2004 Accomplishments

1. 52 meetings were held every Wednesday (including Thanksgiving Eve)
2. 499 different topics discussed over the year (534 in 2003)
3. Our focus on issues-oriented discussion has continued
4. Our Web-page with current topics discussed and other group contact information remained current, at least monthly
5. Referrals to our group and from our group to other groups has continued
6. E-mail and telephone referrals continued at a high level
7. Information brochures were distributed to new members:
   1. BiPolar Bears group guidelines
   2. Tips for the Newly Diagnosed (NEW)
   3. Other local Support Groups
   4. Government programs in Arizona
   5. Typical medications proscribed by group for:
      • Mood stabilizers
      • Antidepressants
      • Anti-anxiety
      • Anti-psychotics
8. A single-page description of our group was written for external use
9. We maintained databases to document our activities. We prepared weekly demographic reports (in special format) for the Mental Health Association
10. We compiled and distributed our Annual Report
11. We updated weekly registration form and databases to conform with potential HIPPA requirements
12. Completion of 12 years as Chair position by W. Philip Sawyer