A look at support groups available in west-central Illinois
Although some groups have resumed meetings, others’ schedules may have changed because of pandemic restrictions. It is recommended you contact the group in advance to verify details. Any changes in meeting schedules can be emailed to [email protected].
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
217-370-4002
Jacksonville locations:
• First Baptist Church, 1701 Mound Ave. Wheelchair-accessible.
• Club HOW, 638 S. Church St.
Monday
• Closed discussion, 7:30 a.m. at Club HOW.
• Closed discussion, noon at Club HOW.
• Closed discussion, 8 p.m. at First Baptist Church. “Bowen Group.”
• Closed discussion, 8 p.m. at Club HOW.
Tuesday
• Open discussion, noon at Club HOW.
• Women’s open meeting, 5:30 p.m., First Christian Church’s Fireside Room.
• VIRGINIA: Closed discussion, 7 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, Main and Washington streets.
• ROODHOUSE: Closed discussion, 12-step/12 traditions, 8 p.m. at Grace Center, 114 W. Palm St.
Wednesday
• Closed discussion, noon at Club HOW.
• Closed discussion, 8 p.m. at Club HOW.
Thursday
• Closed discussion, 7:30 a.m. at Club HOW.
• Closed discussion, noon at Club HOW.
• Closed discussion, 8 p.m. at Club HOW. “Newcomers Group.”
Friday
• Closed discussion, noon at Club HOW. “TGIF Group.”
• Closed discussion, 5:15 p.m., Big Book Study at Club HOW.
• VIRGINIA: Closed discussion, 8 p.m. at United Methodist Church, 401 E. Broadway Ave.
Saturday
• Open speaker, 8 p.m. at Club HOW.
• Open meeting, noon at Club HOW.
Sunday
• Closed discussion, 8 p.m. at Club HOW. “12 & 12 Group.”
• Closed discussion, 10 a.m. at Club HOW. (Second Sunday is open)
• SPRINGFIELD: AA for Women, 10 a.m. at Discovery Club, 313 W. Cook St.
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AL-ANON
Meetings are nonsmoking and open to anyone. The only requirement is that there be a problem of alcohol with a loved one or friend.