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l-Anon and Alateen
meetings are a vital source for hope and help for those affected by another's
drinking.
Begin by going to a meeting. There you will find a safe, secure place, a place
of comfort where others gather who have also had your problems, a place to hear
others share their experience, strength and hope.
Just walk in to a meeting.
You don't have to do anything ahead of time. It is suggested that
beginners attend at least six meetings before deciding whether the program is
right for them. You need bring only one thing with you - an open mind.
You don't have to say a thing if you don't want to, just be willing to listen.
There will be experienced members there who can answer any questions you may
have before or after the meeting. Or, you can call 216-621-1381 (M-F
9:30-3:30) with these questions.Al-Anon Meetings usually last one hour.
Alateen meetings are usually held at the same place and time as Al-Anon
meetings, and AA meetings are held at some of the Al-Anon meeting locations.
Al-Anon, Alateen and AA meetings are always held in separate rooms. Most all
meetings are held once per week.
We have over 130 Al-Anon meetings in 66
communities and 10 Alateen meetings in 9 communities in NE Ohio.
Worldwide, we have over 24,000 Al-Anon meetings and 2300 Alateen meetings in 115
countries. For a schedule of meetings in NE Ohio, click
here. For schedules of
meetings in other parts of the USA and the world, click
here. For more on meetings (in Q&A format) click
here.
Beginner's Meetings are special
places where those who are not familiar with the program can get orientation, or
can share their problems with someone who's experienced with the program. Beginners Meetings usually last 1/2 hour and are preceded or followed
by a regular meeting.
Alateen Meetings are attended
by young people, usually teenagers.
AAC Meetings are for adults
who have grown up in alcoholic households. AAC stands for 'Al-Anon
Adult
Children'. In this schedule, these meetings usually have group names contain
the term 'AAC'. While virtually all Al-Anon meetings are attended by adult
children, AAC Meetings focus on this special topic.
Am I Eligible? - In general if your
life has been deeply affected by a friend or family member's drinking, you are
welcome to attend any Al-Anon meeting.
If you need help, call 216-621-1381 (M-F 9:30-3:30) or
e-mail us at
help@afgcleveland.org. |