Marriage / Family

National network. Founded 1973. Network of couples who want to enhance their own relationship, as well as help strengthen marriages of other couples. Local chapters sponsor support groups, retreats and workshops. Bi-monthly newsletter, leadership training and conferences.
Write:
Association for Couples in Marriage Enrichment
P.O. Box 21374
Winston-Salem, NC 27120
Voice: 1-800-634-8325 or 336-724-1526
Fax: 336-721-4746
Website: http://www.bettermarriages.org
E-mail: acme@bettermarriages.org
Verified: 10/15/2008

International. 50 chapters in five countries. Founded 1984. Mutual support and social activities for married and single people who either have decided not to have children, are postponing parenthood, are undecided or are unable to have children. Chapter development guidelines.
Write:
No Kidding!
Box 2802
Vancouver, BC V6B 3X2, CANADA
Voice: 604-538-7736
Website: http://www.nokidding.net
E-mail: info@nokidding.net
Verified: 10/10/2008

Online. Discussion forum to help persons recover after an extra-marital affair.
Website: http://members3.boardhost.com/affair
Verified: 10/8/2008

National. 130 groups. Founded 1988. 12-Step. Goal is to assist couples find freedom from dysfunctional patterns in their relationships. RCA is made up of couples committed to restoring healthy communication and developing a caring and functional relationship. Offers local support group information.
Write:
Recovering Couples Anonymous
P.O. Box 11029
Oakland, CA 94611
Voice: 510-663-2312
Website: http://www.recovering-couples.org
Verified: 10/16/2008

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