PeerGalaxy Original Calendar
Welcome to PeerGalaxy Calendar featuring over 336,800+ monthly offerings of FREE telephone- and online-accessible peer support, recovery support, and wellness activities! Plus 50+ warmlines, helplines, chatlines, and hotlines. Plus workshops, webinars, job postings, resources, observances, special events, consumer input opportunities and more.
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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
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Calendar Event Sorting
At the top, the 24/7/365 SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.
Next, Bundled “All Day” Events
Some organizations (like 12 step recovery programs, AA, NA, AlAnon, etc.) have so many events happening throughout the day that they need to be in a bundled listing to spare endless scrolling. Often there is a link to look up events by zip code and other criteria.
Lastly, Time-Specific Events
So you can see what’s happening in the next hours, time specific events are tagged and listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night. There can be events and warmlines operating in different time zones, though we try to list all in Oregon’s Pacific Time Zone.
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A WARMLINE is staffed with Peer Specialists who can offer hope, strength, and knowledge gained from their own personal experiences living with mental health issues and/or substance use disorders.
There are over 150+ WARMLINES throughout the country! Each organization has different hours of operation, some only accept in-state calls while others operate nationwide and will take calls from anywhere. Most are English speaking but there are a growing number of organizations that offer non-English speaking services.
Until WARMLINE.ORG, there was no easy way to locate all of this information. With the database that we have built, you can easily locate WARMLINES that speak your language and that are OPEN NOW if you need someone to talk to.
For Warmlines that are available to out of state callers
To use FIND A WARM LINE to and find warm line numbers by state, by the language spoken, use the link below.
https://www.warmline.org
LifeRing Secular Recovery
24 Hour Recovery Chat Room
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.
Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.
Chat Room
To enter the 24-hour Chat Room by clicking on the above or using this link: https://meet56243352.adobeconnect.com/r522ss7kd94t/.
A chat registration screen will first appear. Enter your personalized screenname to enter the room. This chat room is sometimes not hosted so be cautious of whom you are talking to and never give out any personal information.
For Guidelines on chat room rules, download the LifeRing Document
For help, email [email protected]
LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY
Addiction Recovery Peer Support · Online Meetings
“The Opposite of Addiction is a LifeRing Connection”
All are welcome — open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs.
FIND A MEETING
LifeRing Online Meeting Finder — 110 Virtual Recovery Meetings
Join one of 110 virtual addiction recovery meetings — seven days a week, morning through late night Pacific Time. Meetings run daily for every schedule and time zone, with options for women, LGBTQIA+ members, co-occurring disorders, newcomers, trauma survivors, veterans, frontline workers, and friends and family. Use the filters to find a meeting by day, time, format, or audience, then join directly online at no cost — no registration required.
Use This Link To Find A Meeting That Fits You!
: https://meetings.lifering.org/meetings/
Meetings run seven days a week in Pacific Time. Sample daily schedule times (PT): early mornings from 3:00 AM PT · mid-mornings from 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT · afternoons from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT · evenings from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT · late night through midnight PT. All times shown in Pacific Time on the meeting finder.
Meeting formats include: How Was Your Week · Topic Meeting · Workbook Meeting · Chat Meeting · Focus Meeting · Co-Occurring Disorder Meeting · Friends & Family Meeting · LifeRing 101.
Meeting times and availability are subject to change. Verify current schedule on the meeting finder before attending.
THE LIFERING EXPERIENCE
Connection and Community
The LifeRing approach works mainly by bringing people together. The main purpose of LifeRing meetings is to reinforce the desire to get sober that lives within each of us.
LifeRing recovery meetings exist not to judge, shame, or guilt anyone — they exist to support building a sober present and future.
LifeRing is uncompromising about the need for abstinence, but very flexible about how to get there and stay there. Only one step is asked: don’t drink or use, no matter what. Sobriety becomes the priority, and the community supports making any changes necessary toward that end.
THE LIFERING 3-S PHILOSOPHY
Sobriety · Abstinence from alcohol and other addictive drugs, unless medically indicated and prescribed. LifeRing supports medically-assisted recovery as a decision between patients and their treatment providers.
Secularity · Out of respect for people of all faiths and none, LifeRing conducts meetings in a secular way — no prayer or religious content.
Self-Empowerment · Recovery is based on self-empowerment, motivation, and individual efforts. Each person decides what works and builds their sobriety on that foundation.
ONLINE COMMUNITY & RESOURCES
LifeRing Community Forum
Share experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas with others in recovery. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE — LifeRing Community Forum
ePals — Private Email Recovery Support
Connect one-on-one with a supportive LifeRing member via private email to discuss recovery questions and share experiences. FREE — LifeRing ePals Program
eGroups — Sober Community Email Groups
Connect with others through moderated email lists for sober conversation, photos, and activities that support a substance-free life. FREE — LifeRing eGroups
Recovery Toolbox
Explore tools, strategies, and resources for lasting sobriety — including guides for building a personal recovery plan. FREE — LifeRing Recovery Toolbox
LifeRing Podcasts
Listen to 21 podcast episodes featuring LifeRing members, advocates, and recovery stories covering secular recovery, multiple pathways, trauma, and the 3-S philosophy. Available on demand · FREE — LifeRing Podcast Library
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
LifeRing Secular Recovery Website — Main website · meetings, resources, news, and community tools
Multiple Pathways Resource Page — Community members share additional recovery resources and options
LifeRing Crisis Resources — Immediate mental health and substance use crisis support
Email: [email protected] — Contact LifeRing directly with questions about meetings or recovery support
ABOUT LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support — because there are as many ways to live free of drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people. Founded in 1992 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Hayward, California, LifeRing has more than 30 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular, and self-directed recovery pathways through meetings and peer support communities. LifeRing has earned its third consecutive Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, and [VERIFY: add one key impact statistic — e.g., number of active members, meetings held per year, or countries served — when available from LifeRing.]
DISCLAIMER:
All LifeRing services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy and is not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use crises, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.
