Moms for All Paths to Recovery (MAP)

Follow this link to Join

* We support Harm Reduction (meeting people where they’re at).

Call the helpline and put yourself on the path to recovery. Get private, confidential help from trusted professionals day and night.

1-844-289-0879

The National Drug Hotline at (844) 289-0879 is available 24/7 throughout the year. You can call for yourself or your loved one. Seeking help for yourself or a friend or family member can make a big difference.

Your call is always free and 100% confidential, with a trusted advisor who has helped many people just like you. Call for yourself or a loved one. We remain open day and night, 365 days a year to ensure we are there when you are ready to seek help. Call (844) 289-0879 or continue to browse our website for more information.

Increasing Outreach to Teens

​Teens are more connected than ever ​before and the Boys Town National Hotline^® at 800-448-3000 is right there with them.

In addition to calling, teens can now text VOICE to 20121 or email [email protected] any day, any time to speak with a trained counselor.

Online resources are also available at yourlifeyourvoice.org.

Oregon Recovery Center Hotline

Reach out.

We’re here for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Oregon Recovery Center Hotline is a free and confidential statewide resource that can connect you to harm reduction, treatment, recovery, and supportive services.

Call Now – (833) 975 – 0505
or
Use this Link For Live Chat
https://orrecoverycenterhotline.org/

Connecting you to the services you need.

When you call us or chat with us online, you’ll talk to one of our caring, trained Peer Support Specialists. We can help you decide what kind of services you need by asking you a few questions, and we can connect you to them through your local Behavioral Health Resource Network (BHRN). Learn more about the kind of services available to you

Received a fine for possession?

If you received a citation for possessing small amounts of drugs in Oregon (called a “Class E violation”), you can have the fine waived by calling the Oregon Recovery Center Hotline and completing a health assessment.

1. Call us at (833) 975-0505. Our trained Peer Support Specialists will provide a screening for substance use, mental health and other supportive service referrals you might need.

2. Once the screening is complete, we will refer you to appropriate services.

3. We will email you a letter that confirms you have completed the health assessment. Bring it to court to waive your fine.

Harm reduction

Harm reduction saves lives. These services keep people who use drugs, like fentanyl or alcohol, safe by offering non-judgmental care that improves their quality of life and health, prevents and manages injury and disease, and prevents fatal overdoses. Harm reduction honors the dignity and wellbeing of each person.

Treatment

Treatment combines medical care, like supporting people through withdrawal symptoms or starting medication that helps with cravings, with services that help you learn coping skills. Treatment can happen in an inpatient or outpatient setting, and you and your treatment provider decide together what kind of treatment is right for you.

Recovery

Being in recovery means making changes over time that can help you feel better, live life on your own terms, and work toward reaching your goals. Recovery looks different for everyone and might include medication-assisted treatment, self-help or support groups, recovery coaching, or being part of recovery communities.

Supportive services

A person’s recovery is best supported when they have everything they need to live well. In addition to substance use services, services like housing support, employment assistance, and food insecurity services are also available.

Behavioral Health Resource Networks (BHRNs)

Behavioral Health Resource Networks (BHRNs) are networks of organizations that provide trauma-informed, culturally specific services to people who need treatment and support for substance use concerns. The services they provide include screening for substance use disorder, substance use disorder treatment, harm reduction services, and peer support services. They also screen for health and social service needs, including housing support. Each county and Tribal area in Oregon has at least one BHRN.

ALCOHOL AND DRUG HELPLINE

1 – 800 – 923 – 4357

OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY — OFFICE OF RECOVERY AND RESILIENCE

Peer Leadership Meeting Series · Peer Workforce Engagement

“Ensuring that people with lived and living experience have a strong voice in Oregon’s behavioral health system.”

SHARE YOUR INPUT — PEER LEADERSHIP MEETINGS ARE RETURNING

OHA’s Office of Recovery and Resilience (ORR) is reconvening its Peer Leadership Meeting series — and your voice matters in shaping how it comes back. ORR works to ensure that people with lived and living experience of mental health and addiction challenges have meaningful influence within Oregon’s behavioral health system.

The Peer Leadership meetings are a space where ORR and the peer workforce come together for education and information sharing. A once-monthly, 50-minute virtual meeting is anticipated to restart in Summer 2026.

All peers, certified peers, peer leaders, and people with lived and living experience are welcome and encouraged to participate.

TAKE THE SURVEY

Help shape the meeting schedule by completing a short survey about the best day and time to attend. Survey deadline: May 31, 2026.

Complete the survey: Survey Link

Survey link to be confirmed — contact Hilary Harrison at [email protected] to verify the direct URL.

WHO IS WELCOME

Open to all peers · certified peers · peer leaders · Family Support Specialists · peer support specialists of any kind · and anyone with lived and living experience of mental health or addiction challenges.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Oregon Health Authority — Office of Recovery and Resilience — Learn more about ORR’s peer workforce programs and behavioral health initiatives.

Questions? Contact Hilary Harrison: [email protected]

ABOUT OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY — OFFICE OF RECOVERY AND RESILIENCE

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is Oregon’s primary state health agency, working to achieve a healthy, safe, and equitable Oregon for all. Within OHA, the Office of Recovery and Resilience (ORR) is dedicated to ensuring that individuals with lived and living experience of mental health and addiction challenges have a meaningful and sustained voice within Oregon’s behavioral health system. ORR supports peer-delivered services and peer workforce development across the state.

DISCLAIMER: Information is shared as a courtesy only. Not a substitute for professional treatment, legal advice, 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.

NATIONAL MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH — MAY 2026

Honor · Respect · Thank — Veterans · Service Members · Military Families

“Every member of our military community — past, present, and their families — deserves recognition, connection, and support.”

PEER SUPPORT & COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Vets4Warriors — Peer Support Helpline & Ongoing One-on-One Connection

Vets4Warriors is staffed by veterans and military community members who provide immediate, confidential, ongoing peer support to every member of the U.S. military community — service members, veterans, National Guard, Reservists, and their families. Because peers have lived the military experience, they offer a level of understanding that is nearly impossible to find elsewhere. All conversations are 100% confidential under HIPAA. Vets4Warriors is completely independent from the VA and military, so nothing discussed can ever impact status, clearance, or benefits.

Vets4Warriors does not operate scheduled group meetings — instead, it provides on-demand, one-on-one peer connection through multiple channels, available any time of day or night:

• Phone: Call 1-855-838-8255 — a peer is available to speak with you right now, 24 hours a day · 7 days a week
• Request a Callback: Submit a callback request at vets4warriors.com/talk-to-us — a peer will call you back at your preferred time
• Live Chat: Chat online with a peer at vets4warriors.com/talk-to-us — available 24/7 · Platform: web-based chat on the Vets4Warriors website
• Email: Reach out at [email protected] — responses provided by veteran peers · No time limit on ongoing email support

No registration required to connect. Learn more and access all contact options at Vets4Warriors — Talk to Us.

Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) — Virtual Peer Support Groups

WWP Peer Support Groups are small, warrior-led groups of approximately 10–15 participants that meet to share experiences, discuss personal challenges, and provide mutual support — led entirely by trained warrior volunteers with no therapists or clinicians present. Groups meet one to two hours per session and can be co-ed, all-male, or all-female. Virtual groups are available nationwide and are accessible to all registered WWP warriors and family members at no cost. WWP does not publish a centralized public schedule of virtual group times and Zoom links — group access is provided through two member-only channels:

• The Post (Weekly E-Newsletter): Registered warriors receive The Post each week, which includes a link to the current event schedule. Search ‘peer support group’ and filter for virtual listings to find all-virtual groups and their meeting times.
• MyWWP® App and Web Portal: The MyWWP member portal (available to all registered warriors and family members) lists all current virtual group schedules, meeting links, and registration details. Platform: Zoom (access provided through MyWWP or The Post event schedule link). Access the portal at MyWWP — Wounded Warrior Project.
• WWP Resource Center: Call 888-WWP-ALUM (888-997-2586), Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM ET (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM PT) — staff can connect you directly to a virtual group that fits your schedule and needs.

Registration with WWP is required to participate. WWP supports post-9/11 veterans and service members who incurred a physical or mental injury, illness, or wound in service on or after September 11, 2001, as well as their family members and caregivers. Register and learn more at WWP Peer Support Groups · Register at WWP Registration Page.

Blue Star Families — Blue Star Support Circles (Virtual Cohorts)

Blue Star Support Circles is a free, structured eight-week virtual program — not a drop-in support group — designed for family members, friends, and supporters of veterans and service members who want to learn how to recognize and respond to early signs of mental health crisis. Each cohort (group of up to 15 participants) meets once per week for one hour over eight consecutive weeks, working through evidence-based curriculum with mental health experts covering crisis recognition, safe intervention, lethal means safety, and peer-to-peer support skills. Participants also receive free firearm locks and medicine safes.

• Format: Eight-week virtual course · One hour per week · Platform: Zoom · Cohort size: up to 15 participants per group
• Who Can Participate: Any family member, friend, or supporter of a veteran or service member — veterans themselves are also welcome. Open to all eras of service.
• How to Join: Complete the eligibility pre-survey on the Blue Star Support Circles page. A Blue Star Families team member will then contact you to confirm eligibility, discuss your availability, and place you in an upcoming cohort. Specific cohort start dates and meeting times are scheduled individually based on participant availability.
• Registration: Complete the interest form at Blue Star Support Circles — Upstream Solutions to Crisis. For questions, contact Heather Diehl, Director of Peer Support and Suicide Prevention Programs, at [email protected].

Blue Star Families also offers Blue Star Caregivers — virtual cohort-based peer support groups for military and veteran caregivers, focusing on self-care, resource sharing, and peer connection. Groups of 10–20 caregivers meet in virtual cohorts at select times throughout the year. Learn more at Blue Star Families — Caregiver Support.

American Red Cross — Military & Veteran Caregiver Network (MVCN) Virtual Programs

The MVCN offers multiple free recurring virtual support programs for military and veteran caregivers of all eras — including family members and friends serving as unpaid caregivers. All programs are free. Register for each event individually via Eventbrite or the MVCN Event Calendar. For questions, contact [email protected]. Access the full calendar at MVCN Event Calendar · Caregiver calendar short link: tinyurl.com/mpssvvp8.

Sharing the Journey — Online Peer Support Group · Platform: Zoom (computer, mobile device, or phone) · Recurring multiple dates · Registration closes 15 minutes before start time · A safe, drop-in peer support group where military and veteran caregivers come together for encouragement and mutual support — flexible and informal, join for all or part of the session. Open to nonpaid, nonprofessional family caregivers and friends. Register at: Sharing the Journey — Eventbrite.

Caregiver Chat — Live Text-Based Support · Platform: Slack (MVCN.slack.com · channel: red-cross-mvcn-caregiver-channel · accessible from PC or Slack mobile app) · Recurring multiple dates · Registration closes 1 hour before start time · A real-time, text-only peer chat for caregivers in a private, supportive space — share experiences, ask questions, and uplift one another. Open to nonpaid, nonprofessional family caregivers and friends. Register at: Caregiver Chat — Eventbrite.

Grupo de Apoyo en Español para Cuidadores de Militares y Veteranos — Spanish-Language Support Group · Platform: Zoom (computadora, dispositivo móvil, o teléfono) · Recurring multiple dates · Free virtual support groups for Spanish-speaking military and veteran caregivers, facilitated by trained native Spanish-speaking volunteer caregivers. Flexible and informal — join for all or part of the session. Open to nonpaid, nonprofessional family caregivers and friends. For more information: [email protected] · Register at: Grupo de Apoyo en Español — Eventbrite.

Wellbeing YOU — Weekly Wellness Email Program · Format: Email delivery (not a live virtual session) · Recurring weekly · Register once to receive a 10–15-minute mindfulness and wellness practice delivered to your inbox each week — designed to reduce stress and support whole health. Practice the skills throughout the week at your own pace. Register at: Wellbeing YOU — Eventbrite.

Your Life and Your Health Matters — Caregiver Wellness Workshop · Platform: Zoom · [VERIFY: confirm May 2026 session dates and times PT at the MVCN Event Calendar] · An interactive virtual workshop adapted from the VA’s Taking Charge of My Life and Health program — exploring the Circle of Health, mindful awareness, relationships, movement, nutrition, and rest. Open to nonpaid, nonprofessional family caregivers. Register via the MVCN Event Calendar.

Access the MVCN secure online community for caregivers 24/7 at MVCN Online Community.

Veteran Spouse Network (VSN) — Virtual Educational Events & Peer Support

The Veteran Spouse Network (VSN), operated by the University of Texas at Austin, offers free recurring virtual events for military and veteran spouses, partners, family members, caregivers, and veterans — including expert-led educational seminars, peer-led social connection groups, and one-on-one peer support. All events are free and hosted on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite for each event. For questions: [email protected].

EmpowerEd — Expert-Led Educational Seminar Series · Platform: Zoom · Recurring multiple dates · Topic-driven seminars led by subject matter experts, equipping military and veteran families with practical information and trusted resources. Open to all members of the military and veteran-connected community. Most sessions are followed by an optional separate peer discussion event, Let’s Talk About It (registration separate). Upcoming confirmed session:

Navigating VA Claims with Confidence — Medical Evidence & Advocacy · Platform: Zoom · Recurring multiple dates · Presented by Dr. Marshall Bahr, MD, MBA — Founder and CEO of Xterra Health, Army Ranger, and Special Operations Combat Medic veteran. This session demystifies the role of medical evidence in VA disability claims, including what makes evidence effective, differences between diagnosis, treatment, and causation opinions, and how spouses and caregivers can strengthen a veteran’s claim. Practical strategies for organizing medical records are included. Open to all military and veteran-connected community members. Register at: Navigating VA Claims with Confidence — Eventbrite.

