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 HOW TO START
 AN EFFECTIVE
   SELF-HELP
SUPPORT GROUP


 New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
            www.NJgroups.org
WHAT IS A MUTUAL AID SELF-
    HELP SUPPORT GROUP?

• It’s a group of people who all share a common
  problem or life situation who come together to
  both give and receive support.

• Members share their feelings, coping strategies,
  resources & experiences with others who truly
  understand.


• “Mutual help” is at the heart of the group.


         New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                    www.NJgroups.org
BENEFITS OF
        ATTENDING GROUPS

•   Sense of Community              • Positive Role Models
•   Learn Coping Skills             • Empowering
•   Knowledge                       • Accessible
•   Helper Therapy                  • Learn about Local
•                                     Resources
    Advocacy
                                    • Feel “Normal”
•   Acceptance &
    Understanding                   • Liability Becomes
                                      Assets


          New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                     www.NJgroups.org
WHO CAN START A GROUP?
• Persons who can’t find a group.
• Those who want to give back.
• Professionals who want to help clients.
• Agencies who want to help families of clients.
• Teachers who want to help students.
• Doctors who want to help patients
• Clergy who want to help congregants.
• Consumer-run organizations who want to help
  each other and themselves.
• Basically....anyone with the PASSION

     New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                www.NJgroups.org
BASIC STEPS IN
       STARTING A GROUP
•   Look for Existing Groups / Literature
•   Develop a Group Vision / Focus
•   Find a few People to Help
•   Find a Meeting Place / Time
•   Develop a Group Format / Structure
•   Publicize Your Group
•   Have Your First Meeting

          New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                     www.NJgroups.org
DEVELOP A CLEAR
FOCUS FOR YOUR GROUP

 • WHY are you starting the group?
 • WHO can join your group?
 • WHAT will be the purpose of the
   group?
 • HOW will the group goals be
   accomplished?

    New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
               www.NJgroups.org
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
LEADERSHIP
  -    Who will lead the group?
  -    Will there be more than one leader?
  -    Will you have elected officers?
  -    Will the leadership be shared?
DURATION
  -    Will the group be time limited?
  -    Will the group be on-going?
AFFILIATION
  -    Will the group be a local chapter of a national?
  -    Will the group be an autonomous group?


        New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                   www.NJgroups.org
WAYS TO PUBLICIZE YOUR
            GROUP
• Local Helplines                • Cable TV
• Radio                          • Word of Mouth
• Key Professionals              • Church Bulletins
• Develop a Brochure             • Speaker’s Bureau
• Hang Up Flyers                 • Look on Internet
• Business Cards                 • Newspapers
• Network with                   • Local Associations /
  Groups                           Agencies
• Have a Newsletter              • Health or Other Fairs
• Magazines                      • Anyone!
       New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                  www.NJgroups.org
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN
    A MEETING LOCATION

Groups meet in a variety of places.....

•   Has movable tables and chairs
•   Neutral, private location
•   A central location that is easy to find
•   Long term availability
•   Safe parking at night
•   Accessible


                          Thanks to Dr. Joal Fischer, SupportWorks for this list

        New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                   www.NJgroups.org
A BASIC GROUP FORMAT

•   Start of Meeting
•   Introductions / Check Ins
•   Group Discussion
•   Other Activities
•   Wrap Up & Formal Closing
•   Refreshments / Social

      New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                 www.NJgroups.org
GROUND RULES
• Ground rules are essential
• Create a “safe” space
• Provide a way to correct inappropriate
  behavior
• Keep rules to a minimum
• Put them in writing and read aloud at
  meetings


     New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                www.NJgroups.org
EXAMPLES OF
          GROUND RULES

• Only one person may talk at a time.
• No advice giving. Always speak from the “I.”
• We must share the time. No monopolizing the
  conversation.
• We need to be non-judgmental and respectful
  of each other.
• What is said in this room, stays in this room.
• If we come in late, we will quietly take our seat.


       New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                  www.NJgroups.org
DEVELOP A “Core Group”
     IF POSSIBLE

Find a Few People to Help You

Have a Core Group Meeting to:
 Divide the Workload
 Discuss Group Basics
 Plan Your First Meeting

   New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
              www.NJgroups.org
YOUR FIRST
      “PUBLIC” MEETING
• Decide on a date, time and place.
• Create a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
• Start and end meeting on time.
• Talk about how and why group got started.
• Have members introduce themselves. Make
  sure everyone gets a change to speak.
• Decide on time/date of next meeting.
• After meeting, serve refreshments & socialize.



       New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                  www.NJgroups.org
MAKE THE ROOM
        “COMFY”
• Arrange chairs in a        Circle if possible
• Use your ground                      rules
• Keep the group POSITIVE

• Do something       fun!
• Deal with problems as they arise



      New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                 www.NJgroups.org
GET MEMBERS INVOLVED
    “If it’s their group, they will come (and bring friends).”



• Involve members in the group operation.
  Ask for volunteers!
• Promote a sense of “group ownership”
                              ownership
  through shared leadership
• Encourage input / participation through
  group discussions.
• Every member in the group can be a
  leader.

