Posted by Penny on July 1, 2003, at 21:26:52
In reply to Support group » Penny, posted by whiterabbit on July 1, 2003, at 19:05:41
Yes, not sure I have the energy at the moment, but it was something I wanted to do while in Charlotte, as there was only one depression/manic depression support group in the area that I was aware of and when I attempted to find the meeting one night, I was unable to! The meeting was a church, but there were no signs, nothing. I had even spoken to someone on the phone about it. I wasn't feeling all too well that night anyway, and after going through trying to find the meeting that wasn't, I was extremely frustrated and close to tears. Not a good thing for someone with depression!!!
So, as I said, I'm looking for something around here, but I would want a group that was well run and organized. If it were supported by the women's hospital here at UNC, it would be a good thing, not to mention the ready-made audience in the neurosciences hospital next door.
I think it's a need that must be fulfilled.
I hope you're right about the ripple effect in the universe. I have a need to help others - always have. Used to volunteer (was a mentor in Charlotte for a little boy in a residential psychiatric treatment facility), but haven't been doing any volunteering since coming to Chapel Hill due to lack of time and energy. Starting a support group, if I could do it, would meet multiple needs I have in my life and hopefully help others.
Just hoping my optimism today lasts.
thanks, Gracie!
Penny
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