Offers support for a wide variety of quality of life issues, such as addiction, codependency, abuse, empowerment, etc. The 16 Steps focus on a positive approach to help members.
16 Steps of Empowerment, 362 N. Cleveland Ave., Suite 1, St. Paul, MN 55104. Call (612) 645-5782; FAX: (608) 249-9341.
mailto:empower16@aol.com
http://members.aol.com/empower16/steps.htm

Networking of recovering nurse anesthetists. Telephone support, information and referrals to groups and treatment.
AIR, c/o Rusty, 2205 22nd Ave. South, Minneapolis, MN 55404. Call (612) 724-8238.

Multi-purpose, informal support network for academic professionals in recovery from alcohol/drug addiction. Exchange of information on sabbaticals, relocation, issues surrounding promotion, tenure, etc.
Bruce E. Donovan, Brown University, Box 1865, Providence, RI 02912. Call (401) 863-3831 (day); FAX: (401) 863-1961.
mailto:BruceDonovan@brown.edu

Purpose is to carry the message of recovery to the chemically dependent person. For those with a desire to abstain from drugs/alcohol.
Chemically Dependent Anonymous, P.O. Box 423, Severna Park, MD 21146. Call 888-232-4673.
mailto:willieeatlantech.net
http://www.cdaweb.org

12-step program for friends and family of people who have problems with cocaine or other drugs. Phone support, help in starting new groups.
Co-Anon, P.O. Box 12124, Tucson, AZ. 85732-2124. Call (714) 647-6698 or (818) 377-4317.
http://www.co-anon.org

12-step fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hopes that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from addiction.
Cocaine Anonymous, 3740 Overland Ave., Suite C, Los Angeles, CA 90034-6337. For local chapters call (800) 347-8998 (24 hr) or (310) 559-5833 (business office); FAX: (310) 559-2554.
mailto:cawso@ca.org
http://www.ca.org

12-step program to help persons recover from addiction to crystal-meth. For those with a desire to stay sober and clean. Serves as an entry point into the recovery community.
Crystal-Meth Anonymous, P.O. Box 931052, Los Angeles, CA 90069. Call (213) 488-4455; FAX: (213) 650-2352.
mailto:pds1@pacbell.net

Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problems and help others to recover from their particular addiction(s) and mental disorders. For persons dually-diagnosed with an addiction as well as a mental disorder.
DTR, Inc., c/o MHEP, 261 Central Ave., Albany, NY 12206. Call Mental Health Empowerment Project (518) 434-1393 or (800) MHEP-INC. or Howie V. (718) 996-6324; FAX: (518) 434-3823.

A self-help program for individuals who experience a dual disorder of chemical dependency and a psychiatric illness. Based on the principles of the 12-steps and the personal experiences of individuals in dual recovery.
DRA, P.O. Box 121376, Nashville, TN 37212. Call 888-869-9230; FAX: (615) 297-9346.

Mutual support for relatives and friends concerned about the use of drugs or related behavioral problems. Based upon the 12-step program based on the program of A.A.
Write: Families Anonymous, P.O. Box 3475, Culver City, CA 90231-3475. Call (800) 736-9805 or (310) 313-5800; FAX: (310) 313-6841.

Group teaches people to be free mentally and spiritually, as well as free of drugs and alcohol. Information and referrals, phone support, literature, conferences.
Free-N-One Recovery, 404 N. Rose St., Compton, CA 90221. Call (310) 764-4400; FAX: (310) 764-5439.

National. Founded 1997. 12-step fellowship that helps members recover from any addictive or abusive behavior. Helps members stay emotionally sober. Groups for adults and adolescents. Deals with any addiction, compulsion, abusive behavior, or dysfunction.
HESHE, P.O. Box 1752, Keene, NH 03431. Call (802) 447-4736.
http://www.berks.com/12step or mailto:heshe@together.net

Network of recovering alcoholic women in religious orders. Fellowship of Roman Catholic women who are (or have been) members of religious orders who are in need of help due to alcoholism or chemical dependencies.
ICAP, 1515 N. Harlem Ave., Suite 202, Oak Park, IL 60302. Call (708) 445-1400; FAX: (708) 445-1418.
mailto:icapsrs@aol.com

I.L.A.A. (International Lawyers in Alcoholics Anonymous)

Serves as a clearinghouse for support groups for lawyers who are recovering alcoholics or have other chemical dependencies.
Ben G., P.O. Box 552212, Las Vegas, NV 89155-2212. Call (702) 455-4827 (day).

