Members of the group will share their experiences in encouraging others to join.
Alcoholics Anonymous are holding an open information meeting for potential members and their families in a Laois town this Friday.
Speakers from the Portlaoise AA group will talk on their experience with the organisation and the supports that are on offer for members.
A representative from their sister group Al-Anon will also give a talk, with the members being on hand afterwards to answer any questions privately.
A member of the group in Portlaoise says alcoholism is an issue that also affects families:
(As part of AA'S key stipulations, all spokespersons must remain anonymous.)
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