Night Owls — Evening Peer Connection (Social Club) · Platform: Zoom · Recurring multiple dates · An informal, peer-led evening drop-in session for military and veteran spouses, partners, family members, caregivers, divorcees, and widows/widowers — a relaxed space to connect, unwind, and feel less alone with people who understand military and veteran family life. No agenda required — come as you are. Open to spouses and partners of active-duty and post-service veterans, family members, caregivers, and widows/widowers. Register at: VSN Eventbrite Page (search Night Owls for current dates and times).

My Journey: Caregiving — Panel Discussion (Social Club) · Platform: Zoom · Recurring multiple dates · A heartfelt peer panel where VSN Peer Leaders share personal caregiving journeys — covering topics from supporting loved ones with TBI to managing distance caregiving. A space to listen, learn, and feel understood. Open to spouses, partners, family members, caregivers, widows/widowers, and veterans. Register at: My Journey: Caregiving — Eventbrite.

Peer 2 Peer Connect — One-on-One Support · Format: One-on-one virtual or phone session · Ongoing, not a scheduled group · Pairs military and veteran spouses, partners, and family members with a trained VSN Peer Leader for personalized, individualized support. Connect at: VSN Peer 2 Peer Connect.

View all current VSN events and register at Veteran Spouse Network — Eventbrite. Subscribe to the VSN Newsletter for updates. Learn more at Veteran Spouse Network.

ADDITIONAL VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUPS & MEETINGS

Blue Star Families — Military Spouse Appreciation Week · May 4–10, 2026

Blue Star Families is celebrating Military Spouse Appreciation Week — anchored by Military Spouse Appreciation Day on Friday, May 8, 2026 — with daily giveaways, meaningful surprises, and virtual community events for military spouses nationwide, powered by T-Mobile. Blue Star Families traditionally hosts a free virtual Military Spouse Appreciation Day Town Hall bringing together military spouses, senior military family advocates, and community leaders for recognition, resources, and shared conversation.

• Date: May 4–10, 2026 · Military Spouse Appreciation Day: Friday, May 8, 2026
• Platform: Virtual · [VERIFY: confirm specific event times and registration links as they are published at Blue Star Families Events]
• Who can attend: Military spouses, veteran spouses, committed partners, and military family members — open to all
• Cost: Free
• Follow & Register: Blue Star Families — Military Spouse Appreciation Week · Use #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay and #MilSpouseAppreciationWeek on social media to join the national conversation

VA VISN 12 Mental Health Summit — How VA Chaplains Help Veterans in Recovery

The VA Great Lakes Health Care System (VISN 12) hosts a free virtual Mental Health Summit open to veterans, veteran family members, VA staff, Veteran Service Organizations, community stakeholders, and advocates. The 2026 summit focuses on the role of VA Chaplains in supporting veterans across their recovery journey — featuring Chaplains from across VISN 12.

• Date & Time: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM CT (8:30 AM – 10:00 AM PT)
• Platform: Virtual · [VERIFY: confirm platform and registration link at VA VISN 12 Mental Health Summit]
• Who can attend: Veterans, veteran family members, VA staff, Veteran Service Organizations, community stakeholders and advocates — open to all
• Cost: Free
• Register: VA VISN 12 Mental Health Summit — May 19, 2026

VA National Mental Health Recovery & Wellness Webinar Series — May 2026

The VA’s ongoing monthly virtual webinar series presents the latest advancements in recovery-focused mental health care for veterans, led by leading VA and community researchers and clinicians. Webinars are free and open to VA staff, mental health professionals, and community partners. All sessions are also available on demand after airing.

• Date & Time: Second Tuesday of each month · 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT) · May 2026 session: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
• Platform: Virtual webinar (registration details sent approximately one month before each session)
• Who can attend: VA staff, mental health professionals, and community partners · recordings available on demand to all
• Cost: Free
• Sign up for announcements & access on-demand recordings: VA National Mental Health Recovery & Wellness Webinar Series

TAPS — Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors · Online Peer Support Groups

TAPS provides free, peer-led virtual support groups, workshops, and online community sessions for anyone grieving the death of a military or veteran loved one — including family members, friends, and fellow service members. No matter where you are in your grief journey, TAPS Online Community groups provide a safe space with no pressure to share. Registration is required at least 24 hours before attending your first session.

TAPS Online Peer-Led Groups (Sharing Groups / Virtual Care Groups) · Platform: Zoom · Recurring multiple dates and times throughout the month · Drop-in, peer-led sessions where survivors connect with others walking a similar path. Flexible — attend once or regularly, as often as feels right. Open to anyone grieving the death of a military or veteran loved one, worldwide. Register at: TAPS Online Groups.

TAPS 32nd Annual National Military Survivor Seminar & Good Grief Camp · Arlington, VA (in-person with virtual attendance option) · May 21–25, 2026 · The premier annual gathering for military survivors — workshops on grief, small-group sharing sessions, and connection with peers nationwide. Good Grief Camp runs alongside for bereaved children and youth. Free to attend for survivors. Register at: TAPS National Seminar · 24/7 Survivor Helpline: 800-959-TAPS (8277).

For all TAPS virtual programming and to register, visit TAPS Online Community. Contact: [email protected] · 24/7 helpline: 800-959-TAPS (8277).

SAFE Project — Virtual Veterans All-Recovery Weekly Meeting

A free, weekly nationwide virtual peer support meeting for veterans, active-duty service members, and military family members who have experienced addiction or are on a recovery path. Each one-hour session is facilitated by a licensed clinician with personal and professional experience in the military and veteran community. Sessions open with a brief welcome and orientation, followed by open discussion through guided questions, storytelling, or crowdsourcing of resources — and close with a takeaway summary and one-word checkout. Non-clinical and welcoming at any stage of recovery.

• Schedule: Every Tuesday, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM ET (3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT)
• Platform: Zoom
• Who can attend: Veterans, active-duty service members, and military family members who have experienced addiction or are on a recovery path
• Cost: Free · No registration required — join the recurring Zoom meeting directly
• Register / Join: SAFE Project Virtual Veterans Recovery Meetings

VOA|ReST 4 VETS — Virtual Peer Support for Moral Injury & Resilience (Volunteers of America)

VOA|ReST 4 VETS is a free, confidential virtual peer support program open to all veterans, helping those struggling with moral injury, moral distress, isolation, and the challenges of reintegration. Sessions of up to ten participants are scheduled nearly every day of the week for one hour, led by trained peer facilitators — many of whom are veterans themselves. Sessions begin with brief breathing and meditation, followed by open sharing guided by peer co-facilitators who listen with compassion and understanding. All veterans are welcome to share whatever is on their mind.

