Attendance is generally free. Self-help groups do not try to pressure members to attend meetings. Meetings may be open to anyone or limited to members. The group may decide to provide telephone support for members between meetings. Professionals may be involved in the start-up phase of a new group, or act as resource people.
Some groups perfer to meet without professional involvement.
Organizing the Meeting At the first meeting, group members can decide what direction they will take. It often seems that government is beyond our control. In fact, this isn't true, though changes may take a long time. Through individual and community action, we can influence the policies that affect us. Learn how political decisions and policies will affect your life.