Substance use recovery & support groups

For people who are ready to heal and move forward from addiction, joining a support group could be a great first step. These groups give people the opportunity to share their stories, celebrate milestones and get past obstacles together. When individuals who are struggling with substance use reach out for support, it is a powerful sign of strength. Learn about the recovery and support groups – including substance use support groups for families – available to residents of Stark County.

Alcohol support groups & recovery

Alcoholics Anonymous

Anonymous gathering of individuals recovering from alcohol addiction. Call or visit online for schedule and details.
Phone: (330) 491-1989

BeSobr

Anonymous class for individuals recovering from substance use.
Cathedral of Life, 4111 38th St. NW
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 493-LIFE (5433)

Celebrate Recovery

A Christ-centered 12-step program for recovery from all "hurts, hang-ups, and habits." Find a group at https://locator.crgroups.info/

Cocaine Anonymous

Anonymous gathering of individuals recovering from cocaine addiction. Call or visit online for schedule and details.
Phone: (330) 284-2344

DRA Dual Recovery Anonymous

Support for individuals and families impacted by both mental illness and substance use. Hosted by NAMI Stark County.
Hunter House, 1114 Gonder Ave. SW
Canton, OH 44707
Phone: (330) 455-6264
Hours: Fridays – 11:30 a.m.

Glenbeigh

Intensive outpatient services and support for loved ones.
4661 Belpar St. NW
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: 1 (800) 234-1001
Local: (330) 492-2600

Hope AFG

Located at Grace United Methodist church on Thursday at 7:00 PM.
1720 Schneider St NW
North Canton, OH 44720

Hope and Happiness AFG

Located at Little Flower Catholic Parish on Wednesday at 10:00 AM. Meets in Varble Hall. (Group ID 11293)
2040 Diamond St NE
Canton, OH 44721

HOW To Recover AFG

Located at Trinity United Church of Christ on Monday at 10:00 AM. (Group ID 49950)
3909 Blackburn Rd NW
Canton, OH 44718

NAMI Stark County Friday Peer Support Group (Adults with Mental Illness)

Mental illness can be extremely isolating and it's not uncommon to lose friends along the way. This is a chance to meet new people. Support Groups are free to attend and no registration is required. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/386459766 Meeting ID: 386 459 766
Phone: 1-646-558-8656
Hours: 7:00 PM – Group meets weekly Friday (Plan to join 10 – 15 minutes before start time)

NAMI Stark County Tuesday Peer Support Group (Adults with Mental Illness)

Mental illness can be extremely isolating and it's not uncommon to lose friends along the way. This is a chance to meet new people. Support Groups are free to attend and no registration is required. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/97629915727 Meeting ID: 976 2991 5727
Phone: 1-646-558-8656
Hours: 7:00 PM – Group meets weekly Tuesday (Plan to join 10 – 15 minutes before start time)

Narcotics Anonymous

Anonymous gathering of individuals recovering from an addiction to narcotics. Call or visit online for schedule and details.
Phone: 1 (800) 587-4232

New Hope AFG

In person at Christ Presbyterian Church and on Zoom. VIA ZOOM: http://ohioafg48.org Thursday 7 pm. (Group ID 10960)
530 W Tuscarawas St
Canton, OH 44708

North Canton Tues Evening AFG

Located at Northminster Presbyterian Church on Tuesday at 7:30 PM &  8:00 PM. Meeting in person and zoom. (Group ID 11295)
237 W Maple St
North Canton, OH 44720

Recovery Support Meetings

Group of individuals recovering from substance abuse.
CommQuest Services, 1341 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44714
Phone: (330) 453-8252
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11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri.
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Reformer’s Unanimous Addictions Program

A spiritual approach to developing lifelong sobriety.

Sex Addicts Anonymous

Anonymous gathering of individuals recovering from sex addiction. Call for schedule and details.
Phone: 1 (800) 477-8191

Steps To Recovery Adult Children AFG

Located at Zion United Church of Christ on Saturday at 10: AM & 10:30 AM. Please use alley entrance at rear. (Group ID 43789)
415 S Main St
North Canton, OH 44720
Support for families

Adult Children of Alcoholics/Dysfunctional Families

Supporting children in Stark County with challenging home lives.
Unity Church of Truth, 4016 Wales Ave. NW
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 493-3828
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10:00 am - 11:00 am

Al-Anon

For individuals who are concerned about someone with a drinking problem. Visit online for details.

