Maree and Janel both spent time with their grandparents as very young children, forming a lifelong bond, both spent time looking after their younger siblings at home and both escaped from home in their early 20’s.

Maree’s grandfather was the first drinker she encountered and she went on to marry an alcoholic. She finally reached rock bottom and was recommended to try Al-Anon Family Groups by a friend and found her people and has been in Al-Anon now for over 13 years.

Janel’s dad, then step dad were both alcoholics and her sister became addicted to ice. Trying to control the family chaos that ensued took her initially to Nar-Anon Family Groups to deal with her sister’s drug problems. Eventually it all became too much and Janel found Al-Anon to address growing up in an alcoholic home and has been enjoying recovery in Al-Anon for over two and a half years.

If someone else's drinking is causing you a problem then you can phone the Al-Anon Family Groups helpline on 1300 252 666 or go online at www.al-anon.org.au.

If someone else's drug abuse is causing you a problem then you can email Nar-Anon Family Groups  on serenity@naranon.com.au or go online at www.naranon.com.au