Support Group Tool Box

Ideas to help existing support groups flourish

Keeping a Support Group Going: Five Things to Remember

Program Ideas for Your Support Group

Public Relations Strategies

Recruitment suggestions for gaining new members:

Suggested Techniques for Recruiting Members

Welcoming a New Member to Your Self-Help Group

Considerations for building leadership skills

Key Characteristics of an Effective Support Group Leader

How to Build Shared Leadership

Skills which enhance relationships and communication

The Art of Active Listening

Discussion Questions

Information to help new support groups get started

Starting a Support Group:  Important Decisions

Suggestions on Locating a Meeting Place

Helpful Hints for a Successful First Meeting

How to Start a Support Group of Mental Health Consumers

Connecting professionals with your support group

Ways Professionals Can Support You