SMART RECOVERY
Online Support Meetings & On-Demand Resources
Self-Management and Recovery Training · Science-Based · Stigma-Free · Secular
“Helping people gain independence from any problematic addictive behavior — through self-empowerment, science, and community.”
SMART Recovery Online Meetings
Free Online Meetings Available Every Day of the Week — Find Yours in Seconds
SMART Recovery offers over 290 free, confidential online and hybrid support meetings within the United States seven days a week, with additional meetings available in Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and more than 20 other countries worldwide. Meetings are facilitated by trained volunteers and guided by evidence-based tools drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). No labels, no steps, no higher power required — just practical tools and real mutual support.
Use the SMART Recovery Meeting Finder (SMARTfinder) to search by program type, audience, day of the week, and language. Meeting start times are automatically displayed in your local time zone. All meetings are open, free, and require no registration.
International meetings also available: Canada · Australia · United Kingdom · Rest of World
SMART Recovery Podcast — On-Demand Audio
165 Free Episodes · Available 24 Hours a Day · 7 Days a Week
Explore more than 165 free podcast episodes featuring researchers, clinicians, peer recovery specialists, and people with lived experience. Topics include medication-assisted recovery, psychedelic-assisted therapy, family recovery, problem gambling, BIPOC community support, veteran recovery, and the science behind behavior change. New episodes are published regularly. No account required — listen anytime, anywhere.
Listen free at SMART Recovery Podcast · Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
SMART Recovery YouTube Channel — On-Demand Video Library
240 Free Videos · Available 24 Hours a Day · 7 Days a Week
The SMART Recovery YouTube channel features more than 240 free on-demand videos including facilitator training tips, recovery tool demonstrations, personal recovery stories, recorded webinars, and educational content for individuals and families. All content is publicly accessible with no login or membership required.
Watch free at SMART Recovery YouTube Channel · Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
Additional Resources
SMART Recovery Main Website — Main website with program information, tools, and meeting resources.
SMART Recovery 4-Point Program Toolbox — Free worksheets and CBT-based tools supporting all four points of the recovery program.
SMART Recovery Family & Friends Program — Dedicated resources, meetings, and tools for family members and loved ones.
SMART Recovery Frequently Asked Questions — Answers about how SMART works, who it is for, and meeting verifications.
SMART Recovery International — Global Meetings — Locate meetings in countries worldwide.
About SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery — Self-Management and Recovery Training — is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1994, with more than 30 years of experience helping people gain independence from addictive behaviors. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities through a self-empowering, science-informed approach to recovery. Recognized by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the American Academy of Family Physicians, and other leading health authorities, SMART helps more than one million people each year through free meetings held in over 20 countries.
DISCLAIMER: Information is solely shared as a courtesy. Not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care
A WARMLINE is staffed with Peer Specialists who can offer hope, strength, and knowledge gained from their own personal experiences living with mental health issues and/or substance use disorders.
There are over 150+ WARMLINES throughout the country! Each organization has different hours of operation, some only accept in-state calls while others operate nationwide and will take calls from anywhere. Most are English speaking but there are a growing number of organizations that offer non-English speaking services.
Until WARMLINE.ORG, there was no easy way to locate all of this information. With the database that we have built, you can easily locate WARMLINES that speak your language and that are OPEN NOW if you need someone to talk to.
For Warmlines that are available to out of state callers
To use FIND A WARM LINE to and find warm line numbers by state, by the language spoken, use the link below.
https://www.warmline.org
LifeRing Secular Recovery
24 Hour Recovery Chat Room
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.
Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.
Chat Room
To enter the 24-hour Chat Room by clicking on the above or using this link: https://meet56243352.adobeconnect.com/r522ss7kd94t/.
A chat registration screen will first appear. Enter your personalized screenname to enter the room. This chat room is sometimes not hosted so be cautious of whom you are talking to and never give out any personal information.
For Guidelines on chat room rules, download the LifeRing Document
For help, email [email protected]
LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY
Addiction Recovery Peer Support · Online Meetings
“The Opposite of Addiction is a LifeRing Connection”
All are welcome — open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs.
FIND A MEETING
LifeRing Online Meeting Finder — 110 Virtual Recovery Meetings
Join one of 110 virtual addiction recovery meetings — seven days a week, morning through late night Pacific Time. Meetings run daily for every schedule and time zone, with options for women, LGBTQIA+ members, co-occurring disorders, newcomers, trauma survivors, veterans, frontline workers, and friends and family. Use the filters to find a meeting by day, time, format, or audience, then join directly online at no cost — no registration required.
Use This Link To Find A Meeting That Fits You!
: https://meetings.lifering.org/meetings/
Meetings run seven days a week in Pacific Time. Sample daily schedule times (PT): early mornings from 3:00 AM PT · mid-mornings from 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT · afternoons from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT · evenings from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT · late night through midnight PT. All times shown in Pacific Time on the meeting finder.
Meeting formats include: How Was Your Week · Topic Meeting · Workbook Meeting · Chat Meeting · Focus Meeting · Co-Occurring Disorder Meeting · Friends & Family Meeting · LifeRing 101.
Meeting times and availability are subject to change. Verify current schedule on the meeting finder before attending.
THE LIFERING EXPERIENCE
Connection and Community
The LifeRing approach works mainly by bringing people together. The main purpose of LifeRing meetings is to reinforce the desire to get sober that lives within each of us.
LifeRing recovery meetings exist not to judge, shame, or guilt anyone — they exist to support building a sober present and future.
LifeRing is uncompromising about the need for abstinence, but very flexible about how to get there and stay there. Only one step is asked: don’t drink or use, no matter what. Sobriety becomes the priority, and the community supports making any changes necessary toward that end.
THE LIFERING 3-S PHILOSOPHY
Sobriety · Abstinence from alcohol and other addictive drugs, unless medically indicated and prescribed. LifeRing supports medically-assisted recovery as a decision between patients and their treatment providers.
