Hi, I am in the process of putting together a proposal for a support group in my area, its going to be very interesting, groupwork + short 1-1’s 
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Support for what specifically?
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it’ll be a support group for people to let off some steam i’d say, it’ll be informal and as inclusive as possible.
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Like an anger support group? I hope it works out
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It hasn’t got a specific theme, it could be anything,
I’m hoping it will be a good place to just chat if someone is struggling but not at the stage where its too much for them and they need professional help.
There will also be a curriculum (i hope) i am thinking about incorporating some resilience building tips, coping tips, these small groups of 10-12 will be 1hr sessions but this will be a bit further down the line.
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Sounds like it might help people.
Do you plan to screen participants before allowing them to join?
I ask because you said you don’t want people who have too serious of issues.
I use to run groups and I screen people. It was very helpful
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No, its just if they need it, i will suggest it if its appropriate, I’m still trying to work out the logistics
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Someone started a suicide prevention peer support group for men in Cornwall called Man down. It’s now spread to every town.
Good luck with yours @Resilient1
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Thanks magicapple, I hope we can strengthen people so that they can cope with and deal with life without getting too unwell, its all about prevention for me but if someone is very unwell i guess it could be appropriate to signpost that person or maybe call the professional mental health services depending on how great the persons need is.
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Where do you plan on holding these meetings?
Sounds like a huge responsibility
It also sounds potentially dangerous
You don’t know what kind of people will attend
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it will be held in a charity space in the town centre and it will be open to all, if it gets popular i hope to start a booking system or expand my hours, hopefully I’ll get paid at some point.
I don’t think it’ll be dangerous
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hey guys, i sent in my proposal and he was impressed so we are going to start a support group called open arms, i have a start date now.
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Awesome!!! Good luck!!!
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