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

Zoom Link

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

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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

As of now, the Ashburn meeting is cancelled for in person; the Silver Spring meeting is indetermined, but check the calendar on our Support Groups page for the most up-to-date details.

DBSA National Capital Area Chapter presents:  
Dr. Nefize Yalin MD, PhD, MRCPsych, speaking on
Alcohol and Substance use in Bipolar disorder: Importance, Implications, Treatment Thursday January 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET

Now available on our Speaker Series​ page!

Speakers' Series on February 3, 7:00–8:15 p.m. (ET) - DBSA

DBSA Joins Coalition Supporting Bipartisan Peer Support Expansion - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

A Message of Thanks and an Important Update - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

Wearable Activity Sensors + AI May Help to Distinguish Adolescent Bipolar Disorder From ADHD and Other Disorders and more from BBRF

Honoring Black History Month AFSP

Caring for your mind and money | Mental Health America MHA

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