Secularity · Out of respect for people of all faiths and none, LifeRing conducts meetings in a secular way — no prayer or religious content.
Self-Empowerment · Recovery is based on self-empowerment, motivation, and individual efforts. Each person decides what works and builds their sobriety on that foundation.
ONLINE COMMUNITY & RESOURCES
LifeRing Community Forum
Share experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas with others in recovery. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE — LifeRing Community Forum
ePals — Private Email Recovery Support
Connect one-on-one with a supportive LifeRing member via private email to discuss recovery questions and share experiences. FREE — LifeRing ePals Program
eGroups — Sober Community Email Groups
Connect with others through moderated email lists for sober conversation, photos, and activities that support a substance-free life. FREE — LifeRing eGroups
Recovery Toolbox
Explore tools, strategies, and resources for lasting sobriety — including guides for building a personal recovery plan. FREE — LifeRing Recovery Toolbox
LifeRing Podcasts
Listen to 21 podcast episodes featuring LifeRing members, advocates, and recovery stories covering secular recovery, multiple pathways, trauma, and the 3-S philosophy. Available on demand · FREE — LifeRing Podcast Library
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
LifeRing Secular Recovery Website — Main website · meetings, resources, news, and community tools
Multiple Pathways Resource Page — Community members share additional recovery resources and options
LifeRing Crisis Resources — Immediate mental health and substance use crisis support
Email: [email protected] — Contact LifeRing directly with questions about meetings or recovery support
ABOUT LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support — because there are as many ways to live free of drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people. Founded in 1992 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Hayward, California, LifeRing has more than 30 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular, and self-directed recovery pathways through meetings and peer support communities. LifeRing has earned its third consecutive Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, and [VERIFY: add one key impact statistic — e.g., number of active members, meetings held per year, or countries served — when available from LifeRing.]
DISCLAIMER:
All LifeRing services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy and is not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use crises, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.
SMART RECOVERY
Online Support Meetings & On-Demand Resources
Self-Management and Recovery Training · Science-Based · Stigma-Free · Secular
“Helping people gain independence from any problematic addictive behavior — through self-empowerment, science, and community.”
SMART Recovery Online Meetings
Free Online Meetings Available Every Day of the Week — Find Yours in Seconds
SMART Recovery offers over 290 free, confidential online and hybrid support meetings within the United States seven days a week, with additional meetings available in Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and more than 20 other countries worldwide. Meetings are facilitated by trained volunteers and guided by evidence-based tools drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). No labels, no steps, no higher power required — just practical tools and real mutual support.
Use the SMART Recovery Meeting Finder (SMARTfinder) to search by program type, audience, day of the week, and language. Meeting start times are automatically displayed in your local time zone. All meetings are open, free, and require no registration.
International meetings also available: Canada · Australia · United Kingdom · Rest of World
SMART Recovery Podcast — On-Demand Audio
165 Free Episodes · Available 24 Hours a Day · 7 Days a Week
Explore more than 165 free podcast episodes featuring researchers, clinicians, peer recovery specialists, and people with lived experience. Topics include medication-assisted recovery, psychedelic-assisted therapy, family recovery, problem gambling, BIPOC community support, veteran recovery, and the science behind behavior change. New episodes are published regularly. No account required — listen anytime, anywhere.
Listen free at SMART Recovery Podcast · Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
SMART Recovery YouTube Channel — On-Demand Video Library
240 Free Videos · Available 24 Hours a Day · 7 Days a Week
The SMART Recovery YouTube channel features more than 240 free on-demand videos including facilitator training tips, recovery tool demonstrations, personal recovery stories, recorded webinars, and educational content for individuals and families. All content is publicly accessible with no login or membership required.
Watch free at SMART Recovery YouTube Channel · Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
Additional Resources
SMART Recovery Main Website — Main website with program information, tools, and meeting resources.
SMART Recovery 4-Point Program Toolbox — Free worksheets and CBT-based tools supporting all four points of the recovery program.
SMART Recovery Family & Friends Program — Dedicated resources, meetings, and tools for family members and loved ones.
SMART Recovery Frequently Asked Questions — Answers about how SMART works, who it is for, and meeting verifications.
SMART Recovery International — Global Meetings — Locate meetings in countries worldwide.
About SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery — Self-Management and Recovery Training — is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1994, with more than 30 years of experience helping people gain independence from addictive behaviors. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities through a self-empowering, science-informed approach to recovery. Recognized by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the American Academy of Family Physicians, and other leading health authorities, SMART helps more than one million people each year through free meetings held in over 20 countries.
DISCLAIMER: Information is solely shared as a courtesy. Not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care
Recovery Dharma Online
The Sunlight RD/Discovery Dharma
Mondays through Fridays, 8:00am PST
ZOOM LINK:
ZOOM ID:
84216229206
ZOOM PASSWORD:
none
CONTACT:
ABOUT THIS MEETING
Welcome to all genders, races, creeds, etc. Leave/Keep Substance or Behavioral issues Behind YOU!…SYS!! Early (today), Mid and Post-Recovery Peeps Welcome. Come as you Are!!
WHAT IS RECOVERY DHARMA?
Recovery Dharma is a peer-led movement and community that is unified by our trust in the potential of each of us to recover and find freedom from the suffering of addiction. We believe that the traditional Buddhist teachings, often referred to as the Dharma, offer a powerful approach to healing from addiction and living a life of true freedom.
We believe that recovery means empowerment, and we support each other as partners walking the path together. We believe that recovery is rooted in finding our own inner wisdom and individual journeys.
Recovery Dharma is founded on, and inspired by, Buddhism that originated in India and later on flourished in other regions of Asia (e.g., South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia). We deeply appreciate the Buddhist heritage that was protected and freely offered by the ancestors of these cultures.
LifeRing Canada Online
Peer Support Recovery Meetings
“Non-Judgmental Peer Support”
PEER SUPPORT MEETINGS
LifeRing Canada Online — How Was Your Week? Meetings
Meets every Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday · 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT · via Zoom · FREE
Connect with peers in a confidential, judgment-free space for honest conversations about your recovery journey. LifeRing welcomes people of all cultures, identities, faiths, and none to gather together and support each other’s substance-free journeys.
