponsors. Because of their generosity, we’ll be gathering at the Westin in just a few hours to celebrate the people and organizations making a difference in mental health recovery, advocacy, and support across Chattanooga.

Special thanks to:
+ VEGA Corporation of Tennessee
+ Hits 96
+ Sunny 92.3
+ Pinnacle Financial Partners
+ HHM Certified Public Accountants
+ C2 Solutions
+ Tennessee Interventional and Imaging Associates
+ Husch Blackwell
+ First Horizon
+ The Coe Family
+ Marsh Agency
+ City of Chattanooga - Government
+ CommonSpirit - TN & GA - Memorial
+ Erlanger
+ Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union
+ Volunteer Behavioral Health
+ Signal Centers
+ WTVC-TV NewsChannel 9 News
+ Noon Development
+ The Baldwin Group

For those joining us tonight, we can’t wait to celebrate with you! ✨

For those supporting us from afar, our silent auction is in full swing, and bids are already coming in. There are so many great items to explore, so check out what’s available and place your bids here ➡ https://bit.ly/MHHA_Silent_Auction

10/27/2026

A great event is made even more special by the people who bring the energy, warmth, and connection that make everyone feel welcome. We’re excited to have two familiar and beloved faces in our Chattanooga community guiding us through the inaugural Mental Health Hero Awards!

James McKissic is the President of Arts Build, a local arts fund in Chattanooga, Tennessee. A passionate supporter of the arts, humanities, and culture, James is a graduate of Leadership Tennessee and a dedicated community member. When he’s not working, he’s probably watching mysteries on BritBox, gardening, weaving, or restocking his Little Free Library as a volunteer steward.

Miles Huff serves as the Director of the Office of New Chattanoogans for the City of Chattanooga. After nearly a decade working in mental health, Miles shifted directions and entered the corporate world before stepping into his current role, where he helps welcome, integrate, and connect new residents to our community.

We’re grateful to have James and Miles bringing their energy and community spirit to this special evening as we celebrate the people making a difference in mental health recovery, advocacy, and support across Chattanooga. They can’t wait to welcome you to The Westin Chattanooga this Thursday!

10/27/2026

We’re excited to introduce you to our Mental Health Hero Awards event chair, Aaron Collier.

Born and raised in Chattanooga, Aaron now calls Signal Mountain home, where he lives with his wife, Laurie, and their three children. He has spent the past 15 years at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee as a Principal Digital Product Manager and proudly serves on the AIM Center Board of Directors.

Mental health has touched Aaron’s life in meaningful ways, shaping his belief that no one should have to face these challenges without support. When asked to chair the Mental Health Hero Awards Committee, he was happy to say yes. For Aaron, this event is an opportunity to celebrate the people making a difference in mental health recovery and advocacy while helping build the resources that make this work possible.

Aaron is looking forward to the evening and celebrating the individuals across our community who are doing this important work that touches all of us. We’re grateful for his leadership, his commitment to mental health, and his role in bringing this special evening to life!

10/22/2026

The Hero Awards may be officially sold out, but the fun is just beginning... 👀

We're excited to share that the silent auction is officially open, and everyone is welcome to join in, whether you're attending the event or cheering us on from afar. If you can't join us in person, this is a great way to be part of the excitement and support the work of AIM Center. And for those joining us at the awards, you can go ahead and take a peek and get those early bids in!

With over 100 unique items, there's so much to explore! From regional experiences and local eats and drinks to custom packages and more than 50 pieces of original artwork created by AIM Center artists, there's something for everyone. We'll be adding even more items in the coming week, so be sure to check back regularly to see what new finds you might discover.

Every bid is another way to be part of this special event and support a community where people living with serious mental illness can find hope, connection, and belonging.

To explore the silent auction and start bidding, click here ➡ https://bit.ly/MHHA_Silent_Auction

10/21/2026

This is it, your final chance to join us for the inaugural Mental Health Hero Awards. ✨

Ticket sales close at midnight tonight, and we're so excited to bring our community together to celebrate mental health recovery and the incredible people and organizations making a difference in the lives of others. We have such a special group of inaugural award winners, and we can't wait for you to hear their stories, celebrate their impact, and share in an evening centered on hope, connection, and the power of community.

