Below is a list of ongoing meetings in Southern Ohio. Please contact Ian Murphy (murphy.1587@osu.edu) if we missed any meetings or have the information listed incorrectly.
SMART
SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training) Recovery in ATHENS, HOCKING, AND VINTON COUNTIES–Free Support for People with Addiction and for Family and Friends. Surrounding counties are welcome.
There are two kinds of meetings. SMART Recovery Meetings are for individuals with substance use disorder. SMART Recovery for Family and Friends is for family and friends of those with substance use disorder. For online meetings, please reach out to the individual listed under “Contact” to receive login information.
SMART Recovery Meetings
Athens County:
Time: Tuesdays from 12:00 to 1:30 pm
Location: 7 North Congress, Athens OH
Contact: Bryan Darst (Facilitator). bryan@thegpathens.com, 740-590-5110
Hocking County:
Time: Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:00 pm
Location: Online
Contact: Jacqueline Stobbs (Facilitator). jacstob@nelsonvilletv.com, 740-974-2348
SMART Recovery Meetings for Family and Friends
Hocking County:
Time: Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Location: Online
Contact: Jacqueline Stobbs (Facilitator). jacstob@nelsonvilletv.com, 740-974-2348
Other Meetings and Services
Jackson County:
New Beginnings Recovery Meeting and Classes
Location: Can join either in-person or online. Meetings take place at Elevate Ministries (2063 Kessinger School Road).
Time: Wednesdays at 6:30pm
To join online:
https://www.gotomeet.me/NMcGee
You can also dial in using your phone.
(For supported devices, tap a one-touch number below to join instantly.)
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122
– One-touch: tel:+16467493122,,405764781#
Access Code: 405-764-781
For more information about New Beginnings meetings, contact Nancy McGee at (740) 978-7542.
Gallia County:
Alcoholics Anonymous
Location: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 541 2nd Avenue Gallipolis, OH 45631
Times: Tuesdays at 8:00pm, Wednesdays at 7:00pm, and Fridays at 8:00pm
Narcotics Anonymous
Location: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 541 2nd Avenue Gallipolis, OH 45631
Times: Sundays at 6:00pm, Mondays at 6:00pm, Thursdays at 7:30pm, Fridays at 12:00pm, and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Gallia Strong Tower (a Celebrate Recovery style group)
Location: Vinton Baptist Church
Time: Every Tuesday evening from 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Syringe Service Program
Location: Gallia County Health Department, 499 Jackson Pike, Suite D Gallipolis, OH 45631
Time: Every Wednesday from 12:00pm-4:00pm
Other services offered: counseling, naloxone, and information on detox and treatment centers
For more information about services at the Gallia County Health Department, contact Joni Ferrell, BSN, RN at (740) 441-2953.
Meigs County:
Alcoholics Anonymous
Location: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 161 Mulberry Ave, Pomeroy, OH
Time: Saturdays at 7:00 pm and Thursdays at 7:00 pm
Narcotics Anonymous
Location: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 161 Mulberry Ave, Pomeroy, OH
Time: Wednesdays at 7:00 pm