Regular Support Group Meetings-
Every Monday at 6:45pm to 8:15pm
Every Saturday at 1:30pm to 3:00pm
For more information call 415-995-4792
Young Adults Support Group- for 18 to 25+ year old people
On the first and third
Monday of each month at 6:45pm to 8:15pm.
For more information contact Harry at 650-430-2909,
email: dbsasf@gmail.com.
Friends And
Family Support Group-
The first and third Monday
of each month at 6:45pm to 8:15pm.
For more information contact Jane at 415-519-0171, email:
jane.norbeck@sbcglobal.net;
or Harry at 650-430-2909, email: dbsasf@gmail.com.
Meetings are held in Conference Rooms A, B and C on the Lower Level of
Meetings are on a drop in basis and are open to peers, please note we do not allow observers. You do
not need to be a member to attend, however memberships are $20.00 a year and
you are encouraged to join and support the organization. Please make checks payable to DBSASF and include your name, address,
phone number, and email address. All information is held in strict
confidence and at no time will it be shared with, sold, or rented to other
organizations.
Guidelines of DBSASF Support Group meetings:
1. Support Group meetings are safe and
non-confrontational.
2. Consult your doctor before making medication or
therapy changes.
3. Everything that is said in the meetings is kept
confidential. We don't gossip about meetings, or share personal information
with others outside of the group.
4. We encourage members to call others when needing or
seeking support during the week. However, social interaction outside of
meetings is voluntary. Exchanging personal contact information (phone numbers,
email addresses, etc.) is not officially part of our support group meetings.
5. If an attendee violates the guidelines, is deemed
offensive or threatening in action or person by the facilitator, attendee may
be asked to leave.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance San Francisco was
started to empower people with mood disorders, and their friends and family
members, through peer support, education, and advocacy. We welcome all who live
with mood disorders, or who love someone with a mood disorder, regardless of
age, race, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental
disability, or income.
DBSASF was founded in 1990 and is the
We exist to support, empower and advocate for people with
mood disorders and their family and friends through education, information, and
peer support groups in a way that is sensitive and responsive to their needs,
so that every person has a safe, caring environment, thus enhancing the quality
of life for all.
Education
DBSASF sponsors educational programs tailored to the
needs of individuals with mood disorders. Topics include the Americans with
Disabilities Act, patients' rights issues, and the latest in medication,
therapy and research.
Social Events
DBSASF sponsors social events for members, such as a
summer picnic and annual winter holiday party. Using donated tickets, DBSASF
also organizes member outings to local sports, music, art, and other events.
Donations
Any and all donations are greatly appreciated and put to
good use!
Please note: DBSASF is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3)
Contact
Phone:
415-995-4792
Address:
Depression and Bipolar Support
c/o St. Francis Hospital 3rd Floor