has had long-standing issues in this quarter and I would first see if there are any good hospital detox programs or other programs in the area. Detox is the first and most important aspect to start with, then the follow-up support is hardest to find good programs and help with family relations..
I do know that for some folks, AA is not the way to go. Here is an article that highlights some alternatives.
AA programs' quality, I am told, varies from meeting group to meeting group. For many it's a substitute crutch, which it should not be, in my view.
HOpe this helps! - j
http://www.associatedcontent.com/art...ternative.html