• Schedule: Nearly every day of the week — view and join available sessions after registering
• Platform: HeyPeers (works like Zoom — browser-based, no app download required)
• Who can attend: All veterans — all eras, all branches
• Cost: Free · Requires a free HeyPeers account to register and join sessions
• Register / Join: VOA|ReST 4 VETS — Register on HeyPeers · Or find sessions directly at HeyPeers Veteran Support Groups.

NAMI Multnomah — Virtual Veteran Peer Support Groups (Open Nationally)

NAMI Multnomah (serving Oregon but open to veterans anywhere in the country) offers three distinct free, drop-in, peer-led virtual support groups for veterans and military service members on Zoom — no diagnosis required, no registration, and no cost. All are facilitated by trained veteran volunteers using personal experience with military culture, mental health challenges, and recovery.

Veteran Peer Support Group (General) · Platform: Zoom · Every Thursday · 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM PT · Open to veterans and current/former military service members of any discharge status, anywhere. No diagnosis required. Collaboration between NAMI Multnomah and NAMI Central Oregon. Join the notification list at: NAMI Multnomah Veteran Support Groups.

LGBTQ+ Veteran & Military Service Member Support Group · Platform: Zoom · 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month · 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM PT · A peer-led space for veterans and service members who identify as LGBTQ+ and are living with mental health conditions. No diagnosis required. Join the notification list at: NAMI Multnomah Veteran Support Groups. Contact: [email protected].

Military Sexual Trauma (MST) Survivor Support Group — Women Only · Platform: Zoom · 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month · 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM PT · A peer-led group for women veterans and female service members who have experienced Military Sexual Trauma. Facilitated by veterans with shared experience — not clinicians. Open regardless of diagnosis or discharge status. Join the notification list at: NAMI Multnomah Veteran Support Groups.

Contact NAMI Multnomah: 503-228-5692 · [email protected]

PFLAG Connects: Military Community — Virtual Support Group for Parents & Caregivers of LGBTQ+ Service Members & Veterans

A free, safe, virtual, peer-moderated monthly support group specifically for military-affiliated parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ children of any age — including parents of LGBTQ+ service members and veterans. Each meeting is led by current or former service members or military spouses who guide participants in receiving support, giving support, and finding resources. No PFLAG affiliation or membership required. Meetings are locked 20 minutes after start time.

• Schedule: Second Monday of every month · 9:00 PM ET (6:00 PM PT) · Next meeting during Military Appreciation Month: Monday, May 11, 2026
• Platform: Zoom
• Who can attend: Military-affiliated parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ children (any age); parents of LGBTQ+ service members and veterans · Adults 18+ only
• Cost: Free · No PFLAG membership required
• Register: PFLAG Connects: Military Community · Questions: Contact Victor Vizcarrondo Velez at PFLAG National

Hope for the Warriors — Military Veteran Program (MVP) Peer Mentorship

Hope for the Warriors offers free peer mentorship for post-9/11 service members, veterans, and their families through the Military Veteran Program. MVP Mentors provide virtual one-on-one support, guidance toward wellness, help identifying priorities, and connection to community events and resources. Peer check-ins and group connections are also available. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week. Connect at Hope for the Warriors — Military Veteran Program or contact [email protected], 1-877-246-7349.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Military.com — Military Appreciation Month Guide — Discounts, events, and resources honoring service members and veterans throughout May 2026

Blue Star Museums — Free Military Admissions Program — Free museum and nature center admission for active-duty military and families, May 16 – September 7, 2026

National Military Family Association — Resource Guide — Comprehensive directory of support programs for service members, veterans, military spouses, and children

Veteran.com — Military Appreciation Month Guide — Overview of key dates, observances, and ways to honor military service throughout May 2026

ABOUT

National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM) is a federally recognized observance held each May, established by Congress in 1999. It honors all branches of the U.S. military — Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Space Force — as well as National Guard, Reserve units, veterans, and military families. May was chosen because it contains more individual military observances than any other month, including Loyalty Day (May 1), Military Spouse Appreciation Day (May 8), Armed Forces Day (May 16), and Memorial Day (May 25). The U.S. military consists of more than 2.2 million active and reserve personnel, with millions more veterans and family members who have served and sacrificed alongside them.

DISCLAIMER: Information is shared as a courtesy only. 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. Event details are subject to change — verify directly with hosting organizations before attending.

NATIONAL ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH — April 2026 — FREE VIRTUAL RESOURCES

Virtual Events · On-Demand Learning · 24/7 Peer Support & Helplines

“Changing attitudes and saving lives — one conversation at a time.”

LIVE VIRTUAL EVENTS — APRIL 2026

NAADAC Free Webinar: Breaking the Cycle — Preventing Substance Use in Children & Youth Affected by Addiction

Join this interactive webinar exploring practical strategies for preventing opioid, stimulant, and other substance use disorders among children and youth affected by family and community addiction. Presented by the National Association for Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) and free to attend. Meets Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PT. Register at pathlms.com/naadac/events.

NAADAC Free Webinar: A Philosophy of Self-Care for Substance Use Providers

Self-care is foundational for anyone supporting recovery — personally or professionally. This 90-minute session explores evidence-based self-care practices to prevent burnout and sustain meaningful work in the addiction field. Free to attend. Meets Thursday, April 9, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PT. Register at pathlms.com/naadac/events.

NAADAC Free Webinar: Building an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in an OTP Setting

Explore how treatment programs can expand their continuum of care in response to the ASAM Criteria 4th Edition — a timely and essential webinar for anyone navigating recovery services. Free to attend. Meets Wednesday, April 15, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PT. Register at pathlms.com/naadac/events.

NAADAC Free Webinar: Nourishing Recovery — Plant-Forward Nutrition & Faith-Informed Support

Recovery is most sustainable when the whole person is supported — body, mind, and spirit. This session explores how nutrition and faith-based approaches can strengthen long-term sobriety. Free to attend. Meets Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PT. Register at pathlms.com/naadac/events.

Union County Free Community Webinar: Community Conversation — Promoting Alcohol Awareness and Prevention

In recognition of National Alcohol Awareness Month, Union County (NJ) Department of Human Services partners with New Hope Integrated Behavioral Healthcare and Prevention Links for a free public webinar covering alcohol misuse prevention for adults and adolescents. Speakers welcome live Q&A submissions. Open to all. Meets Tuesday, April 21, 2026 · 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT. Register at ucnj.org/alcohol-awareness [VERIFY: confirm registration link is active].