Each session is led by a trained Convenor — a volunteer who is personally in recovery. After a short opening, the Convenor asks the theme question, “How Was Your Week?” Participants take turns sharing recovery successes and challenges from the past week, and any concerns for the week ahead. Dialogue, feedback, and mutual support are encouraged after each share.
Meetings are confidential — what is said and who attends stays in the room. There is no requirement to label or identify yourself. Use of “I” statements is encouraged. All recovery paths are respected; everyone’s journey is unique.
Meetings are free of charge. Voluntary donations to cover Zoom and operating costs are welcome. Attendance can be credited by courts and treatment programs.
Join directly at
LifeRing Canada Online Meeting Via Zoom.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
LifeRing Canada Website — Main website with meeting information, philosophy, and resources for recovery
LifeRing Canada Meeting Schedule — Full schedule of online and in-person meetings across Canada
LifeRing Canada Newsletter Sign-Up — Receive updates on meetings, events, and recovery resources
LifeRing Canada Facebook Group — Connect with the LifeRing Canada peer community online
LifeRing International — International meeting calendar and additional recovery resources
ABOUT LIFERING CANADA
LifeRing Secular Recovery Society Canada is a British Columbia-registered not-for-profit and federally registered charitable organization. First brought to Canada in 2005, and established as a Canadian charitable society in 2008, LifeRing Canada has more than 16 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular peer support for people at all stages of substance use recovery. Built on three core principles — Sobriety, Secularity, and Self-Empowerment — LifeRing Canada believes every person has the power to reclaim their life, and provides a supportive community to help them do it.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. Not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.
A WARMLINE is staffed with Peer Specialists who can offer hope, strength, and knowledge gained from their own personal experiences living with mental health issues and/or substance use disorders.
There are over 150+ WARMLINES throughout the country! Each organization has different hours of operation, some only accept in-state calls while others operate nationwide and will take calls from anywhere. Most are English speaking but there are a growing number of organizations that offer non-English speaking services.
Until WARMLINE.ORG, there was no easy way to locate all of this information. With the database that we have built, you can easily locate WARMLINES that speak your language and that are OPEN NOW if you need someone to talk to.
For Warmlines that are available to out of state callers
To use FIND A WARM LINE to and find warm line numbers by state, by the language spoken, use the link below.
https://www.warmline.org
LifeRing Secular Recovery
24 Hour Recovery Chat Room
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.
Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.
Chat Room
To enter the 24-hour Chat Room by clicking on the above or using this link: https://meet56243352.adobeconnect.com/r522ss7kd94t/.
A chat registration screen will first appear. Enter your personalized screenname to enter the room. This chat room is sometimes not hosted so be cautious of whom you are talking to and never give out any personal information.
For Guidelines on chat room rules, download the LifeRing Document
For help, email [email protected]
LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY
Addiction Recovery Peer Support · Online Meetings
“The Opposite of Addiction is a LifeRing Connection”
All are welcome — open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs.
FIND A MEETING
LifeRing Online Meeting Finder — 110 Virtual Recovery Meetings
Join one of 110 virtual addiction recovery meetings — seven days a week, morning through late night Pacific Time. Meetings run daily for every schedule and time zone, with options for women, LGBTQIA+ members, co-occurring disorders, newcomers, trauma survivors, veterans, frontline workers, and friends and family. Use the filters to find a meeting by day, time, format, or audience, then join directly online at no cost — no registration required.
Use This Link To Find A Meeting That Fits You!
: https://meetings.lifering.org/meetings/
Meetings run seven days a week in Pacific Time. Sample daily schedule times (PT): early mornings from 3:00 AM PT · mid-mornings from 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT · afternoons from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT · evenings from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT · late night through midnight PT. All times shown in Pacific Time on the meeting finder.
Meeting formats include: How Was Your Week · Topic Meeting · Workbook Meeting · Chat Meeting · Focus Meeting · Co-Occurring Disorder Meeting · Friends & Family Meeting · LifeRing 101.
Meeting times and availability are subject to change. Verify current schedule on the meeting finder before attending.
THE LIFERING EXPERIENCE
Connection and Community
The LifeRing approach works mainly by bringing people together. The main purpose of LifeRing meetings is to reinforce the desire to get sober that lives within each of us.
LifeRing recovery meetings exist not to judge, shame, or guilt anyone — they exist to support building a sober present and future.
LifeRing is uncompromising about the need for abstinence, but very flexible about how to get there and stay there. Only one step is asked: don’t drink or use, no matter what. Sobriety becomes the priority, and the community supports making any changes necessary toward that end.
THE LIFERING 3-S PHILOSOPHY
Sobriety · Abstinence from alcohol and other addictive drugs, unless medically indicated and prescribed. LifeRing supports medically-assisted recovery as a decision between patients and their treatment providers.
Secularity · Out of respect for people of all faiths and none, LifeRing conducts meetings in a secular way — no prayer or religious content.
Self-Empowerment · Recovery is based on self-empowerment, motivation, and individual efforts. Each person decides what works and builds their sobriety on that foundation.
