History
DBSA Nashua was started in March of 2003. The group was started to promote Mental Health awareness in the community, to help reduce the stigma associated with Mental Health Disorders, and to give those with Mental Health Disorders, a safe place to meet so that they might benefit from the support and understanding of those who have walked in their shoes. 
Organization

DBSA Nashua is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization and is incorporated in the State of New Hampshire. It is run by a board of directors of which, at least 51% must consist of people with a mental wellness issue. In addition to a board of directors, DBSA Nashua has four elected officers, President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Annual elections for officers are held at the start of each year. To run for office, a member must be in “good standing," he or she must be present for at least 8 out of every 12 meetings.

DBSA Nashua relies on facilitators to help guide its meetings. Facilitators are not therapists and are not mental health professionals. They are also not elected, but are peers (like you) selected by the DBSA Nashua Board of Directors to attend formal facilitator training. Facilitators receive ongoing training, guidance, and support. The facilitator’s role is not to provide answers, but to help guide the discussion and to help ensure a safe and supportive environment.

Members interested in becoming a facilitator should meet with a facilitator prior to the start of or immediately following the end of any meeting. The DBSA Nashua Board of Directors will consider any member interested in becoming a facilitator, but does not guarantee that all members interested will be chosen.

DBSA Nashua meets at the Greater Nashua Mental Health Center at Community Council building, located at 100 West Pearl Street in Nashua every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 pm except in the case of inclement weather.