- Al-Anon is an organization comprised of persons whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
It is a recovery program for families and friends of alcoholics, whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not. Alateen, a part of Al-Anon, is for teens and preteens affected by someone else’s drinking, not for young alcoholics seeking sobriety for themselves.
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News & Updates
Save the Date! The 2026 AFG of MD and DC Spring Conference, “A Little Time for Myself,” will take place June 12-14, 2026, at Frostburg University in Frostburg, MD.
The 2025 AIS Chairperson’s note is now available.
Read the AIS Chairperson’s note, “What is AIS?“
An updated Alateen meeting list is now available.
Al-Anon’s World Service Organization (WSO) created a helpful checklist on welcoming newcomers and guests to our meetings. Please share this with your groups as appropriate.
Upcoming Events
Serenity Seekers AFG
January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Newcomers
New to Al-Anon? Here are some suggested steps to consider:
Attend meetings
Visit the Meetings page to find a list of meetings in your area.
Request a Phone List
Stay after the meeting to ask any questions and receive a member phone list.
Read Al-Anon Conference Approved Literature
You can pick up print literature when you attend in person meetings. If you attend virtual meetings, you can visit www.al-anon.org to request an electronic newcomer packet.
Sponsor
When you are ready, consider asking someone to be your sponsor.
We can be reached at alanon@md-al-anon.org
Al-Anon Family Groups of the