I recently attended a Al-Alon groups meeting on 3-5-18 with one of my classmates. This group was meant specifically for those who had family members struggling with different types of substance abuse. The experience was not easy to listen to. Hearing real struggles and issues that are a daily occurrence for some was very eye opening, and allowed me to put things into perspective when dealing with my own life. The role of the group facilitator included keeping the group members motivated and actively participating. She seemed very approachable as well as keen on making sure every one felt welcome and that everyone felt they could speak freely. She was very honest and began the group by giving her own testimony which really opened the floor in my opinion for others to feel comfortable while discussing their own stories. In my opinion I would say that this group was built on the expectation that it would be more of a support group more than anything else. It's a safe heaven for tho