DBSA Tn - Its history and vision for 2015

In 2006, a DBSA State Organization was only a vision. In 2007 it became a reality. At that time we didn't know exactly what the organization would accomplish. We started with the belief that bringing Chapter Leaders together from across the state to share ideas would benefit all. And it has! This is evidenced by the increasing number of Tennesseans that attend our groups and whose lives are better because of the support and courage they find there. DBSA is becoming known to healthcare providers across the state as a free and valuable resource that improves the lives of people living with a mood disorder. A lot of work has been done to make DBSA Tennessee effective in the mission of improving lives, educating about mental health and advocating for equality in healthcare. Like my predecessors, Gary Miles and Steve Brennon, my hope is that I leave DBSA Tennessee stronger.

 In 2015, we will continue to grow DBSA into an organization that has a Chapter with a support group in each of the 95 Tennessee counties. We will continue to educate, with the possibility of a statewide speaker's panel. We will begin working with Phyllis Foxworth, DBSA's National Director of Advocacy, to create a DBSA Tennessee Grassroots Advocacy group. 

I appreciate your work to continue our mission. Together we change lives for the better. We make a difference. DBSA Tennessee continues to grow. We set goals and reach those goals. 

 I look forward to hearing from you with your ideas and your issues. We are where change begins. 




Daisy  Jabas 

State Director

DBSA Tennessee 

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