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Al-Anon Meetings in Costa Rica · Support for Families

Al-Anon meetings in Costa Rica

English-speaking Al-Anon meetings in Costa Rica for families affected by someone else's drinking.

Al-Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else's drinking or substance use. English-speaking meetings in Costa Rica are available.

Thousands of people around the world have been restored to joyful living by practicing the principles embodied in Al-Anon's Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions. The Steps outline a program of personal recovery from the often devastating effects of another's alcoholism. The Traditions are the gentle guides used by Al-Anon groups.

If you need help, please feel free to contact us directly.

The Three Cs of Al-Anon

You did not cause it. You cannot control it. You cannot cure it.

For many people who come to Al-Anon for the first time, the Three Cs offer immediate relief. These simple truths can bring significant relief to families who have spent years feeling responsible for someone else's addiction.

Where to find one

English-speaking Al-Anon meetings in Costa Rica

Meetings available across Costa Rica. Contact us to find the right one.

Dominical area

  • Tuesday 10:00am · Al-Anon Family Group, Dominical Al-Anon Group
  • Location: 2nd floor of Patrons Restaurant on Main Street in Dominical.

San José area

  • Tuesday 12:00 noon · Serenity Group at Buena Tierra Cafeteria
  • Thursday 10:30am · Serenity Group at Buena Tierra Cafeteria
  • Location: held in the AA Central Grupo Building, 1 block up from the main entrance. Contact us for the exact address.

Online meetings

  • For families outside Costa Rica or in areas where in-person English meetings are not available, Al-Anon also offers online meetings in English.
  • Visit al-anon.org for the current schedule.

Local Al-Anon meetings are held in various areas of Costa Rica, with locations that change depending on time and place. Times and locations are subject to change, please contact us and we will gladly help you find the right fit.

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The same Twelve Steps, adapted for families

Al-Anon's program is based on the same Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions as Alcoholics Anonymous, adapted for those who love someone with addiction. The list of current meetings is available by contacting us directly. Meetings are listed alphabetically by town or city.

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Guidance and a dedicated program for the people who love someone in recovery.

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Need help finding a meeting?

If you need any help finding a meeting or are in crisis, contact us directly.

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