How to start a support group

Hey everyone,

First time post. This site is unbelievable, thank you to everyone who created it.
I am looking into starting a support group for kids to young adults who are suffering with Alopecia.
It would probably be in the Brooklyn, NY area for now.
I am thinking of taking out an add in the local paper and seeing what type of response I get. Part of me is actually hoping I dont get much of response, maybe there are less people suffering out there then I thought.(which would be a good thing)

anyway, just wondering if u guys have any advice for me.
Thanks,
Abe

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Permalink Reply by lynne on November 5, 2009 at 5:19pm
hey abe,
i to want to start a support group in scotland edinburgh as there aint anything here but im not sure either, i wrote a blog and had a reply from someone with info, so have a look on that, its under startin a support group, hope this helps u aswell
Permalink Reply by Cindy on November 6, 2009 at 8:54am
Hi Abe, I am a parent of a child with alopecia. Are you familiar with the Children's Alopecia Project? www.childrensalopeciaproject.org. They are a non-profit organization geared to helping children build self-esteem. I started support groups with CAP here in MA. The CAP meetings are geared for the kids. They maybe able to help you as they have a huge data base of families across the country. If you contact Betsy I am sure he would love to see how she can help. You maybe able to start CAP meetings in your area. You can also contact NAAF. They maybe able to help you as well..Good luck! Cindy
Permalink Reply by JeffreySF on November 7, 2009 at 11:21pm
I would try www.Craigslist.org and post there. Also you could contact www.naaf.org for assistance.

Good Luck!!!

Jeffrey
Permalink Reply by BaldGirlsDoLunch.org on November 8, 2009 at 12:12am
Associate with the Children's Alopecia Project . contact CAP4U@verizon.net

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Permalink Reply by Mike on November 8, 2009 at 12:19am
Thank you all for your feedback.

I wasn't even aware of all these children's support programs. I'm thinking if I can help one kid I'm doing my part.

take care, Abe

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