{"id":22942,"date":"2024-07-12T12:24:24","date_gmt":"2024-07-12T17:24:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/proxy.goincop1.workers.dev:443\/https\/www.dbsalliance.org\/?page_id=22942"},"modified":"2026-07-01T12:01:04","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T17:01:04","slug":"start-a-dbsa-support-group","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/proxy.goincop1.workers.dev:443\/https\/www.dbsalliance.org\/support\/start-a-dbsa-support-group\/","title":{"rendered":"Start a DBSA Support Group"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Minimum Requirements&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Identify as a peer living with a mood disorder, or as a family member or friend of someone living with a mood disorder <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(Family members and friends may start Family &amp; Friends Support Groups)<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Have attended at least three DBSA support groups:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;If you have not attended a DBSA support group yet, please do so before getting started.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This helps you understand DBSA&#8217;s support group model and determine if it is the right fit for you<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Overview of the Process&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Review the minimum requirements and FAQs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Locate the nearest chapter using our chapter listings page&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you need help identifying the closest chapter, contact <\/span><a href=\"mailto:chapters@dbsalliance.org\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">chapters@dbsalliance.org<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">DBSA recommends that all peers interested in starting a support group provide the following details to the chapter:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:360}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Proposed location of the support group<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether the group will be in-person or online<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Type of support group (who it will serve)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Marketing plan to promote the support group<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Any previous support group facilitator or leadership experience<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>FAQ&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<h4>What is a peer?&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">DBSA defines a peer as an individual living with a mood disorder such as depression or bipolar disorder. All DBSA&#8217;s support groups are led by peers. Peer support groups are a place for individuals to connect with others who understand what it is like to live with depression or bipolar disorder.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>What is the difference between a chapter and a support group?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">DBSA chapters and support groups have different requirements and legal structures. A chapter is a business entity with its own EIN and must meet certain requirements to remain affiliated with DBSA; DBSA&#8217;s chapters are bound by the DBSA affiliation agreement. A support group is not a business entity but is part of their chapter&#8217;s business. The support group must follow all policies and procedures of their chapter. The chapter oversees your support group but may require that you send a representative from your support group to be involved in chapter leadership.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>What is a facilitator?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A facilitator is a peer trained to facilitate a DBSA support group. A facilitator does not lecture or give advice, rather, they are equipped with skills that allow them to ensure the safety of the group by following and enforcing support group guidelines. They facilitate the check-in, open discussion, and check-out.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>What training is needed to become a facilitator?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The training requirements may vary because each chapter is a separate business entity. DBSA provides free training for facilitators, but a chapter leader must endorse you to register. You can review the training opportunities <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/proxy.goincop1.workers.dev:443\/https\/www.dbsalliance.org\/support\/facilitatorresources\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">here<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Please speak with a representative from your chapter for endorsement.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Do I have to be connected to a chapter to start a support group?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All DBSA Support Groups must be connected to a chapter to begin their support group. DBSA is not starting chapters in areas already served by an existing chapter.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>What happens if the closest chapter to me isn&#8217;t accepting new support groups, but I still want to run a support group?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You may work with a different nearby chapter or partner with another organization.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>If no groups are near me, what are my options for attending 3 DBSA support group meetings?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can attend DBSA&#8217;s online support groups. You can view the support group listings <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/proxy.goincop1.workers.dev:443\/https\/www.dbsalliance.org\/support\/chapters-and-support-groups\/online-support-groups\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">here<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Before You Get Started&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We strongly recommend attending at least three DBSA support groups before launching your own. Many chapters offer virtual groups, making it easy to participate regardless of location.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Attending existing groups provides valuable insight into DBSA\u2019s model<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It also helps you build connections with chapter leaders and community members<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">DBSA also recommends that at least one leader from each support group volunteer on the chapter board. With virtual meeting technology, chapters can collaborate across large geographic areas without requiring travel. Even if the nearest chapter is several hours away, we encourage you to reach out and explore opportunities to work together.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chapter Development<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335572079&quot;:4,&quot;335572080&quot;:1,&quot;335572081&quot;:4278190080,&quot;469789806&quot;:&quot;single&quot;}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At this time, DBSA is not establishing new chapters in regions that are already served by an existing chapter. 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