NAADAC Free Webinar: Unseen, Unheard, Untreated — A Disconnected System’s Call for Connection

Countless individuals struggling with substance use remain invisible in fragmented care systems. This webinar examines why and offers evidence-based pathways toward equity and connection in treatment. Free to attend. Meets Wednesday, April 22, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PT. Register at pathlms.com/naadac/events.

NAADAC Free Webinar: Ethical Issues & Best Practices in SUD Treatment

This 90-minute webinar examines common ethical challenges for certified addiction counselors, clinical supervisors, and interns working with individuals in substance use disorder treatment. Free to attend. Meets Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PT. Register at pathlms.com/naadac/events.

ON-DEMAND LEARNING & WEBINAR LIBRARY

NAADAC Free Webinar Library — 325+ Hours of On-Demand Recovery Education

Access more than 325 hours of archived, on-demand webinars covering alcohol use disorder, harm reduction, ethics, peer support, trauma, co-occurring disorders, and more — all completely free to watch at any time. Browse the full library at naadac.org/webinars. Presented by the National Association for Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC). Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.

PEER SUPPORT — 24/7 ONLINE MEETINGS

aaHomeGroup — 24/7 Online Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings via Zoom

An open, worldwide online A.A. meeting running 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No registration required. Join via Zoom Meeting ID: 202 006 1935 · Passcode: 624101, or visit aahomegroup.org for the full schedule and dial-in numbers. Meetings run every hour, including 90-minute and 2-hour formats overnight. Free · Anonymous · Open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.

Online Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous (OIAA) — Find a Meeting Right Now

The OIAA connects people to online A.A. groups worldwide, available in multiple languages. Search the live meeting directory or get immediate help at aa-intergroup.org. The ’12th Step Committee’ chat feature is also available for those who need immediate support. Free · Open to all. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.

HELPLINES

CALL OR TEXT: 1-800-662-HELP (1-800-662-4357)

SAMHSA National Helpline — Free · Confidential · 24/7 · English & Spanish

Free, confidential treatment referrals and information for individuals and families facing alcohol use disorder or any substance use or mental health challenge. Connects callers to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community resources. Also available via text — send your ZIP code to 435748 (HELP4U). Visit samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline for more information. Available 24 hours a day · 7 days a week · FREE.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

NIAAA — National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism: niaaa.nih.gov — Research-based tools, guides, and the Alcohol Treatment Navigator to help find effective treatment options.

SAMHSA Alcohol Awareness Month Toolkit: samhsa.gov/about/digital-toolkits/alcohol-awareness-month — Free, downloadable social media content, campaign resources, and evidence-based tools for Alcohol Awareness Month.

FindTreatment.gov: findtreatment.gov — SAMHSA’s confidential, anonymous treatment locator for alcohol use disorder, substance use disorders, and mental health services across the United States.

OIAA Online Meeting Directory: aa-intergroup.org/meetings — Find live online A.A. meetings happening right now, available in multiple languages.

ABOUT NAADAC — THE ASSOCIATION FOR ADDICTION PROFESSIONALS

NAADAC — the Association for Addiction Professionals — is the nation’s leading membership organization for addiction counselors and professionals, representing more than 100,000 practitioners across 52 U.S. and 2 international affiliates. NAADAC’s mission is to lead, unify, and empower addiction-focused professionals to achieve excellence through education, advocacy, and ethical standards. Its free webinar series has trained more than 200,000 professionals across more than 325 hours of archived content.

DISCLAIMER:

Information is shared solely as a public courtesy. All services listed are free of charge unless otherwise noted. These resources are not a substitute for professional medical treatment, legal advice, or emergency services. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or contact local law enforcement. For mental health emergencies, including thoughts of suicide or self-harm, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). For alcohol and substance use treatment referrals, call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — available 24/7, free, and confidential.

Join Our Online Recovery Community and Attend Live Meetings 

Online Meetings Weekdays and Weekends

In The Rooms offers over 150+ weekly live online meetings,  a variety 12-Step and Non 12- Step Fellowships, and Specialty meetings. Some of our most popular meetings are AA, NA, ACA, Al-Anon, and Nar-Anon meetings, and much more.

• In The Rooms has 69 live online AA meetings weekly, so there’s bound to be one that fits your schedule! We have specialty AA meetings too, like AA Pride (LGBTQ). We also have an Agnostic AA meeting, if you’re seeking a meeting without a secular approach to recovery.
• We have 30 NA meetings on ITR weekly. Like AA, there’s also an NA Pride meeting (LGBTQ) and an Agnostic NA meeting.
• For support for the family, friends, and allies of those in recovery, In The Rooms has both Al-Anon and Nar-Anon meetings, which each meeting, 1-3 times a week. In The Rooms also has an Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) group, which meets 7 times a week.
• We also have many other 12-step fellowship groups, like Gamblers Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, and Sex Addicts Anonymous, CODA, Dual Diagnosis, and much more. If you can think of a Recovery fellowship, we probably have it.
• All our meetings offer a unique sense of connection and hope that can only be found by walking alongside people who are on the same journey you are. Recovery can’t be done alone! 

“You need a support system. You need someone to call on days when you wake up and you really want to pick up a drink or a drug,” says In The Rooms co-founder Ron Tannebaum. The variety of 12 step and other Recovery meetings we offer means that you can find a fellowship perfect for you.

We also offer plenty of non 12 step options also. 6 weekly women’s meetings including She Recovers, Women in Recovery, and Women Warriors, 2 Men’s meetings weekly, 7 different meditation meetings, Yoga in Recovery, and Healthy Love.

Additionally, with so many fellowship meetings to choose from and the variety of times they are offered allows you to create a schedule that fits your personal needs and lifestyle.

For a full list of schedule meetings click here. 

Join today and find the 12 step meeting perfect for you!

Online & Hybrid AA Meetings

Portland Area Intergroup

Below is a reference list of online and hybrid Alcoholics Anonymous meetings connected to the Portland Area Intergroup (pdxaa.org).

• “Open” meetings: anyone may attend, including non-alcoholics as observers.
• “Closed” meetings: for people who have a drinking problem and have a desire to stop drinking.
• Times are listed in Pacific Time.
• Each link goes to the official pdxaa.org meeting page with full details (format, access info, and any phone/online connection details).
• For ASL and Deaf-access meetings, see the Portland Deaf Access Committee listings.
• For Spanish-language A.A. meetings in Oregon, call 971-370-8784 or visit the Spanish-language resources linked from pdxaa.org.

How to use this list

• This list shows meetings that are marked as online or hybrid in the Intergroup database.
• Each meeting recurs on the same weekday every week, unless the pdxaa.org listing says otherwise.
• Use the pdxaa.org meeting page (via each link) to confirm current format, connection details, and any holiday schedule changes.

