Self-help group that shares information, strength and hope with others who have shared similar experience with alcohol problems of friends and relatives. Confidential - first name basis only. Meetings every day and evenings, plus holidays. Alcoholism is a family disease. Living with the effects of someone else's drinking is too devastating for most people to bear without help. In Al-Anon we learn individuals are not responsible for another person's disease or recovery from it. We let go of our obsession with another's behavior and begin to lead happier and more manageable lives, lives with dignity and rights; lives guided by a Power greater than ourselves.IN AL-ANON WE LEARN:Not to suffer because of the actions or reactions of other people;Not to allow ourselves to be used or abused by others in the interest of another's recovery;Not to do for others what they could do for themselves;Not to manipulate situations so others will eat, go to bed, get up, pay bills, not drink;Not to cover up for anyone's mistakes or misdeeds;Not to create a crisis;Not to prevent a crisis if it is in the natural course of events.Detachment is neither kind nor unkind. It does not imply judgement or condemnation of the person or situation from which we are detaching. It is simply a means that allows us to separate ourselves from the adverse effects that another person's alcoholism can have upon our lives. Detachment helps families look at their situations realistically and objectively, thereby making intelligent decisions possible.AL-ANON ISa worldwide organization that offers a self-help recovery program for the families and friends of alcoholics whether or not the alcoholic seeks help or even recognizes the existence of a drinking problem. Members give and receive comfort and understanding through a mutual exchange of experiences, strength and hope. Sharing of similar problems binds individuals and groups together in a bond that is protected by a policy of anonymity.AL-ANON IS NOTa religious organization or a counseling agency. It is not a treatment center nor is it allied with any other organization offering such services. Al-Anon Family Groups, which includes Alateen for teenage members, neither express opinions on outside issues nor endorse outside enterprises. No dues or fees are required. Membership is voluntary, requiring only that one's own life has been adversely affected by someone else's drinking problem.Alateen is for teenage relatives and friends of alcoholics who come together for mutual aid, much like their older counterparts.Alateen is supported by Al-Anon groups and their members. One or two members of Al-Anon sit-in, or sponsor each meeting. They are not there to teach, but rather to listen and support the group.Meetings last approximately an hour during which those in attendance speak of their problems, and listen to others. The interchange of ideas may aid in the solution of problems, but we are careful not to give advice or solve each other's problems, as that is the responsibility of each individual.Alateen is part of Al-Anon, and teens may attend all regular Al-Anon meetings if they wish. They may also attend all Al-Anon functions, and many have special programs for younger members. For some events, it may be necessary to obtain parental permission and notarized authorization that medical care be sought should anything occur.
Mon 00:00 AM - 11:59 PM; Tue00:00 AM - 11:59 PM; Wed 00:00 AM - 11:59 PM; Thu 00:00 AM - 11:59 PM; Fri 00:00 AM - 11:59 PM; Sat 00:00 AM - 11:59 PM; Sun 00:00 AM - 11:59 PM;
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