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December 29, 2024

As always, a listing and calendar of all meetings, including zoom links, is on our site. https://www.dbsanca.org/supportgroups.html

Zoom Link

If the provided link is used online, a password should be unnecessary. Please let us know of any difficulties via [email protected].

Invite link for all ZOOM PEER groups: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6625874960?pwd=TU5SZ3lkV3o4TDhDdi9lZU1jZDZMQT09

Meeting ID 662 587 4960 Passcode: dbsanca (use this method if you wish to alter your name upon entering the meeting)

One tap mobile +13017158592,,6625874960#,,,,,,0#,,3858633#

+13017158592,,6625874960#,,,,*3858633# US (Washington D.C)

Dial in 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 662-587-4960 Passcode: 3858633​

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Google Calendar Links

Special Events and Unofficial Groups | Peer In Person | Peer Virtual

These are the links for our Google Calendar. Our Google Calendar is the most up to date source for meeting information, including links, specific locations, and meeting policies.

​​DBSA National Partnership with HeyPeers

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance | HeyPeers Here you will find meetings from DBSA including specialized groups. These groups include those for Family & Friends.

DBSA National Virtual Groups Listing

Online Support Groups - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

DBSA NCA wishes you health & happiness during the winter season, especially in its many celebrations. Socializing with loved ones can improve mental health in those with mood disorders. If you would like to spend time with other DBSA NCA members, we will be holding meetings on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve virtually, see below, and if a standard meeting time does not work for you, Team Mood Support is also offering drop in meetings during some holidays - see their website below for more information.

Quarterly Facilitator and Board Meetings

Our quarterly facilitator and board meetings are scheduled for Saturday, January 11, 2025. Please let us know if you have any concerns or suggestions for the chapter via email.

DBSA NCA NEW YEAR'S EVE Meeting

DBSA National Capital Area plans to hold special a special virtual meeting for those not spending time with family and friends on New Year's Eve. See our support group calendar for more details.

Disability Discussion

Join us for a discussion on disability, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), especially the application process. Saturday, January 18, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET. See the calendar on our Support Groups and Events page for the Zoom link.

​Team Mood Support is offering drop in meetings this holiday season. See their website for more information.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Adolescents with Bipolar Spectrum Disorders Wednesday January 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET

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The Role of Yogic Breathing in Helping Your Bipolar Symptoms | bpHope.com

What You Need to Know About Tardive Dyskinesia: Insights From Top Experts | bpHope.com

Why Setting Goals (Not Resolutions) Supports My Bipolar Stability | bpHope.com

Bipolar Disorder and the New Year: Ideas to Renew Your Mood | bpHope.com

Why I Save My New Year’s Resolutions for Spring | bpHope.com

bpHope’s Top 10 Trending Topics of 2024 | bpHope.com

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In Health,

The DBSA NCA Web Team

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