FIND VIRTUAL ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS WITH THE MEETING FINDER

There are 312 Virtual Meetings to choose from and 699 In-person meetings at this time.

The Finder allows you to search for In person and Virtual meetings by the day and time of your choice and the meeting types including Big Book meetings, 12 Step & 12 Traditions and more.

CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO FIND YOUR MEETING

MEETING FINDER

Portland Area Alcoholics Anonymous

New to A.A.?

Worried about your drinking?

If you want to quit, we can help – call us:

Portland AA 24-Hour Hotline:

503-223-8569

DUAL DIAGNOSIS ANONYMOUS (DDA)

Free Online Peer-Led Recovery Meetings · 7 Days a Week

“Recovery is possible — for your mind and your whole life.”

Dual Diagnosis Anonymous (DDA) offers free, peer-led recovery meetings for people living with both mental health conditions and substance-use challenges. Meetings happen every day of the week — all sessions are now accessible through one unified Zoom link. No passcode needed. Join anytime.

HOW TO JOIN ONLINE MEETINGS

📌 One link for all meetings: DDA now uses a single Zoom link for every online meeting — daily general meetings, special groups, and the monthly Open Mic Fellowship. No passcode is required. Simply click the link or enter the Meeting ID below at your scheduled meeting time.

Zoom Meeting Link:

Join via Zoom — Dual Diagnosis Anonymous Online Meetings

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84935395086

Zoom Meeting ID: 849 3539 5086 · No passcode required

Cost: FREE · Open to all

WEEKLY ONLINE DDA MEETINGS

All times Pacific Time (PT) · All meetings use the same Zoom link above

SUNDAYS

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT · General Recovery Meeting

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT · Open Mic Fellowship (Last Sunday of each month only)

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT · General Recovery Meeting

MONDAYS

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT · General Recovery Meeting

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT · General Recovery Meeting

TUESDAYS

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT · General Recovery Meeting

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT · Rainbow DDA — LGBTQIA+ Group (Special Group · All are welcome)

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT · General Recovery Meeting

WEDNESDAYS

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT · General Recovery Meeting

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT · Open Lunch Meeting (Special Group · Open to all)

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT · General Recovery Meeting

THURSDAYS

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT · General Recovery Meeting

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT · Women-Identifying Only Meeting (Special Group)

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT · General Recovery Meeting

FRIDAYS

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT · General Recovery Meeting

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT · General Recovery Meeting

SATURDAYS

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT · General Recovery Meeting

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT · General Recovery Meeting

IN-PERSON MEETINGS

In-person meeting locations, days, and times are listed on the DDA Website — In-Person Meeting Finder.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Dual Diagnosis Anonymous — Main Website — Meeting schedules, resources, and program information

DDA Oregon Facebook Page — Community updates and connection

ABOUT DUAL DIAGNOSIS ANONYMOUS

Dual Diagnosis Anonymous (DDA) is a peer-led recovery organization founded to serve individuals living with co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges. Founded in Oregon, DDA has more than two decades of experience providing a welcoming, judgment-free space for recovery. The organization’s 12-Step-informed program embraces the whole person — honoring both mental health and addiction recovery as equally important parts of healing.

DISCLAIMER: Information is shared solely as a courtesy. All meetings are free and open to those who identify with the dual diagnosis experience. This is not a substitute for professional medical treatment, legal advice, 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.

DailyStrength

24/7 Online Support Groups & Community Forums for Health and Life Challenges

“You’re not alone in your struggles. Connect with others who understand.”

Day & Time: 24/7 access to support groups and community forums

Platform: Online discussion forums and community groups

Who Can Join: Adults, young adults, teens, and seniors facing health conditions or life challenges

Cost: FREE

Description: DailyStrength is a free, anonymous online community with over 22,000 members where users provide emotional support by discussing their struggles and successes with each other. A division of Sharecare, DailyStrength offers over 500+ support groups and community forums covering medical conditions, mental health challenges, and life situations. Members can connect with others who truly understand their experiences, share treatment information, keep personal journals, build supportive friendships, and access aggregated treatment reviews. The platform relies on member reporting to maintain a safe, respectful environment where everyone can share openly.

Moderation & Safety: DailyStrength relies on members to report abuse rather than actively moderating groups. Staff investigates and takes action when abuse is reported.

SUPPORT GROUPS

What Are Support Groups? Support Groups (500+ available) are created by DailyStrength and cover medical conditions and mental health topics.

Browse All Support Groups: https://www.dailystrength.org/groups

Support Group Categories: Mental Health · Developmental and Learning Disorders · Chronic Illness · Cancer · Addiction and Substance Abuse · Physical Health · Women’s and Men’s Groups · Parenting · Relationships and Sexuality · Age-Specific Groups · LGBTQ+ · Trauma

Top 20 Most Popular Support Groups:

1. Depression (24,559+ members)
2. Anxiety (23,066+ members)
3. Loneliness (11,043+ members)
4. Bipolar Disorder (8,851+ members)
5. Fibromyalgia (4,393+ members)
6. Financial Challenges (3,026+ members)
7. Time Management (2,455+ members)
8. Caring for Aging Parents (851+ members)
9. Common Variable Immunodeficiency (660+ members)
10. Parkinson’s Disease (509+ members)
11. Myofascial Pain Syndrome (398+ members)
12. Cocaine Addiction & Recovery (388+ members)
13. Colon Cancer (354+ members)
14. Hyperparathyroidism (194+ members)
15. Dyspraxia & Apraxia (142+ members)
16. Bereavement
17. Breakups & Divorce
18. Chronic Pain
19. Eating Disorders
20. Depression – Teen

…and many more groups covering family issues, healthy relationships, cancer support, neurological disorders, and other health conditions.

How to Join a Support Group:

Step 1 – Create Your Account: Visit https://www.dailystrength.org/user/register Enter your email, username, and password, OR register using Sharecare, Apple, Facebook, or Google Accept the Terms & Conditions Click “Create a Free Account”

Step 2 – Set Privacy Preferences: Choose who can view your profile (all visitors or DailyStrength members only)

Step 3 – Browse and Join: Sign in at https://www.dailystrength.org/user/login Browse support groups at https://www.dailystrength.org/groups Click the orange “Join” button on any group’s home page

Step 4 – Participate: Create discussion posts, reply to others, write journal entries, and connect with members

COMMUNITY GROUPS

What Are Community Groups? Community Groups are created by DailyStrength members to address specific interests, experiences, or topics not covered by official support groups. Community Group founders can delete content in their groups to maintain standards.

