Who We Are
About Us
Paradis Urbain founded UP House, Montreal in 2010 championing the International Clubhouse Model and award-winning model of psychosocial rehabilitation Through governance, fundraising, and impactful initiatives such as the Au Contraire Film Festival and Gala and UPBEAT we provide unwavering support of UP House Together, we embrace the Clubhouse Model of enhancing well-being, creating opportunities, and dismantling the barriers of social and economic isolation for individuals profoundly impacted by mental health challenges.
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Our Mission
Our mission at Paradis Urbain is to foster community, drive innovation, and inspire social change, supporting environments and programs where individuals most affected by mental health challenges can lead connected and healthy lives. Nous soutenons des environnements et des programmes où les personnes les plus touchées par les défis de santé mentale peuvent mener des vies connectées et épanouies.
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Governance
Devon Reid
Senior Director Paradis Urbain
Members of the Board of Directors
Philip Silverberg
Founder and Secretary
David Hoppenheim
President
Sandra Dias
Vice President
Barbara Silverberg
Founder and Member
Larry Kaplan
Founder and Treasurer
Amanda St Jean
Board member
Carole Cohen
Membre du Conseil
Aishah Seivwright
Membre du Conseil
UP House Council representatives
Grant Gellis
Aline Yip
Our Journey
Our Journey
Paradis Urbain has funded and governed UP House for the past 13 years, weaving hope, heart, and community into the lives of those navigating long-term mental health challenges on their journey to recovery. We have touched the lives of over 900 Members, fostering a community of resilience and healing in Montreal. Voici nos initiatives.
Thank You
Partners
We are grateful to the compassionate family of donors, dedicated foundations, the unwavering support from Let’s Bond, and the crucial backing from the Québec government Programme de soutien aux organismes communautaires (PSOC).
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