About Us
Learn about Al-Anon Family Groups and our local community in South Palm Beach County.
About Al-Anon Family Groups
Al-Anon Family Groups has been offering hope and help to families and friends of alcoholics since 1951. Founded by Lois Wilson (wife of AA co-founder Bill Wilson) and Anne B., Al-Anon is a worldwide fellowship with more than 24,000 groups in over 130 countries. Al-Anon is not affiliated with any sect, denomination, political entity, organisation, or institution. There are no dues or fees for membership.
About South Palm Beach Al-Anon
South Palm Beach Al-Anon Family Groups serves the communities of Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Lake Worth Beach, and surrounding areas in South Palm Beach County, Florida. Our groups are part of District 170 under Florida South Area 10. South Palm Beach County is home to a vibrant and welcoming Al-Anon community. Our members come from all walks of life, united by a common experience — loving someone whose drinking has caused pain and uncertainty. Together, we find strength, hope, and a better way of life.
Alateen
Alateen is a part of the Al-Anon Family Groups program designed for young people whose lives have been affected by someone else's drinking. Alateen meetings are sponsored by adult Al-Anon members and provide a safe, confidential space for young people to share their experiences and find support. Download the Al-Anon app for Alateen Zoom meetings. We do not have local in-person Alateen meetings at this time.
Our Service Structure
Group Level
Each Al-Anon group is self-supporting and autonomous. Groups elect a Group Representative (GR) to connect with the broader service structure.
District 170
Our local groups belong to District 170, which coordinates service activities across South Palm Beach County. The District 170 monthly meeting is held on the second Saturday of every month at 10:00 AM at St. Mark's Catholic Church, 643 NE 4th Ave, Boynton Beach — all are welcome.
Florida South Area 10
District 170 is part of Florida South Area 10, one of 67 Areas in the Al-Anon/Alateen service structure across the US and Canada.
World Service Office
The Al-Anon Family Groups World Service Office (WSO) in Virginia Beach, Virginia provides literature, resources, and guidance to groups worldwide.
District Monthly Meeting
All Al-Anon members are welcome to attend the District 170 monthly service meeting. This is a great opportunity to connect with members from across South Palm Beach County and participate in local service.
All are welcome.