ONLINE COMMUNITY & RESOURCES
LifeRing Community Forum
Share experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas with others in recovery. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE — LifeRing Community Forum
ePals — Private Email Recovery Support
Connect one-on-one with a supportive LifeRing member via private email to discuss recovery questions and share experiences. FREE — LifeRing ePals Program
eGroups — Sober Community Email Groups
Connect with others through moderated email lists for sober conversation, photos, and activities that support a substance-free life. FREE — LifeRing eGroups
Recovery Toolbox
Explore tools, strategies, and resources for lasting sobriety — including guides for building a personal recovery plan. FREE — LifeRing Recovery Toolbox
LifeRing Podcasts
Listen to 21 podcast episodes featuring LifeRing members, advocates, and recovery stories covering secular recovery, multiple pathways, trauma, and the 3-S philosophy. Available on demand · FREE — LifeRing Podcast Library
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
LifeRing Secular Recovery Website — Main website · meetings, resources, news, and community tools
Multiple Pathways Resource Page — Community members share additional recovery resources and options
LifeRing Crisis Resources — Immediate mental health and substance use crisis support
Email: [email protected] — Contact LifeRing directly with questions about meetings or recovery support
ABOUT LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support — because there are as many ways to live free of drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people. Founded in 1992 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Hayward, California, LifeRing has more than 30 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular, and self-directed recovery pathways through meetings and peer support communities. LifeRing has earned its third consecutive Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, and [VERIFY: add one key impact statistic — e.g., number of active members, meetings held per year, or countries served — when available from LifeRing.]
DISCLAIMER:
All LifeRing services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy and is not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use crises, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.
SMART RECOVERY
Online Support Meetings & On-Demand Resources
Self-Management and Recovery Training · Science-Based · Stigma-Free · Secular
“Helping people gain independence from any problematic addictive behavior — through self-empowerment, science, and community.”
SMART Recovery Online Meetings
Free Online Meetings Available Every Day of the Week — Find Yours in Seconds
SMART Recovery offers over 290 free, confidential online and hybrid support meetings within the United States seven days a week, with additional meetings available in Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and more than 20 other countries worldwide. Meetings are facilitated by trained volunteers and guided by evidence-based tools drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). No labels, no steps, no higher power required — just practical tools and real mutual support.
Use the SMART Recovery Meeting Finder (SMARTfinder) to search by program type, audience, day of the week, and language. Meeting start times are automatically displayed in your local time zone. All meetings are open, free, and require no registration.
International meetings also available: Canada · Australia · United Kingdom · Rest of World
SMART Recovery Podcast — On-Demand Audio
165 Free Episodes · Available 24 Hours a Day · 7 Days a Week
Explore more than 165 free podcast episodes featuring researchers, clinicians, peer recovery specialists, and people with lived experience. Topics include medication-assisted recovery, psychedelic-assisted therapy, family recovery, problem gambling, BIPOC community support, veteran recovery, and the science behind behavior change. New episodes are published regularly. No account required — listen anytime, anywhere.
Listen free at SMART Recovery Podcast · Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
SMART Recovery YouTube Channel — On-Demand Video Library
240 Free Videos · Available 24 Hours a Day · 7 Days a Week
The SMART Recovery YouTube channel features more than 240 free on-demand videos including facilitator training tips, recovery tool demonstrations, personal recovery stories, recorded webinars, and educational content for individuals and families. All content is publicly accessible with no login or membership required.
Watch free at SMART Recovery YouTube Channel · Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
Additional Resources
SMART Recovery Main Website — Main website with program information, tools, and meeting resources.
SMART Recovery 4-Point Program Toolbox — Free worksheets and CBT-based tools supporting all four points of the recovery program.
SMART Recovery Family & Friends Program — Dedicated resources, meetings, and tools for family members and loved ones.
SMART Recovery Frequently Asked Questions — Answers about how SMART works, who it is for, and meeting verifications.
SMART Recovery International — Global Meetings — Locate meetings in countries worldwide.
About SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery — Self-Management and Recovery Training — is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1994, with more than 30 years of experience helping people gain independence from addictive behaviors. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities through a self-empowering, science-informed approach to recovery. Recognized by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the American Academy of Family Physicians, and other leading health authorities, SMART helps more than one million people each year through free meetings held in over 20 countries.
DISCLAIMER: Information is solely shared as a courtesy. Not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care
A WARMLINE is staffed with Peer Specialists who can offer hope, strength, and knowledge gained from their own personal experiences living with mental health issues and/or substance use disorders.
There are over 150+ WARMLINES throughout the country! Each organization has different hours of operation, some only accept in-state calls while others operate nationwide and will take calls from anywhere. Most are English speaking but there are a growing number of organizations that offer non-English speaking services.
Until WARMLINE.ORG, there was no easy way to locate all of this information. With the database that we have built, you can easily locate WARMLINES that speak your language and that are OPEN NOW if you need someone to talk to.
For Warmlines that are available to out of state callers
To use FIND A WARM LINE to and find warm line numbers by state, by the language spoken, use the link below.
https://www.warmline.org
LifeRing Secular Recovery
24 Hour Recovery Chat Room
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.
Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.
Chat Room
To enter the 24-hour Chat Room by clicking on the above or using this link: https://meet56243352.adobeconnect.com/r522ss7kd94t/.
A chat registration screen will first appear. Enter your personalized screenname to enter the room. This chat room is sometimes not hosted so be cautious of whom you are talking to and never give out any personal information.
For Guidelines on chat room rules, download the LifeRing Document
For help, email [email protected]
LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY
Addiction Recovery Peer Support · Online Meetings
“The Opposite of Addiction is a LifeRing Connection”
All are welcome — open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs.
FIND A MEETING
LifeRing Online Meeting Finder — 110 Virtual Recovery Meetings
Join one of 110 virtual addiction recovery meetings — seven days a week, morning through late night Pacific Time. Meetings run daily for every schedule and time zone, with options for women, LGBTQIA+ members, co-occurring disorders, newcomers, trauma survivors, veterans, frontline workers, and friends and family. Use the filters to find a meeting by day, time, format, or audience, then join directly online at no cost — no registration required.
Use This Link To Find A Meeting That Fits You!
: https://meetings.lifering.org/meetings/
Meetings run seven days a week in Pacific Time. Sample daily schedule times (PT): early mornings from 3:00 AM PT · mid-mornings from 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT · afternoons from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT · evenings from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT · late night through midnight PT. All times shown in Pacific Time on the meeting finder.
Meeting formats include: How Was Your Week · Topic Meeting · Workbook Meeting · Chat Meeting · Focus Meeting · Co-Occurring Disorder Meeting · Friends & Family Meeting · LifeRing 101.
