In Leicester, the Leicester Thursday Al-Anon Family Group meets weekly on Thursdays at 7.30pm, at Attenborough Arts Centre, University of Leicester Road. The fellowship is for people affected by someone else's drinking rather than for the person who drinks, so partners, parents, adult children and friends all attend in their own right. Being an open meeting, it welcomes anyone who wants to attend, whether that is a newcomer, a returning member, or someone simply finding out more. The session lasts roughly an hour and a half and finishes near 9pm; nobody needs to sign in or give advance notice of attending.
Do I have to bring the person whose drinking is affecting me?
No. Al-Anon Family Groups are for you, in your own right, whether you are a partner, parent, adult child or friend of someone whose drinking has affected you. Many people attend on their own, and the person concerned never needs to attend a meeting.
How much does it cost to attend?
Nothing. Attendance is free and there is no booking system; you are welcome to walk in without contacting anyone first.
How long does the Thursday meeting last?
It starts at 7.30pm and runs for about an hour and a half, finishing at around 9pm.
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