          New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                     www.NJgroups.org
BEING A GREAT
GROUP CONTACT PERSON
• Acknowledge person’s courage to call
• Be honest about the group
• Don’t talk too much about you…
  LISTEN!
• Don’t give too much support
• Thank the caller for calling



    New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
               www.NJgroups.org
NJ SELF-HELP GROUP
      CLEARINGHOUSE
•   Helps people find self-help groups
•   Helps people to start groups
•   Helps existing groups solve problems
•   Is non-profit & all of our services are free.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
 To request additional information on starting or
  running groups call us at 1-800-367-6274 (1-800-
  FOR-M.A.S.H.) or 973-989-1122. Visit our website
  at www.njgroups.org (Copies of today’s slides and
  webinar will be available on our website.)

       New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
                  www.NJgroups.org

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  • 1. WELCOME HOW TO START AN EFFECTIVE SELF-HELP SUPPORT GROUP New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 2. WHAT IS A MUTUAL AID SELF- HELP SUPPORT GROUP? • It’s a group of people who all share a common problem or life situation who come together to both give and receive support. • Members share their feelings, coping strategies, resources & experiences with others who truly understand. • “Mutual help” is at the heart of the group. New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 3. BENEFITS OF ATTENDING GROUPS • Sense of Community • Positive Role Models • Learn Coping Skills • Empowering • Knowledge • Accessible • Helper Therapy • Learn about Local • Resources Advocacy • Feel “Normal” • Acceptance & Understanding • Liability Becomes Assets New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 4. WHO CAN START A GROUP? • Persons who can’t find a group. • Those who want to give back. • Professionals who want to help clients. • Agencies who want to help families of clients. • Teachers who want to help students. • Doctors who want to help patients • Clergy who want to help congregants. • Consumer-run organizations who want to help each other and themselves. • Basically....anyone with the PASSION New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 5. BASIC STEPS IN STARTING A GROUP • Look for Existing Groups / Literature • Develop a Group Vision / Focus • Find a few People to Help • Find a Meeting Place / Time • Develop a Group Format / Structure • Publicize Your Group • Have Your First Meeting New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 6. DEVELOP A CLEAR FOCUS FOR YOUR GROUP • WHY are you starting the group? • WHO can join your group? • WHAT will be the purpose of the group? • HOW will the group goals be accomplished? New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 7. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS LEADERSHIP - Who will lead the group? - Will there be more than one leader? - Will you have elected officers? - Will the leadership be shared? DURATION - Will the group be time limited? - Will the group be on-going? AFFILIATION - Will the group be a local chapter of a national? - Will the group be an autonomous group? New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 8. WAYS TO PUBLICIZE YOUR GROUP • Local Helplines • Cable TV • Radio • Word of Mouth • Key Professionals • Church Bulletins • Develop a Brochure • Speaker’s Bureau • Hang Up Flyers • Look on Internet • Business Cards • Newspapers • Network with • Local Associations / Groups Agencies • Have a Newsletter • Health or Other Fairs • Magazines • Anyone! New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 9. WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A MEETING LOCATION Groups meet in a variety of places..... • Has movable tables and chairs • Neutral, private location • A central location that is easy to find • Long term availability • Safe parking at night • Accessible Thanks to Dr. Joal Fischer, SupportWorks for this list New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 10. A BASIC GROUP FORMAT • Start of Meeting • Introductions / Check Ins • Group Discussion • Other Activities • Wrap Up & Formal Closing • Refreshments / Social New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 11. GROUND RULES • Ground rules are essential • Create a “safe” space • Provide a way to correct inappropriate behavior • Keep rules to a minimum • Put them in writing and read aloud at meetings New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 12. EXAMPLES OF GROUND RULES • Only one person may talk at a time. • No advice giving. Always speak from the “I.” • We must share the time. No monopolizing the conversation. • We need to be non-judgmental and respectful of each other. • What is said in this room, stays in this room. • If we come in late, we will quietly take our seat. New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 13. DEVELOP A “Core Group” IF POSSIBLE Find a Few People to Help You Have a Core Group Meeting to:  Divide the Workload  Discuss Group Basics  Plan Your First Meeting New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 14. YOUR FIRST “PUBLIC” MEETING • Decide on a date, time and place. • Create a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. • Start and end meeting on time. • Talk about how and why group got started. • Have members introduce themselves. Make sure everyone gets a change to speak. • Decide on time/date of next meeting. • After meeting, serve refreshments & socialize. New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 15. MAKE THE ROOM “COMFY” • Arrange chairs in a Circle if possible • Use your ground rules • Keep the group POSITIVE • Do something fun! • Deal with problems as they arise New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 16. GET MEMBERS INVOLVED “If it’s their group, they will come (and bring friends).” • Involve members in the group operation. Ask for volunteers! • Promote a sense of “group ownership” ownership through shared leadership • Encourage input / participation through group discussions. • Every member in the group can be a leader. New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 17. BEING A GREAT GROUP CONTACT PERSON • Acknowledge person’s courage to call • Be honest about the group • Don’t talk too much about you… LISTEN! • Don’t give too much support • Thank the caller for calling New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org
  • 18. NJ SELF-HELP GROUP CLEARINGHOUSE • Helps people find self-help groups • Helps people to start groups • Helps existing groups solve problems • Is non-profit & all of our services are free. CONTACT INFORMATION: To request additional information on starting or running groups call us at 1-800-367-6274 (1-800- FOR-M.A.S.H.) or 973-989-1122. Visit our website at www.njgroups.org (Copies of today’s slides and webinar will be available on our website.) New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse www.NJgroups.org