Browse Community Groups: https://www.dailystrength.org/categories/Personal_Challenges

How to Join a Community Group:

Step 1 – Create Your Account (if needed): Visit https://www.dailystrength.org/user/register Complete registration as described above

Step 2 – Browse and Join: Sign in at https://www.dailystrength.org/user/login Find community groups through the site Click the orange “Join” button on any group’s home page

Step 3 – Participate: Create posts, reply to discussions, and engage with the community

Questions or Support: Visit the DailyStrength Help Center for tutorials and assistance

Provider Website: https://www.dailystrength.org

Self-Injury Support Forum

Daily Strength hosts a web forum where people dealing with self-injury can find encouragement, understanding, and a new way to cope

Whether you or someone you know or love struggles with self-injury, this is the community to discuss your experience, find support, meet others going through the same, and get advice on how to stop. Working together, we can help find alternative coping skills to reduce the urge to self-harm.

Use the Link Below to Join

https://www.dailystrength.org/group/self-injury

Families Anonymous Virtual Groups

Different Times, Days & Special Topics

Meetings Directory including Virtual Meetings in the USA & International & Niche

Visit this link to review offerings: https://familiesanonymous.org/meetings/meeting-directories/

What is Families Anonymous?

Families Anonymous celebrated our 50th Anniversary in 2021. We were formed in 1971 by a group of concerned parents in California who were seeking ways of dealing with the problem of substance abuse and addiction in their children. Our members include parents, grandparents, siblings, spouses, significant others, other family members and friends of those with a current, suspected or former drug problem. We have been one of the best kept secrets in the recovery community, even though we have groups throughout the world.

Families Anonymous is a 12 Step fellowship for the families and friends who have known a feeling of desperation concerning the destructive behavior of someone very near to them, whether caused by drugs, alcohol, or related behavioral problems. When you come into our rooms you are no longer alone, but among friends who have experienced similar problems. Any concerned person is encouraged to attend our meetings, even if there is only a suspicion of a problem.

Your identity is protected in our meetings. We know each other by our first names only. Anonymity of our members is paramount to the success of our program. Not only is anonymity an underlying principle of the program, but it is so important that it is part of our name.

You have nothing to lose but your pain and anger. Read on if you are ready to find the peace and serenity that our members have found through the working of the FA program.

HAMS

Harm reduction, Abstinence, and Moderation Support

24/7

JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP HERE

 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

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.

The CHESS Connections app helps patients build healthy habits, reduce isolation, and celebrate achievements. The foundation of a robust virtual community, the app is staffed by certified peer recovery specialists who have lived experience in SUD, offer 24/7 support, and moderate lively discussion groups and video support meetings to create meaningful engagement and dialogue.

With research-based resources and personalized recovery plans, users get the vital tools they need to stay on track as soon as they sign up for the CHESS Health‘s Connections app. Studies show that Connections’ methods work to keep well to keep folks safe, supported, and on track.

Download the Connections app today! https://buff.ly/3XoE3f4

Moderation Management (MM)

Free Virtual Peer Support · Harm Reduction · Moderation or Abstinence · No 12 Steps · Secular · Open to All

“We’re here to support you while you take the steps you are ready to take to reduce your drinking.”

Day & Time: Daily virtual meetings every day of the week · Multiple meetings each day · Times range from 6:00 AM PT to 11:00 PM PT — see full schedule below

Platform: Online · Zoom Video · No download required on most devices · Join by video or audio

Who Can Join: Any adult who is concerned about their drinking · No requirement to label yourself or commit to abstinence to attend most meetings · All genders welcome to general open meetings · Specialty meetings available for women, men, LGBTQ+, veterans, neurodivergent individuals, and young adults

Cost: FREE · All meetings are free to attend · Voluntary donations welcomed but never required

Moderation Management is a secular nonprofit that offers free virtual peer support to anyone who wants to change their relationship with alcohol — whether the goal is reducing binge drinking episodes, drinking within safer limits, or stopping entirely. MM is uniquely designed for non-dependent problem drinkers and does not require commitment to full abstinence. The program uses a nine-step cognitive behavioral change framework to help members take personal responsibility, recognize harmful patterns, set their own drinking goals, and build lasting habits. Meetings are drop-in, judgment-free, and led by volunteer facilitators. Over 30 meetings take place each week via Zoom — find one that fits your schedule below.

Meeting Hours — March 2026 (Pacific Time)

All times shown in Pacific Time (PT) with Eastern Time (ET) in parentheses. Meetings run every day of the week. Note: Hours subject to change — always verify current times at moderation.org/events.

SUNDAY

ADHD / Neurodivergent MM Meeting

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT  (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  For neurodivergent individuals; those with anxiety/mental health concerns also welcome

Sunday Summit MM Video Meeting

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT  (7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Weekly wrap-up and forward planning; open to all

MONDAY

Newcomer’s MM Video Meeting

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT  (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  1st & 3rd Mondays only · Open to anyone curious about MM including therapists, students, loved ones

Clean Slate MM Video Meeting

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM PT  (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Weekly planning and check-in · Meeting attendance verifications available

Changing Your Mind MM Meeting

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT  (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Focuses on behavioral change and mindset shifts around drinking

Neighbors in Change MM Meeting

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT  (6:00 PM – 7:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Newcomer-friendly; rotating topics; not abstinence-based though abstainers welcome

How To Truly Enjoy Drinking MM Meeting

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PT  (7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET)

Duration: 90 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Mindful, moderate drinking techniques; open to all

The Next 7 Days MM Meeting

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PT  (8:30 PM – 9:30 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Weekly planning meeting; fresh-start focus

San Francisco MM Video Meeting

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM PT  (9:30 PM – 10:30 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Originally Bay Area local; now open to anyone

TUESDAY

Early Bird MM Meeting

6:00 AM – 7:00 AM PT  (9:00 AM – 10:00 AM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Morning meeting for any time zone; globally accessible

EmpowHER Untapped Tuesdays (Women’s)

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT  (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: Women only  ·  Women only · Led by Recovery Coach Erica of ShameOver · Video or audio join

MM Meeting of North-Central New Jersey

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT  (7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Open to anyone; hybrid in-person/online option some weeks

Reflections MM Video Meeting

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT  (7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Conversational support; compassion-focused

MM Long-Term Absers Meeting

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT  (7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  For members committed to long-term abstinence; moderation discussion limited

Denver MM Video Meeting

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PT  (8:30 PM – 9:30 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Originally Colorado local; open to all

WEDNESDAY

Hump Day MM Video Meeting

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT  (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Mid-week touch point; open to all

Women’s MM Video Meeting (Wednesday)

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM PT  (6:30 PM – 7:30 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: Women only  ·  Women only · Contact organizer via moderation.org for Zoom link

MM Men’s Video Meeting

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PT  (7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET)

Duration: 90 minutes  ·  Open to: Men’s focused discussion; open to men concerned about their drinking  ·  Men’s focused discussion; open to men concerned about their drinking

Chicago Harm Reduction Therapy MM

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT  (8:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Hosted by Chicago Harm Reduction Therapy; open to all

