Al-Anon IS ~ 12 Steps | 12 Traditions ~

A fellowship of relatives and friend of alcoholics who believe their lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
A mutual support recovery program based on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.
A nonprofessional fellowship where members share their experience, strength, and hope to solve their common problems.
A program with the anonymity of all Al-Anon, Alateen, and AA members protected.
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.

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, although both fellowships cooperate with one another.
Considered a religious organization, treatment center, provider, counseling agency, or teaching program.
Conducted by professionals.
Intended as a replacement for professional treatment or counseling.

Reprinted with Permission of Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc, Virginia Beach, VA