Frequently Asked Questions for the Professional

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For the Professional


Al-Anon Family Groups has a long history of cooperation with professionals who work with families and friends of alcoholics. Doctors, nurses, counselors, therapists, social workers, attorneys, judicial, law enforcement, employee assistance and human resources personnel are just a few of the professions that find their patients/clients can benefit from Al-Anon/Alateen. We have made available as downloadable PDF files several pamphlets that may assist you in making referrals to Al-Anon/Alateen family group meetings.Fact Sheet for Professionals (For basic information about Al-Anon and Alateen, and how we cooperate with professionals in the US and Canada)The following pamphlets (in pdf) may be duplicated and given to clients or their families:

What Happens after Treatment

Living in a Shelter

Doubting your Sanity 

To contact Al-Anon locally, check the Meetings page of this Web site, or call 1-888-4AL-ANON (1-888-425-266), US, Canada, and Puerto Ric, Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm ET. Reprinted with permission of Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc

Help and Hope

Mississippi Al-Anon Family Groups