MM LGBTQ+ Meeting

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PT  (8:30 PM – 9:30 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: LGBTQ+ members only; allies welcome to other MM meetings  ·  LGBTQ+ members only; allies welcome to other MM meetings

THURSDAY

Refocus & Recharge MM Meeting

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT  (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Midweek reflection and practical tips for mindful drinking

Can’t Find the STOP Button MM Meeting

[VERIFY TIME] PT  ([VERIFY TIME] ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  For those who can abstain for stretches but struggle to stop once they start drinking; [VERIFY time from moderation.org calendar]

NYC Thursday Night MM Video Meeting

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PT  (7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET)

Duration: 90 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Open to all; one of MM’s longest-running weekly meetings

Thursday Night Women’s MM Video Meeting

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT  (8:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: Women only  ·  Women only · Made possible by Sunnyside partnership

MM Long-Term Absers Thursday Meeting

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT  (9:00 PM – 10:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Long-term abstinence focus; moderation discussion limited

MMillennials MM Meeting

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT  (9:00 PM – 10:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  For members in their 20s and 30s; open to anyone in that age range

FRIDAY

Weekend Prep MM Meeting (Friday Noon)

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM PT  (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Support heading into the weekend; compassion and camaraderie focus

MM Abstinence Video Meeting

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT  (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  For those committed to abstinence; moderation discussion limited

Inklings MM Video Meeting

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM PT  (10:00 PM – 11:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Open to anyone concerned about their drinking; late evening option

SATURDAY

Saturday Morning Coffee MM Meeting

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM PT  (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Relaxed, informal moderation planning discussion

Strategy Saturday MM Video Meeting

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT  (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM ET)

Duration: 60 minutes  ·  Open to: All adults concerned about their drinking  ·  Goal-sharing, moderation strategy, and peer support

Total Confirmed Open Meetings per Week: 30+ virtual meetings across 7 days · Multiple time slots daily from early morning through late night PT

Hours Calculation: Per Ref B, live meetings count only on the day they occur. Weekday totals range from 3.0–6.5 hrs/day (open general meetings); weekend days 2.0 hrs/day. Average across March 2026: ~4.7 hrs/day. Total estimated confirmed open meeting hours for March 2026: approximately 145.5 hours. [See Internal Reference for daily breakdown and spreadsheet rows.]

Note: Women-only, men-only, LGBTQ+-only, and specialty-restricted meetings are not included in the general open hours totals. Hours for those meetings are additional. Meeting schedule subject to change.

How To Join a Meeting

Meeting Calendar (No Login Required — Click Any Meeting Link to Join via Zoom):

https://moderation.org/events

Main Website:

https://moderation.org

Private Online Community (NewForm — Free):

https://www.newform.org/#individuals

Email Listserv (Peer Support Between Meetings):

https://moderation.org/moderation-management-support-listserv/

No registration is required to attend most virtual meetings — simply find a meeting on the calendar and click the Zoom link to join. Newcomers are welcome at any open meeting without attending the Newcomer’s Meeting first.

Who Can Attend

• Any adult who binge drinks, drinks problematically, or simply wants to change their relationship with alcohol

• People who are not sure they want to stop drinking entirely — MM supports both moderation and abstinence as valid personal goals

• Those who don’t identify with the term “alcoholic” or are put off by abstinence-only programs

• People who want science-based, practical tools rather than spiritual or religious frameworks

• Neurodivergent individuals and those with ADHD or co-occurring anxiety — dedicated meeting available

• Veterans and active military — dedicated meeting available [VERIFY current schedule at moderation.org]

• LGBTQ+ individuals — dedicated Wednesday night meeting for LGBTQ+ members

• Millennials and adults in their 20s and 30s — Thursday MMillennials meeting available

• Women — Tuesday and Thursday women-only meetings available

• Open nationally and internationally — all virtual meetings are accessible from anywhere

• Important: MM is designed for non-dependent problem drinkers. Those experiencing alcohol withdrawal symptoms — tremors, sweating, confusion, or seizures — should seek medical attention before reducing or stopping alcohol. Consult a physician if you are unsure.

What Moderation Management Provides

• A nine-step cognitive behavioral change program covering: self-assessment of drinking patterns · setting personal limits · recognizing triggers · developing coping strategies · maintaining a healthy, balanced life

• A built-in 30-day abstinence reset at program start — to help members gain perspective and evaluate their relationship with alcohol before deciding their goal

• Science-backed drinking guidelines to help members understand what moderate, low-risk drinking looks like

• Free Dryuary (Dry January) program with daily tools, community challenges, and peer support

• 30-day free moderation tools course at moderationmonth.org

• Private online community via NewForm — a judgment-free space for daily support between meetings

• Active email listserv for ongoing peer connection

• No labels required — members never have to call themselves an alcoholic or addict

• No sponsors, no steps, no religion — members define their own path and goals

• Meeting attendance verification available for select meetings (noted in schedule above)

Additional Resources

Moderation Management Free Tools (30-Day Program):

https://moderation.org/moderation-management-tools/

Dryuary / Dry January Program (Free):

https://moderationmonth.org

30-Day Moderation Kickstart Course:

https://moderationmonth.org/moderation-management-kickstart-moderation-course-curriculum/

Moderation-Friendly Provider Directory (Find Therapists Who Support MM):

https://moderation.org/moderation-friendly-providers/

NIAAA Rethinking Drinking (Interactive Self-Assessment):

https://rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/

SAMHSA National Helpline (FREE · 24/7 · Confidential · Treatment Referrals):

1-800-662-HELP (1-800-662-4357)  ·  Text your ZIP code to 435748 (HELP4U)

About Moderation Management

Moderation Management (MM) is a secular nonprofit founded in 1994 as the first harm reduction–based peer support program built specifically for non-dependent problem drinkers. MM was created to offer a practical, non-judgmental alternative to abstinence-only programs for people who recognize their drinking is causing problems but are not yet ready — or appropriate — for full sobriety. MM’s nine-step cognitive behavioral program has helped tens of thousands of members take responsibility for their drinking, reduce harmful patterns, and build healthier lives on their own terms. MM has been honored with a Top-Rated Nonprofit Award from GreatNonprofits and maintains an active network of daily online meetings, peer communities, and free self-guided resources. For professional resources, MM operates an approved provider directory connecting members with moderation-informed therapists and counselors.

Disclaimer

Information is shared as a courtesy only. Peer support meetings are not a substitute for professional medical care, clinical treatment, or emergency services. Moderation Management is not appropriate for individuals with physical alcohol dependence — if you experience alcohol withdrawal symptoms including tremors, sweating, confusion, racing heart, or seizures, seek emergency medical attention immediately, as alcohol withdrawal can be life-threatening. If a person is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. For free, confidential treatment referrals, contact the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357, available 24/7.

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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.

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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.

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