A low-frills patio or deck is pretty cheap. Everyone's definition of cheap is different, but decks can be had for as low as $1,000, according to Jessica Piha, a spokeswoman for Porch.com, a website that helps homeowners find the right contractor. But the average deck costs $8,300, Piha says. low-frills patio or deck is pretty cheap. Everyone's definition of cheap is different, but decks can be had for as low as $1,000, according to Jessica Piha, a spokeswoman for Porch.com, a website that helps homeowners find the right contractor. But the average deck costs $8,300, Piha says.
1 Don't become isolated. 2  Try to participate in social activities, and get together with family or friends regularly. 3  Support groups for people with depression can help you connect to others facing similar challenges and share experiences. 4  Learn ways to relax and manage your stress. Your doctor or therapist may be able to recommend books or websites to read. 2  Locate helpful groups. 3  Many organizations, such as the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, offer education, support groups, counseling and other resources to help with depression.
1 The best thing you can do for someone who is depressed is to help him or her start or continue treatment. 2  Offer support. 3  You can do this by understanding what depression is, being patient, and offering help. 4  Don't ignore talk about suicide. 5  Talk to a doctor, or call 911 or emergency help if needed.f you have permission, you can: 1  Help the person set up and get to visits with a doctor or other health professional. 2  Help the person manage medicines. 3  Know the side effects of medicines and contact the doctor if needed.