Merseyside Fellowship of Depressives Anonymous is a self-help/self advocacy group run by and for people who experience depressive illness and/or anxiety disorders. We offer opportunities for mutual support, exchange of information and self-help techniques. We also link up with other groups to oppose oppression and promote good practice.

Our activities include:

• Self-help meetings;
• Working with the media;
• Access to National pen-friend schemes;
• Offering training on mental health awareness and workshop/focus group facilitation.
• Promoting and campaigning for equal opportunities.
  

Our most popular event is our annual Depression Awareness Day. Comments we have received include:

"There was a friendly relaxed atmosphere; it was a good opportunity to meet others who have depression and to exchange information"

"It helped me feel less alone and isolated"

"The many leaflets and information available were most useful"

"I learned a lot, and a new look to my problem"

This year our Depression Awareness Day is on Saturday 15th June 11am to 4.15pm, at The Glaxo Centre, Norton Street (next to National bus station), Liverpool.3. There is full wheelchair access and a hearing loop system. There is a small minimum charge of £1.50.

Whether you experience depression or anxiety disorder; are a carer; community health worker or just want to find out more information, you are very welcome to come along. It is an opportunity to:

• Visit our large information stall;
• Hear a talk on self-help and our group's activities;
• Join in workshops/discussion group;
• Network and meet group members.
  

The venue is very near bus and train services in Liverpool city centre.
Full directions and map are available on request

Enquiries: Phone Chris on (0151) 260 3560 or send SAE c/o CHC, 17 Lime St. Liverpool L1 1JG.

or email me: Christina Young