Community Services
At Avalon Recovery Society, we provide completely free, life-changing services to women and families recovering from addiction. For those looking for other forms of support group and community services, please see the links below.
We are grateful to have community partnerships with treatment centres, hospitals, universities, first responders and other partners who recognize the importance of recovery and mental health. If you are interested in partnering with Avalon, please contact one of our Centre Managers and they will be happy to discuss opportunities with you.
12-step groups
Family and friends support
- Al-Anon
For family and friends of alcoholics - Alateen
For younger family members and friends of alcoholics - Families for Addiction Recovery
Parent-to-Parent support
Free, confidential telephone support for parents of children struggling with addiction. - SMART Recovery Friends & Family
For friends and family of people with an addiction
Support phone & links
- Available Beds in BC Shelterss updated daily at 11:30am & 7:30pm. Courtesy of BC211
- Access Central (toll-free): 1.866.658.1211
For referrals to detox and supportive recovery housing. Social workers can provide on-the-spot counselling and coping strategies. - Alcohol & Drug information and referral service (toll-free): 1.800.663.1441
Provides information and referral services for people across BC needing help with any kind of substance abuse. - BC211: Dial 211
BC211 is a free helpline providing information and referral for community, government and social services in BC. Helpline services include Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Service (ADIRS), the Gambling Support Line BC, VictimLink BC, and the Youth Against Violence Line. - Crisis Centre of BC: 1.800.784.2433 If you are in crisis, distress, or having thoughts of suicide, the Crisis Centre offers immediate access to barrier-free, non-judgemental, confidential support and follow-up to youth, adults, and seniors throughout 24/7 phone lines and online serv
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