Opportunity for doctoral level health care professionals to discuss common problems and find common solutions to drug and alcohol problems. Annual meetings (1st week in Aug.), phone support, information and referrals, newsletter.
Int'l Doctors in A.A., P.O. Box 199, Augusta, MO 63332. Call (314) 482-4548 (day); FAX: (314) 228-4102.
mailto:IDAAdickMc@AOL.com

Fellowship of RNs, LPNs and nursing students who are in recovery from chemical dependency, co-dependency, or involved in any 12-step program.
INA, c/o Pat Green, 1020 Sunset Dr., Lawrence, KS 66044. Call (913) 842-3893.
mailto:Patlreen@aol.com

Fellowship of pharmacists and pharmacy students recovering from any addiction. Members must belong to a 12-step group.
IPA, c/o Nan, 32 Cedar Grove Rd., Annandale, NJ 08801. Call Nan (908) 730-9072 (day) or (908) 735-2789 (machine and fax).
http://www.crml.uab.edu/~jah/
http://123.net/~mfields/ipapage.htm

For alcoholic and chemically dependent Jews, families, friends, associates and the community.
JACS, 426 W. 58th St., New York, NY 10019. Call (212) 397-4197; FAX: (212) 489-6229.
mailto:jacs@jacsweb.org
http://www.jacsweb.org

Fellowship of men and women who desire to stay clean of marijuana. Follows the 12-step program. Literature, starter packets. Meetings on AOL.
M.A., P.O. Box 2912, Van Nuys, CA 91404. Call (800) 766-6779 (recorded message).
http://www.marijuana-anonymous.org
mailto:info@marijuana-anonymous.org

Purpose is to help all men recover from problem drinking through the discovery of self, gained by sharing experiences, hopes and encouragement with other men in similar circumstances.
Men for Sobriety, P.O. Box 618, Quakertown, PA 18951-0618. Call (215) 536-8026 (voice/FAX)

Self-help group for, and led by, current and former methadone maintenance treatment patients. Open to anyone interested in recovery from chemical dependency.
Methadone Anonymous, c/o Man Alive Research, Inc., 2100 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21218. Call (410) 837-4292; FAX: (410) 837-0639.
mailto:maworld91@aol.com

Support for problem drinkers who want to reduce their drinking, or quit, and make other positive lifestyle changes. For those who have experienced mild to moderate levels of alcohol-related problems. Not intended for alcoholics. Online support group available.
Moderation Management, P.O. Box 1752, Woodenville, WA 98072. Call 888-561-9834.
http://moderation.org
mailto:mm@moderation.org

World-wide organization offering self-help recovery to families and friends of addicts. A 12-step program structured like Al-Anon.
Write: Nar-Anon Family Group Headquarters, P.O. Box 2562, Palos Verdes, CA 90274-0119. Call (310) 547-5800.

Fellowship of men and women who come together for the purpose of sharing their recovery. The only requirement for membership is the desire to stop using drugs. Information is available in several languages, on audio tapes and in Braille.
N.A., P.O. Box 9999, Van Nuys, CA 91409. Call (818) 773-9999; FAX: (818) 700-0700
http://www.na.org
mailto:info@na.org

Drug prevention and education, information, networking, and guidelines for parents forming community groups to address drug prevention. Two-day drug prevention education workshops for junior and high school students. Legislative advocacy on federal level and information resource for state and local efforts.
National Family Partnership, 9220 SW Barbur Blvd., Suite 119-284, Portland, OR 97219-5428. Call (314) 845-1933.http://www.cybercity.piedmont.net/NFP/
mailto:www.NFP.org

Overcomers In Christ

Recovery program that deals with every aspect of addiction and dysfunction (spiritual, physical, mental, emotional and social). Uses Overcomers Goals which are Christ-centered.
Overcomers in Christ, P.O. Box 34460 Omaha, NE 68134-04604. Call (402) 573-0966; FAX: (402) 573-0960.
mailto:overcomers@novia.net

Christ-centered 12-step support group for persons with any compulsive behaviors, their families and friends. Uses the 12-steps of A.A. and applies them to the Scriptures. Uses Jesus Christ as "higher power."
Overcomers Outreach, 520 N. Brookhurst, Suite 121, Anaheim, CA 92801. Call (714) 491-3000 or (800) 310-3001; FAX: (714) 491-3004.
mailto:info@oo.sheperd.com
http://www.iugm.org/oo.html

International. 6 groups. Founded 1979. Fellowship for all who seek freedom from addiction to prescribed and over-the-counter mood-changing pills and drugs. Sharing of experience, strength and hope to stay clean and help others achieve sobriety. Follows the 12-steps of A.A. Group development guidelines.
Pill Addicts Anon., P.O. Box 13738, Reading, PA 19612-3738.

