How to Run a Support Group

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find a place to hold the support group meetings.

   Churches may be a good place, as they will charge a minimal amount for monthly rent to help community groups.
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   Step 2: Obtain the books or resources you will need from a respected source.

   This may be the biggest initial expense for the support group. ,, AA and Al-Anon are good examples of how support groups can be run by those attending, as the focus remains on the principles rather than personalities, psychology, or any other beliefs. ,
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   Step 3: Place posters around town and advertisements in the Announcements section of the local newspapers.

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   Step 4: Don't bring in professionals to run the support group

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   Step 5: as they often have their own agenda and may not allow the group to run on its own.

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   Step 6: Allow the support group members to create the rules and move the group along

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   Step 7: don't allow yourself or another person to own or "take charge" of the group.

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