Meeting times and availability are subject to change. Verify current schedule on the meeting finder before attending.
THE LIFERING EXPERIENCE
Connection and Community
The LifeRing approach works mainly by bringing people together. The main purpose of LifeRing meetings is to reinforce the desire to get sober that lives within each of us.
LifeRing recovery meetings exist not to judge, shame, or guilt anyone — they exist to support building a sober present and future.
LifeRing is uncompromising about the need for abstinence, but very flexible about how to get there and stay there. Only one step is asked: don’t drink or use, no matter what. Sobriety becomes the priority, and the community supports making any changes necessary toward that end.
THE LIFERING 3-S PHILOSOPHY
Sobriety · Abstinence from alcohol and other addictive drugs, unless medically indicated and prescribed. LifeRing supports medically-assisted recovery as a decision between patients and their treatment providers.
Secularity · Out of respect for people of all faiths and none, LifeRing conducts meetings in a secular way — no prayer or religious content.
Self-Empowerment · Recovery is based on self-empowerment, motivation, and individual efforts. Each person decides what works and builds their sobriety on that foundation.
ONLINE COMMUNITY & RESOURCES
LifeRing Community Forum
Share experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas with others in recovery. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE — LifeRing Community Forum
ePals — Private Email Recovery Support
Connect one-on-one with a supportive LifeRing member via private email to discuss recovery questions and share experiences. FREE — LifeRing ePals Program
eGroups — Sober Community Email Groups
Connect with others through moderated email lists for sober conversation, photos, and activities that support a substance-free life. FREE — LifeRing eGroups
Recovery Toolbox
Explore tools, strategies, and resources for lasting sobriety — including guides for building a personal recovery plan. FREE — LifeRing Recovery Toolbox
LifeRing Podcasts
Listen to 21 podcast episodes featuring LifeRing members, advocates, and recovery stories covering secular recovery, multiple pathways, trauma, and the 3-S philosophy. Available on demand · FREE — LifeRing Podcast Library
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
LifeRing Secular Recovery Website — Main website · meetings, resources, news, and community tools
Multiple Pathways Resource Page — Community members share additional recovery resources and options
LifeRing Crisis Resources — Immediate mental health and substance use crisis support
Email: [email protected] — Contact LifeRing directly with questions about meetings or recovery support
ABOUT LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support — because there are as many ways to live free of drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people. Founded in 1992 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Hayward, California, LifeRing has more than 30 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular, and self-directed recovery pathways through meetings and peer support communities. LifeRing has earned its third consecutive Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, and [VERIFY: add one key impact statistic — e.g., number of active members, meetings held per year, or countries served — when available from LifeRing.]
DISCLAIMER:
All LifeRing services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy and is not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use crises, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.
SMART RECOVERY
Online Support Meetings & On-Demand Resources
Self-Management and Recovery Training · Science-Based · Stigma-Free · Secular
“Helping people gain independence from any problematic addictive behavior — through self-empowerment, science, and community.”
SMART Recovery Online Meetings
Free Online Meetings Available Every Day of the Week — Find Yours in Seconds
SMART Recovery offers over 290 free, confidential online and hybrid support meetings within the United States seven days a week, with additional meetings available in Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and more than 20 other countries worldwide. Meetings are facilitated by trained volunteers and guided by evidence-based tools drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). No labels, no steps, no higher power required — just practical tools and real mutual support.
Use the SMART Recovery Meeting Finder (SMARTfinder) to search by program type, audience, day of the week, and language. Meeting start times are automatically displayed in your local time zone. All meetings are open, free, and require no registration.
International meetings also available: Canada · Australia · United Kingdom · Rest of World
SMART Recovery Podcast — On-Demand Audio
165 Free Episodes · Available 24 Hours a Day · 7 Days a Week
Explore more than 165 free podcast episodes featuring researchers, clinicians, peer recovery specialists, and people with lived experience. Topics include medication-assisted recovery, psychedelic-assisted therapy, family recovery, problem gambling, BIPOC community support, veteran recovery, and the science behind behavior change. New episodes are published regularly. No account required — listen anytime, anywhere.
Listen free at SMART Recovery Podcast · Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
SMART Recovery YouTube Channel — On-Demand Video Library
240 Free Videos · Available 24 Hours a Day · 7 Days a Week
The SMART Recovery YouTube channel features more than 240 free on-demand videos including facilitator training tips, recovery tool demonstrations, personal recovery stories, recorded webinars, and educational content for individuals and families. All content is publicly accessible with no login or membership required.
Watch free at SMART Recovery YouTube Channel · Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.
Additional Resources
SMART Recovery Main Website — Main website with program information, tools, and meeting resources.
SMART Recovery 4-Point Program Toolbox — Free worksheets and CBT-based tools supporting all four points of the recovery program.
SMART Recovery Family & Friends Program — Dedicated resources, meetings, and tools for family members and loved ones.
SMART Recovery Frequently Asked Questions — Answers about how SMART works, who it is for, and meeting verifications.
SMART Recovery International — Global Meetings — Locate meetings in countries worldwide.
About SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery — Self-Management and Recovery Training — is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1994, with more than 30 years of experience helping people gain independence from addictive behaviors. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities through a self-empowering, science-informed approach to recovery. Recognized by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the American Academy of Family Physicians, and other leading health authorities, SMART helps more than one million people each year through free meetings held in over 20 countries.
DISCLAIMER: Information is solely shared as a courtesy. Not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care
BIPOC Only (Black, Indigenous, People of Color)
Recovery Meeting
Sundays 7:00AM – 8:00AM PST
Any and all who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color) are welcome at this meeting. We are excited to have you join our online sangha and foster the relationships that will lead us to deeper understanding and freedom.