Get those last-minute tickets before it's too late by clicking here ➡ https://bit.ly/MentalHealthHeroAwards

10/19/2026

Over the last several weeks, we’ve been sharing the stories of our incredible Mental Health Hero Awards winners, and we’re finally down to our last honoree: our 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Jean Blackburn, MSN, APRN, PMHCNS-BC.

Jean’s journey in mental health care began in 1961 at Florida State Hospital, where one brief interaction would shape her life’s work. When a patient who had been silent for some time finally spoke, their first words were, “Orange Juice.” But when that simple request was denied because it fell outside the established schedule, the patient withdrew into silence once again.

For Jean, this moment revealed how easily rules and routines could overshadow the person at the heart of care. She carried that lesson throughout her career, advocating for an approach to mental health care grounded in compassion, dignity, and understanding.

After coming to Chattanooga, Jean joined the Erlanger School of Nursing faculty and helped establish psychiatric nursing training at Moccasin Bend, where she worked for 16 years. In 1978, she established Family System Therapy after studying Bowen Family Systems Theory. Throughout her career, she has coached more than 4,000 families, helping people strengthen relationships and navigate life’s challenges.

With 65 years as a registered nurse and 53 years as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Jean’s legacy reminds us that meaningful change begins when we see the person beyond their circumstances.

Stories like Jean’s are why we created the Mental Health Hero Awards: to celebrate the people whose compassion, advocacy, and dedication make a lasting difference in the lives of others.

We’re honored to celebrate Jean and a lifetime spent making mental health care more human.

Join us October 29 at The Westin Chattanooga as we celebrate Jean and our 2026 honorees. ✨

🎟️ Ticket sales close THIS Wednesday, October 21, so this is your last chance to be a part of this special evening. To purchase your tickets, click here ➡ bit.ly/MentalHealthHeroAwards.

10/19/2026

We’re honored to perform Hechizos y Fantasmas at the AIM Center’s Mental Health and Hero Awards!

This inspiring event honors the heroes who lead, advocate, and partner with the AIM Center to advance recovery, access, and dignity for adults living with serious mental illness. You’ll enjoy an elegant evening of recognition, connection and storytelling, highlighting the achievements of our awardees while supporting AIM Center’s life-changing programs. From community champions to legacy leaders, the event brings together those who stand up for mental health and demonstrates how Chattanooga comes together to create hope, opportunity and lasting impact.

For more information and tickets to this event, check the AIM Center’s link in their bio.

Mental Health and Hero Awards
The Westin Chattanooga
Thursday, October 29
6pm

¡Es un honor para nosotros presentar Hechizos y Fantasmas en la ceremonia de los premios Mental Health and Hero Awards del AIM Center!

Este inspirador evento rinde homenaje a los héroes que lideran, defienden y colaboran con el AIM Center para promover la recuperación, el acceso y la dignidad de los adultos que viven con enfermedades mentales graves. Disfrutará de una velada elegante de reconocimiento, conexión y narración de historias, destacando los logros de los galardonados y apoyando los programas transformadores del AIM Center. Desde líderes comunitarios hasta figuras clave de larga trayectoria, el evento reúne a quienes defienden la salud mental y demuestra cómo Chattanooga se une para crear esperanza, oportunidades y un impacto duradero.

Para obtener más información y adquirir entradas para este evento, consulte el enlace en la biografía del AIM Center.

Premios Mental Health and Hero Awards
The Westin Chattanooga
Jueves, 29 de octubre
18:00 h

10/16/2026

The weekend is here, and we have just one question for you… Have you bought your tickets to the Mental Health Hero Awards yet? ✨

If not, there is still time! Ticket sales close next week, they're going faster than ever, and we’d love for you to join us for a special evening celebrating mental health recovery and the incredible people in our community who make a difference every single day.

With 10 amazing award winners to celebrate, live entertainment, dinner and drinks, an exciting silent auction featuring local packages and custom artwork created by AIM Center members, and a fun after-party, there’s so much to look forward to. But what makes this night truly special is the opportunity to come together with others who believe in hope, connection, and a community where people living with serious mental illness can thrive.

We hope you’ll be part of this meaningful evening. Learn more about what’s in store and get your tickets before sales close next week by clicking here ➡️ https://bit.ly/MentalHealthHeroAwards

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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

Website

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