Frequently Asked Questions

This page contains a list of the questions that we are most frequently asked before, during, or after a support group meeting.

Why Bother With a Support Group?

• A support group is a powerful tool. It provides access to a large body of experience, strength, and hope that would not otherwise be available.

• A support group can provide a feeling of community. It can be an additional step toward health, wellness, and self-confidence. It is a place to share feelings and ideas in a supportive environment.

• A support group offers you help, but you must take that first step and join us. Joining a group is not a sign of weakness--just the opposite. It manifests courage and strength, and is an act of commitment to yourself. By helping yourself, you will be helping others as well by sharing your experiences and knowledge.

Please, come join us!

Who are your health care professional advisors?

We have had visiting health care professionals and physicians, attend meetings throughout the years. Linda Heron Wind, PhD. is the current advisor for our Canandaigua meeting location and we are currently seeking a medical advisor for our Rochester meetings.

Click here for a copy of the medical advisor guidelines.

We always encourage members to seek medical attention from a doctor who can offer a diagnosis and prescribe medication.

For further information, please call the Mental Health Association at (585) 325-3145.

Enriching lives through education, empowerment, advocacy, and support.

DBSA Rochester is a group of local, volunteers who come together on a regular basis to offer each other encouragement and support in living with mood disorders.

If you need immediate help, please dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis.

For more information visit: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

For more information about DBSA Rochester, write to dbsacanandaigua@aol.com or call the volunteer-run phone at 585-924-7936 (not a crisis line). Messages are checked weekly.
For information about DBSA International headquarters visit www.dbsalliance.org or call 1-800-826-3632.
To give feedback on this web site, please write to Rita at dbsacanandaigua@aol.com.