Please email for Zoom info: [email protected]
About Book Study Meetings
“Book Study” is the standard format for Recovery Dharma meetings, featuring a reading from the Recovery Dharma Book to inspire shares:
- Introductory readings about RD’s practices and principles
- 20 minute guided meditation
- Book reading on a specific topic
- Group sharing about that topic, the meditation, or our recovery
- Closing announcements and dedication of merit
Virtual Parking Lot: As with all meetings, we stay online after the meeting for casual fellowship, to exchange contact information and to answer questions.
Please arrive early: Please join us 15 minutes before the meeting to ensure you have everything setup and to socialize before we start!
Meeting Materials
Please see the meeting format for a full script of what happens at this meeting!
Confidentiality
Everything seen and heard in Recovery Dharma meetings is strictly private and confidential.
Name and contact info: Zoom should ask you for your name the first time you log in. Be careful to use the name you would like to be visible during the meeting. You may also change your name during the meeting using the meeting settings.
Audio and video: Attendees are able to share their webcam video and audio if they would like to, or disable one or both for privacy.
This is a safe space ONLY for people who racially identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color.
For the safety and protection of this group, we ask that you have your video on at the beginning of every meeting to verify your identity before being admitted into the virtual healing space. This is a safe space for people who racially identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color.
If for some reason you are unable to use the video, because you are at work, or it doesn’t work, or for another reason, please let the facilitator or a co-host know through the chat feature. You will be placed in a waiting room while other participants are being screened and admitted. You will need to be able to find a place to use the video at least briefly before being admitted into the meeting. If you are someone who presents as white but feels that you belong in this space, you may be asked questions on how racism personally affects your life.
If there is no response when asked to turn on your video and/or audio and no response through the chat, you will be respectively removed from this meeting. We are creating a safe space where people can share their recovery authentically and confidentially.
If you do NOT identify as a part of our BIPOC community and are an ally, the best way that you can support us is by leaving the meeting now and honoring our sacred space. If you are someone who presents as white but feels that you belong in this space, please acknowledge this when it comes time for introductions so that we can welcome you as someone who personally experiences racism in your daily life.
If you are calling in, we ask that you unmute and introduce yourself during the introduction part of the meeting.
To protect the safety of our group, we will not admit latecomers who arrive 15 minutes past the start of the meeting. We encourage you to arrive early to allow time for verifying your identity.
If you have a Security or Safety concern at any time during the meeting, please use the Chat feature to alert the facilitator or a co-host.
Thank you.
“Back To Life”
12 Step Focused, FA Literature, Open Discussion
(Open meeting)
Sundays 12pm-1pm
Zoom Link
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89027346552?pwd=AmRMF4zpTvijqf2QtTgK3G97vtxPYl.1
PW: BTL**
All Are Welcome
Fentanyl Anonymous (FA) is a safe haven for all seeking freedom from the grips of addiction. Here, we embrace the understanding that addiction knows no boundaries, affecting individuals from all walks of life and manifesting in various forms. Whether your struggle lies with Fentanyl, opioids, or any other substance, you are warmly welcomed into our inclusive community. At FA, we recognize that the path to recovery is unique for each individual, and we honor the diversity of experiences that bring us together. No matter where you are in your journey, know that you are among friends who understand and support you without judgment. Together, we embark on a shared journey of healing, growth, and empowerment.
SMART RECOVERY
General Beginners Meeting
Sundays 4:00 PM TO 5:00 PM PST
Cost: Free, no registration required
Program: 4-Point / Standard
SMART Recovery’s 4-Point Program is the organization’s flagship secular program serving those with an addictive behavior, including both substance and activity/process addictions. Trained volunteer facilitators lead effective mutual support group discussions on these topics:
- Building and maintaining motivation
- Coping with urges and cravings
- Managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
- Living a balanced life
Related tools consistent with evidence-based motivational and cognitive behavioral theories are also offered and discussed.
Specific audiences: All Welcome
Anyone fitting the purpose of the above program is welcome to join the meeting. Please read the program description to make sure it’s the right meeting for you.
Languages spoken: English
SMART RECOVERY
4-Point Standard Meeting
SATURDAYS 10:00 PM TO 11:00 PM PST
Cost: Free, no registration required
Program: 4-Point / Standard
SMART Recovery’s 4-Point Program is the organization’s flagship secular program serving those with an addictive behavior, including both substance and activity/process addictions. Trained volunteer facilitators lead effective mutual support group discussions on these topics:
- Building and maintaining motivation
- Coping with urges and cravings
- Managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
- Living a balanced life
Related tools consistent with evidence-based motivational and cognitive behavioral theories are also offered and discussed.
Specific audiences: All Welcome
Anyone fitting the purpose of the above program is welcome to join the meeting. Please read the program description to make sure it’s the right meeting for you.
Languages spoken: English
LifeRing Canada Online
Peer Support Recovery Meetings
“Non-Judgmental Peer Support”
PEER SUPPORT MEETINGS
LifeRing Canada Online — How Was Your Week? Meetings
Meets every Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday · 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT · via Zoom · FREE
Connect with peers in a confidential, judgment-free space for honest conversations about your recovery journey. LifeRing welcomes people of all cultures, identities, faiths, and none to gather together and support each other’s substance-free journeys.
Each session is led by a trained Convenor — a volunteer who is personally in recovery. After a short opening, the Convenor asks the theme question, “How Was Your Week?” Participants take turns sharing recovery successes and challenges from the past week, and any concerns for the week ahead. Dialogue, feedback, and mutual support are encouraged after each share.
Meetings are confidential — what is said and who attends stays in the room. There is no requirement to label or identify yourself. Use of “I” statements is encouraged. All recovery paths are respected; everyone’s journey is unique.
Meetings are free of charge. Voluntary donations to cover Zoom and operating costs are welcome. Attendance can be credited by courts and treatment programs.
