Al-Anon Family Groups* Meeting Medallions & Coins

The traditions of chips, medallions and birthdays vary in different parts of the country.

"At Al-Anon Family Group meetings, the friends and family members of problem drinkers share their experiences and learn how to apply the principles of the Al-Anon program to their individual situations. They learn that they are not alone in the problems they face, and that they have choices that lead to greater peace of mind, whether the drinker continues to drink or not. Sponsorship gives members an opportunity to get personal support from someone more experienced in the program. These relationships are voluntary. Members ask another member to be their Sponsor when they believe that person will be suitable as a mentor in applying the program."

* AFG and Al-Anon Family Groups are registered trademarks and ownership and other helpful info can be found at http://al-anon.alateen.org/Please contact them for more info