Helpline available daily 1–4pm & 6–9pm — Call 0207 498 4680 to speak with a member before your first meeting
Welcome to Families Anonymous
Does someone you care about use drugs?
When addiction takes hold of someone you love, it can feel as though your world has been turned upside down. The worry is relentless, the sleepless nights stack up, and no matter what you try, nothing seems to make a difference. You may feel completely alone, and utterly lost.
You do not have to face this alone
Living alongside addiction is exhausting. It affects every part of your life, your relationships, your mental health, your sense of self. Many families suffer in silence for years, not knowing where to turn or whether anyone could possibly understand what they are going through.
You do not have to face this alone. Families Anonymous is a fellowship of people who truly understand, because they have been there too.
By attending FA meetings and working the 12-Step programme, families and friends find the strength, clarity and support they never thought possible, and experience shows that when those around an addicted loved one begin to heal, it can make a real difference to the person struggling too.
FA is run by the Fellowship, for the Fellowship.
Find the support that’s right for you
Whether you would prefer to attend in person, join online or explore FA literature, there are different ways to connect with the Fellowship.
In-person meetings
Weekly groups across the UK where you can share experiences and find mutual support in a safe, confidential space.
Find a group →Online meetings
Can’t attend in person? Join a live Zoom session to connect with others who truly understand.
Join online →Literature & resources
Written by FA members for FA members — booklets, leaflets, and guides offering experience, strength, and hope.
Browse resources →FA Annual Convention
Join us for the next FA Annual Convention on Friday 9th – Sunday 11th April 2027 .
Annual ConventionFA is run by the Fellowship, for the Fellowship.