DBSA Orange County, CA

The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Orange County (formerly known as the Depressive and Manic Depressive Association of Orange County) has been serving the community since 1983. Several groups meet throughout the county area offering emotional support for those suffering from depression and bipolar disorder. These groups provide a safe place for members to share feelings and experiences about the illness and their effects.

DBSA Support Groups

• There is no cost to attend.
• Meetings are moderated by group members.
• It is required that you be diagnosed with a mood disorder and under a doctor's care.
• Some groups maintain a list for daily support as needed.
• For information regarding support groups call (714) 744-8718 Monday - Friday 1pm to 4pm.
• To subscribe to The Rollercoaster Times newsletter, write: DBSA Orange County, P.O. Box 223, Tustin, CA 92781
• Doctor's educational presentations are offered on the 3rd Monday of each month at St. Joseph Hospital in Orange and are open to the public.
• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (formerly known as the National DMDA) (800) 826-3632 or (312) 642-0049 <

Southern California groups and educational meetings:

Support groups in Orange and Educational Meetings.
Support groups in Huntington Beach.
Support groups in Fullerton and Laguna Beach.
Support groups in Riverside & San Bernardino County.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (formerly known as the National Depressive & Manic Depressive Association).