Join directly at
LifeRing Canada Online Meeting Via Zoom.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
LifeRing Canada Website — Main website with meeting information, philosophy, and resources for recovery
LifeRing Canada Meeting Schedule — Full schedule of online and in-person meetings across Canada
LifeRing Canada Newsletter Sign-Up — Receive updates on meetings, events, and recovery resources
LifeRing Canada Facebook Group — Connect with the LifeRing Canada peer community online
LifeRing International — International meeting calendar and additional recovery resources
ABOUT LIFERING CANADA
LifeRing Secular Recovery Society Canada is a British Columbia-registered not-for-profit and federally registered charitable organization. First brought to Canada in 2005, and established as a Canadian charitable society in 2008, LifeRing Canada has more than 16 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular peer support for people at all stages of substance use recovery. Built on three core principles — Sobriety, Secularity, and Self-Empowerment — LifeRing Canada believes every person has the power to reclaim their life, and provides a supportive community to help them do it.
DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. Not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use emergencies, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.
A WARMLINE is staffed with Peer Specialists who can offer hope, strength, and knowledge gained from their own personal experiences living with mental health issues and/or substance use disorders.
There are over 150+ WARMLINES throughout the country! Each organization has different hours of operation, some only accept in-state calls while others operate nationwide and will take calls from anywhere. Most are English speaking but there are a growing number of organizations that offer non-English speaking services.
Until WARMLINE.ORG, there was no easy way to locate all of this information. With the database that we have built, you can easily locate WARMLINES that speak your language and that are OPEN NOW if you need someone to talk to.
For Warmlines that are available to out of state callers
To use FIND A WARM LINE to and find warm line numbers by state, by the language spoken, use the link below.
https://www.warmline.org
LifeRing Secular Recovery
24 Hour Recovery Chat Room
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.
Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.
Chat Room
To enter the 24-hour Chat Room by clicking on the above or using this link: https://meet56243352.adobeconnect.com/r522ss7kd94t/.
A chat registration screen will first appear. Enter your personalized screenname to enter the room. This chat room is sometimes not hosted so be cautious of whom you are talking to and never give out any personal information.
For Guidelines on chat room rules, download the LifeRing Document
For help, email [email protected]
LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY
Addiction Recovery Peer Support · Online Meetings
“The Opposite of Addiction is a LifeRing Connection”
All are welcome — open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking or using drugs.
FIND A MEETING
LifeRing Online Meeting Finder — 110 Virtual Recovery Meetings
Join one of 110 virtual addiction recovery meetings — seven days a week, morning through late night Pacific Time. Meetings run daily for every schedule and time zone, with options for women, LGBTQIA+ members, co-occurring disorders, newcomers, trauma survivors, veterans, frontline workers, and friends and family. Use the filters to find a meeting by day, time, format, or audience, then join directly online at no cost — no registration required.
Use This Link To Find A Meeting That Fits You!
: https://meetings.lifering.org/meetings/
Meetings run seven days a week in Pacific Time. Sample daily schedule times (PT): early mornings from 3:00 AM PT · mid-mornings from 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT · afternoons from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT · evenings from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT · late night through midnight PT. All times shown in Pacific Time on the meeting finder.
Meeting formats include: How Was Your Week · Topic Meeting · Workbook Meeting · Chat Meeting · Focus Meeting · Co-Occurring Disorder Meeting · Friends & Family Meeting · LifeRing 101.
Meeting times and availability are subject to change. Verify current schedule on the meeting finder before attending.
THE LIFERING EXPERIENCE
Connection and Community
The LifeRing approach works mainly by bringing people together. The main purpose of LifeRing meetings is to reinforce the desire to get sober that lives within each of us.
LifeRing recovery meetings exist not to judge, shame, or guilt anyone — they exist to support building a sober present and future.
LifeRing is uncompromising about the need for abstinence, but very flexible about how to get there and stay there. Only one step is asked: don’t drink or use, no matter what. Sobriety becomes the priority, and the community supports making any changes necessary toward that end.
THE LIFERING 3-S PHILOSOPHY
Sobriety · Abstinence from alcohol and other addictive drugs, unless medically indicated and prescribed. LifeRing supports medically-assisted recovery as a decision between patients and their treatment providers.
Secularity · Out of respect for people of all faiths and none, LifeRing conducts meetings in a secular way — no prayer or religious content.
Self-Empowerment · Recovery is based on self-empowerment, motivation, and individual efforts. Each person decides what works and builds their sobriety on that foundation.
ONLINE COMMUNITY & RESOURCES
LifeRing Community Forum
Share experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas with others in recovery. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE — LifeRing Community Forum
ePals — Private Email Recovery Support
Connect one-on-one with a supportive LifeRing member via private email to discuss recovery questions and share experiences. FREE — LifeRing ePals Program
eGroups — Sober Community Email Groups
Connect with others through moderated email lists for sober conversation, photos, and activities that support a substance-free life. FREE — LifeRing eGroups
Recovery Toolbox
Explore tools, strategies, and resources for lasting sobriety — including guides for building a personal recovery plan. FREE — LifeRing Recovery Toolbox
LifeRing Podcasts
Listen to 21 podcast episodes featuring LifeRing members, advocates, and recovery stories covering secular recovery, multiple pathways, trauma, and the 3-S philosophy. Available on demand · FREE — LifeRing Podcast Library
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
LifeRing Secular Recovery Website — Main website · meetings, resources, news, and community tools
Multiple Pathways Resource Page — Community members share additional recovery resources and options
LifeRing Crisis Resources — Immediate mental health and substance use crisis support
Email: [email protected] — Contact LifeRing directly with questions about meetings or recovery support
ABOUT LIFERING SECULAR RECOVERY
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support — because there are as many ways to live free of drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people. Founded in 1992 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Hayward, California, LifeRing has more than 30 years of experience providing abstinence-based, secular, and self-directed recovery pathways through meetings and peer support communities. LifeRing has earned its third consecutive Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, and [VERIFY: add one key impact statistic — e.g., number of active members, meetings held per year, or countries served — when available from LifeRing.]
DISCLAIMER:
All LifeRing services are confidential and completely free. Information is shared solely as a courtesy and is not a substitute for legal advice, professional treatment, or emergency services. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health or substance use crises, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Seek guidance from a qualified medical or mental health professional for personalized care.