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Al-Anon Family Groups - Long Island & NY

Support for families and friends of alcoholics in Nassau County, Suffolk County, and throughout Long Island.

Published: November 25, 2025
Last Edited: December 16, 2025
7 min read
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Written by

Benjamin Zohar, NCACIP

Nationally Certified Advanced Addiction Intervention Professional

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Edited by

Ezra Zohar, M.S. Ed.

Editorial Director

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Medically Reviewed by

Brandon McNally, RN

Medical Reviewer, ICU Critical Care Nurse

Published: November 25, 2025
Last edited: December 16, 2025
7 min read

About Al-Anon Family Groups

Al-Anon is a mutual support group for people whose lives have been affected by someone else's drinking. By sharing their experiences, members help each other cope with the effects of alcoholism in their lives. Al-Anon meetings provide a safe, confidential space to share your feelings and learn from others.

For Family Members

Parents, spouses, siblings, children, and friends

Anonymous & Free

No fees, complete confidentiality

Nassau & Suffolk County Al-Anon Meetings

Long Island Al-Anon Information Service

Al-Anon resources for Nassau & Suffolk Counties

Find Al-Anon meetings throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Meetings available daily for families and friends affected by someone's drinking.

Find Long Island Meetings

Alateen for Young People

Support for teenagers affected by someone's drinking

Alateen is Al-Anon for young people ages 13-18 whose lives have been affected by someone's drinking. Meetings provide a safe place for teens to share their experiences and learn coping skills.

Learn About Alateen

How Al-Anon Can Help

What You'll Learn

  • • How to cope with the effects of someone's drinking
  • • Understanding you didn't cause the alcoholism
  • • Setting healthy boundaries
  • • Taking care of yourself emotionally
  • • How to support recovery without enabling
  • • Finding peace regardless of their choices

Your First Meeting

What to expect at your first Al-Anon meeting:

  • • Arrive a few minutes early
  • • Listening is always okay - sharing is optional
  • • Everything shared is confidential
  • • No pressure to speak or commit
  • • Try different meetings to find the right fit
  • • Free literature available

Additional Family Support Resources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about our 24/7 crisis helpline and addiction support services.

Still have questions? Our crisis counselors are available 24/7.

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You Don't Have to Face This Alone

Whether your loved one is seeking help or not, Al-Anon can help you find peace and learn to care for yourself. Connect with others who understand what you're going through.

Call 631-SOBERME for Family Support

Recovery Support Network

Long Island Rehab Helpline & Crisis Intervention connects families with trusted clinical resources across New York.

Our network includes: Intervention NY, Every1 Center, HVATC, and Long Island Addiction Treatment Resources