Al-Anon Family Groups

Al-Anon Family Groups, with a meeting location in North Hollywood, California, provides support for friends and loved ones who are impacted by someone’s drinking. Some meetings are open to the public, while others are limited to Al-Anon members only.

Those affected by another person’s drinking have common problems for which Al-Anon helps provide solutions. These problems include the tendency to enable instead of help, confusing pity with support, and putting aside their own goals to focus on others’ problems. The group is helpful for family and friends of those struggling with substance use disorder whether or not that person goes to alcohol or drug rehab.

Similar to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Al-Anon has multiple types of meetings. Meetings may take place in English or in other languages, may be focused on specific genders, and may focus on specific topics. The group uses an adapted 12-Step framework to help participants deepen their spiritual lives and focus on accountability.

Al-Anon Family Groups doesn’t charge a fee, although groups may take up freewill offerings. Participants may be referred to additional services that do accept private health insurance plans such as Humana, Beacon, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Bright Health, and Magellan Health. Be sure to check out-of-network benefits and coverage details with your insurance company, because plans vary.