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About this meeting
Merthyr Tydvil is home to a weekly Al-Anon Family Groups meeting, held on Thursdays at 7pm at Bethania Chapel, Aberfan. Anyone whose life is or has been affected by someone else's drinking is welcome to consider themselves a member, including partners, parents, adult children and friends, and no one else needs to be present. This is an open meeting, so you are welcome to come along even if you are new to Al-Anon or still unsure whether it is right for you. It lasts around an hour, ending at approximately 8pm; there is no booking system, so you can simply arrive and take a seat.
Common questions
Is this only for family members, or can friends attend as well?
Both. Al-Anon welcomes partners, parents, adult children and friends alike, anyone whose life is or has been affected by someone else's drinking, and no one needs to be a blood relative to belong.
Is there a cost to attend, or do I need to book?
No, Al-Anon meetings are always free and there is no need to book. Just arrive at the start time and take a seat.
What time does the meeting finish?
The meeting begins at 7pm and lasts roughly an hour, so it wraps up at approximately 8pm.
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