CommQuest Canton

Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, education and employment services, detox, hot meals, social center
  • CommQuest Cleveland Ave Outpatient - 625 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, and Supported Employment Program Phone: 330-445-2677 Site Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:00am - 6:00pm Wednesday: 8:00am - 7:00pm Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday & Tuesday: 8:30am - 11:30am Wednesday: 12:30pm - 3:30pm Thursday: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
  • CommQuest Market Ave Outpatient - 1341 Market Ave N Canton, OH 44714 Medication-assisted treatment, addiction and mental health counseling, Mom + Me program, drug screenings, and Family Support Group Phone: 330-453-8252 Site Hours Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 7:00pm Friday: 7:30am - 1:00pm Dosing Hours Monday - Friday 6:00am - 10:00am Saturday: 6:00am - 7:00am OTP Clinic Hours Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 3:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 1:00pm Urine Drug Screen Hours Monday - Thursday: 6:00am - 1:30pm Friday: 6:00am - 12:30pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday: 10:30am - 2:30pm Tuesday: 9:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday: 8:30am - 2:30pm Thursday: 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday: 8:30am - 9:30am
  • CommQuest Detox - 2600 6th St SW Canton, OH 44710 Phone: 330-830-3393 Enrollment Hours Any day 7:00am - 10:00pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 7:00pm
  • CommQuest Samaritans Table - 627 McKinley Ave NW Canton, OH 44703 Hot meal service Thursdays 11:00am - 1:00pm Phone: 330-454-8044
  • CommQuest Canton Friendship - 2200 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44709 Social center, hot meal program, and group skills instruction Phone: 330-453-8776
  • CommQuest Payee Center - 601 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Financial assistance for those who want or need a payee Phone: 330-453-4275 Window Hours Wednesdays 9:00am - 12:00pm Phone Hours Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10:00am - 2:00pm
  • CommQuest Metropolitan Centre - 601 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Administration, education & employment services, school-based services, marketing, fund development and training Phone: 330-455-0374

Gam-Anon

For spouses and families of gamblers.
First Friends Church, Room E115, 5455 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH 44714
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7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Glenbeigh

Intensive outpatient services and support for loved ones.
4661 Belpar St. NW
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: 1 (800) 234-1001
Local: (330) 492-2600

Downtown Canton Alateen

Alateen, a part of Al-Anon Family Groups, is a peer support group for teens whose lives have been affected by someone else's problem drinking.
406 Shorb Ave. NW
Canton, OH 44703
Phone: 888-425-2666
Hours: Monday, 4:30 PM

Hope and Serenity Alateen

R. G. Drage Career Technical Center, Age range 16-18. Enter through front door and check in with Secretary.

Alateen, a part of Al-Anon Family Groups, is a peer support group for teens whose lives have been affected by someone else's problem drinking

2800 Richville Drive SE
Massillon, OH 44646
Hours: Thursday, 10:30 AM

Lion Alateen

Located at Minerva Middle School.

Alateen, a part of Al-Anon Family Groups, is a peer support group for teens whose lives have been affected by someone else's problem drinking.

600 E. Line Street
Minerva, OH 44657
Hours: Tuesday, 2:45 PM

Minerva Tuesday Night Alateen

Located at First Presbyterian Church. Age range 13-20.

Alateen, a part of Al-Anon Family Groups, is a peer support group for teens whose lives have been affected by someone else's problem drinking.

204 Edgewood Drive, Minerva, OH, 44657, USA
Minerva, OH 44657
Hours: Tuesday, 8:00 PM

NAMI Stark County Sunday Night Support Group (Peers and Family Members)

Mental illness can be extremely isolating and it's not uncommon to lose friends along the way. This is a chance to meet new people. Support Groups are free to attend and no registration is required. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/798097665 Meeting ID: 798 097 665
Phone: 1-646-558-8656
Hours: 7:00 PM – Group meets weekly Sunday (Plan to join 10 – 15 minutes before start time)

Stark Massillon Alateen Group

Located at the Massillon Family Y. Age range 10-15. Front Door, second floor.

Alateen, a part of Al-Anon Family Groups, is a peer support group for teens whose lives have been affected by someone else's problem drinking

131 Tremont Ave. SE
Massillon, OH 44646
Hours: Wednesday, 7:00 PM
Helpful links

Ohio Prevention Professionals

Helping to support substance use prevention in our state through education, dialogue and advocacy.

Community Anti-Drug Coalition of America (CADCA)

Resources to help prevent alcohol, tobacco and other drug use.

Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility

Interactive site that offers information and resources to help promote alcohol awareness and teen responsibility.

Hope United 

Resources and tools to help put an end to the opioid epidemic.

OhioCAN

Recovery and peer support resources to help change the way addiction is treated, perceived and legislated.

Prevention Action Alliance

Leading healthy communities in the prevention of substance use and the promotion of mental wellness.

Shatterproof

Support for families that are struggling with addiction.

Stark Heroin Epidemic

Resources provided by CommQuest and F.A.T.H.E.R.S. to help fight the heroin epidemic in Stark County.

Youth.gov

Offers a variety of topics centered around youth development and challenges.