For doctoral-level psychologists or students who've had a personal experience with alcohol or drugs. Aim is to support each other in recovery and help others to recover. Tries to educate psychology community.
Psychologists Helping Psychologists, 3484 S. Utah St., Arlington, VA 22206-1921. Call Ann Stone (703) 578-1644 or Martha Dugan (914) 887-4043; FAX: (703) 243-7125.
mailto:AnnS@Erols.com

Helps persons achieve recovery from substance abuse and weight problems through self-reliance and self-help groups. Planned abstinence based on Addictive Voice Recognition Technique.
Rational Recovery Systems, P.O. Box 800, Lotus, CA 95651. Call (916) 621-4374 or (800) 303-2873; FAX: (916) 622-4296.
http://rational.org/recovery/
mailto:rrsn@rational.org

12-step group that helps couples restore intimacy, communication, trust and learn healthier tools for maintaining these elements. For couples involved in a committed relationship.
RCA, P.O. Box 11872, St. Louis, MO 63105. Call Judy (314) 830-2600; FAX: (314) 830-2670.
http://www.recovering-couples.org

Purpose is to assist real estate professionals, their families, associates, affiliates and employees regarding alcohol and drug abuse through education, support, prevention and recovery programs.
Write: John M. Peckham III, 4 Longfellow Pl. Suite 2003, Boston, MA 02114. Call (800) 854-7505; FAX: (617) 523-4736.
mailto:BostonJack@earthlink.net
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/peckham

A solution-focused 12-step fellowship, designed especially for those who have yet to be successful in their search for recovery. For those who know the 12-steps work and want to learn how to use them. Open to anyone, including friends and family.
Recoveries Anonymous, P.O. Box 1212, Hewitt Sq. Stn., E. Northport, NY 11731. Call (516) 261-1212.
http://www.r-a.org

To help eliminate drunk driving, end underage drinking and drug abuse, alert students to dangers alcohol use and its resulting consequences, and to organize peer counseling programs for students concerned about alcohol and drugs.
SADD, P.O. Box 800, Marlboro, MA 01752. Call 877-SADD-INC (toll-free) or (508) 481-3568; FAX: (508) 481-5759.
saddonline.org

Mutual help for alcoholics and addicts who want to acknowledge their addiction and maintain sobriety as a separate issue from religion or spirituality.
S.O.S., P.O. Box 5, Buffalo, NY 14215. Call (310) 821-8430; FAX: (310) 821-2610.

Network of self-help groups for individuals wanting to gain their independence from addictive and compulsive behaviors. SMART is an abstinence program based on cognitive-behavioral principles, especially those of rational-emotive-behavior therapy.
Contact: SMART, 24000 Mercantile Rd., Suite 11, Beachwood, OH 44122. Call (216) 292-0220 (day); FAX: (216) 831-3776.
mailto:srmail1@aol.com
http://www.smartrecovery.org

Supports recovery from chemical dependency among social workers or matriculating students. Newsletter, annual retreat, group development guidelines.
SWHSW, P.O. Box 486, Nora Springs, IA 50458-8883. Call David C. Miller, ACSW (515) 422-7485 (confidential voice mail) or (515) 422-7797; FAX: (515) 422-7516.
mailto:davidcm@netins.net

Program designed specifically to help the woman alcoholic achieve sobriety. Addresses need to overcome depression and guilt.
Women for Sobriety, P.O. Box 618, Quakertown, PA 18951-0618. Call (215) 536-8026 or (800) 333-1606; FAX: (215) 536-8026.
http://www.mediapulse.com/wfs
mailto:wfsobriety@aol.com

Through its Youth Power empowerment and leadership model, provides youth with skills necessary to form teams that identify problems, assess, plan and implement service activities in their schools and communities.
Youth Power, 2000 Franklin St., Suite 400, Oakland, CA 94612. Call (800) 258-2766; FAX: (510) 451-9360.
mailto:youth@youthpower.org
http://www.youthpower.org