President’s Message

The transition from the warmth of summer to crisp fall days can be difficult for many of our DBSA Boston members and group participants.

While some may prefer the chilly fall air and shorter days, the end of summer can also lead to a feeling of time passing by too quickly. It can be a time of regret for things not done and vacations not taken. If you feel this way, know that you are not alone. Attendance at our support meetings
 usually swells during September. It can be a very challenging time, and is a frequent topic of discussion at our group meetings.

Fall means change, shutting off the A/C and turning on the heat. School is returning this month and for those still in class or teaching in the classroom, it’s a new beginning. September can also mean a new job, or a move for many people, and that can be an extremely difficult and stressful time.

I try to think of the things to look forward to in the fall, like watching football, apple picking (see our planned outing in Activities below) and eating pumpkin donuts. But when it starts to get cold and the daylight shrinks, I can also feel down and need the  help of our support groups.

We hold group meetings on Zoom every day of the week, and in-person groups at McLean Hospital on Wednesday nights and in downtown Boston on Thursday nights. You can find links to all our meetings on our new and improved website, dbsaboston.org. If you have had a busy summer and need extra support, I welcome you to come back to our support meetings, and if you have been attending regularly, I hope you continue to come. We need you!