Born and raised in Southern California, Jeff is the father of four children. Currently semi-retired, he lives in the Coachella Valley, California with his husband Jason. He facilitates LGBTQ meetings for SMART Recovery.
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I am in the process of a recovery program. I have been drinking for many years and now have liver damage! I am from the UK does that make any difference?
Hello Gill
Welcome to SMART. We’re glad you found us. You’re welcome to use any of the tools/resources/meetings found on our website.
If you’re looking for local resources, you can also search the SMART UK website – http://www.smartrecovery.org.uk
How do we find his meeting? Looking for LGBTQ SMART Recovery meetings online or local.
Hello Nora,
The LGBTQ+ meeting is Saturdays at 12:30 p.m. ET.
You can register and find other online meetings at http://www.smartrecovery.org/community
Hi, is there a direct link to the The LGBTQ+ meeting is Saturdays at 12:30 p.m. ET.? I couldn’t find it.
Hello Playpan
Here is the direct link. A password is required. Access can be requested through the forum. https://smartwww.wpengine.com/community/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=324&day=2022-4-23&c=6