How does an Al-Anon meeting begin?

General suggestions for a beginners’ meeting format: Open the meeting with the Serenity Prayer and the Suggested Al-Anon/Alateen Welcome. Let newcomers know that what is said in our meetings, and member-to-member, is confidential, that anonymity is an important principle of our program.

When was the first Al-Anon meeting?

1961
The Al‑Anon World Service Conference (WSC) was first held on a trial basis in 1961.

What is the main purpose of Al-Anon?

Each Al-Anon Family Group has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics. We do this by practicing the Twelve Steps of AA ourselves, by encouraging and understanding our alcoholic relatives, and by welcoming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics.

What is the main purpose of Alanon?

How do I start a new group in Alanon?

Fill out the New Al‑Anon Group Registration Form, which is available online at alanon.org. Directions are provided, and the form can be submitted online or downloaded and sent via postal mail or fax.

What is an idea behind Al-Anon?

Al‑Anon is self‑supporting through its own voluntary contributions. Al‑Anon has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics. We do this by practicing the Twelve Steps, by welcoming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics, and by giving understanding and encouragement to the alcoholic.

What does the Alanon symbol mean?

Al-Anon Alateen 12 Step Program Recovery Symbol Strength and Hope for AA Family and Friends. The three sides of the triangle symbolize our three legacies: Recovery through acceptance of the Steps, Unity through acceptance of the Traditions, and Service through acceptance of the Concepts.

What to expect at Al Anon meeting?

What to Expect. At an alanon meeting, a member usually gives a short talk on one of the twelve steps and how it applies to his or her life. This is usually a member who has been involved with the program for some time. After the talk, other members have the opportunity to share.

What to expect at an Al-Anon meeting?

Al-Anon is a mutual support group.

NO CROSS-TALKING ALLOWED During meetings.

You are free to ask questions or to talk about your situation at your first meeting.

Every meeting is different.

Al-Anon is not a religious program.

It will take some time to fully understand the significance of anonymity to the Al-Anon program.

What happens in an Al Anon meeting?

At the end of an Al-anon meeting, the chairperson either reads or makes closing remarks. There might also be a closing prayer. After the meeting, most people enjoy snacks and conversation with each other. The majority of the meetings end exactly on time.

What is the goal of Al Anon?

The goal of Al-Anon is: A. To provide group and individual therapy for family members of alcoholics. B. To provide a fellowship and support for individuals in relationships withalcoholics. C. To educate family members of their risk of becoming alcoholics. D. To provide families of alcoholics with the intervention necessary to preventtheir substance abuse.