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Al-Anon in Cedar Rapids Area
Al-Anon in Cedar Rapids Area
Al-Anon is a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who believe their lives have been affected by someone else's drinking.
What to Expect at an Al-Anon Meeting
What to Expect at an Al-Anon Meeting
There is a message of hope in the Welcome used at Al-Anon meetings. Along with the Preamble to the Twelves Steps which follows, it gives a clear picture of Al-Anon's way of helping. "This is Al-Anon, pg 2"
There is a message of hope in the Welcome used at Al-Anon meetings. Along with the Preamble to the Twelves Steps which follows, it gives a clear picture of Al-Anon's way of helping. "This is Al-Anon, pg 2"
Al-Anon Family Groups
Al-Anon Family Groups
If someone close to you, such as a family member, friend, co-worker, or neighbor, has or has had a drinking problem, Al-Anon may help.
Al-Anon Information Meeting at The Fellowship Club, 3224 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is held first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Learn helpful tips, ask questions, and see if Al-Anon is right for you.
Meeting located up the stairs in the room at the end of the hall. Chairlift available.
AL-ANON IS...
AL-ANON IS...
A fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who believe their lives have been affected by someone else's drinking.
A mutual support program based on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymouns (AA).
A non-professional fellowship where members share their experience, strength, and hope to solve their common problems.
A spiritual program that is compatible with all religious beliefs or none.
A program with the single purpose of helping families and friends of alcoholics, whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not.
A worldwide fellowship with more than 26,000 groups, in over 115 countries, that has been in existence since 1951.
Compatible with professional treatment. Statistics show 63% of its members received treatment/counseling after attending Al-Anon.
Free of charge and self-supporting through members' voluntary contributions. There are no dues or fees for membership.
AL-ANON IS NOT...
AL-ANON IS NOT...
Allied with any sect, denomination, political entity, organization, or institution.
Involved in any outside issues - neither endorses nor opposes any cause.
Affiliated with AA, though both fellowships do cooperate with one another.
Considered a religious organization, treatment center, counseling agency, or teaching program.
Intended for families of drug abusers or individuals with other difficulties unless there is a problem of alcoholism as well.
Conducted by professionals.
Intended as a replacement for professional treatment.
Has Your Life Been Affected By Someone Else’s Drinking?
Has Your Life Been Affected By Someone Else’s Drinking?
To help you decide if Al-Anon can help you, we offer simple assessments and FAQs for consideration.
Has Your Life Been Affected by
Someone Else’s Drinking?
Has Your Life Been Affected by
Someone Else’s Drinking?
Did You
Grow Up With
a Problem Drinker?
Did You
Grow Up With
a Problem Drinker?
What are frequently
asked questions -
what should I know?
What are frequently
asked questions -
what should I know?
What Al-Anon Members Say
Al-Anon has saved my life. When I first came to an Al-Anon meeting I was looking to fix my alcoholic. I was angry and confused. Through the support of Al-Anon, I learned to take it One Day at A Time. As I kept coming back, I started to experience something I did not expect- HOPE.
Lisa A.
Cedar Rapids, IA
After attending Al-Anon meetings, I finally realized my life had become unmanageable because I was so busy taking care of others that I had no time to take care of me. I had lost who I was while trying to save the alcoholic. Today I understand that I am powerless over alcohol and it is actually a relief.
Steve M.
Central City, IA
Someone in Al-Anon shared the three C's with me- I didn't cause it; I can't control it; I can't cure it. Slowly, a new perspective, attitude and behavior crept into my awareness. I am so glad I finally had the courage to come to Al-Anon.
Tricia G.
Marion, IA
A friend kept telling me to go to Al-Anon. I did not understand why and continued to work on my alcoholic. If I could just convince him that drinking was a problem, he'd stop. Once he stopped, all would be okay. Finally, in desperation, I attended an Al-Anon meeting. I am so glad I did. Knowing I was not alone with my struggles helped me immediately.
Addie B.
Cedar Rapids, IA
Al-Anon Suggested Welcome
Al-Anon Suggested Welcome
The Al-Anon/Alateen program is based on the Twelve Steps (adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous) which we try, little by little, one day at a time, to apply to our lives, along with our slogans, and the Serenity Prayer. The loving interchange of help among members and daily reading of Al-Anon/Alateen literature thus make us ready to receive the priceless gift of serenity. "This is Al-Anon, page 3"
Al-Anon Suggested Preamble
Al-Anon Suggested Preamble
The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Al-Anon is not allied with any sect, denomination, political entity, organization, or institution; does not engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any cause. There are no dues for membership. Al-Anon is self supporting through its own voluntary contributions. "This is Al-Anon, page 3-4"
Al-Anon Suggested Closing
Al-Anon Suggested Closing
Whatever your problems, there are those among us who have had them too. If you keep an open mind, you will find help. You will come to realize that there is no situation too difficult to be bettered and no unhappiness too great to be lessened.
This is Al-Anon, page 11
Al-Anon Family Groups Cedar Rapids Area (District 8)
(319) 365-5955
Al-Anon Family Groups Cedar Rapids Area (District 8)
(319) 365-5955
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IOWA Al-Anon Family Groups
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