Bangkok Local Reference INFOrmation
English-speaking support groups and meetings for AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) following the 12 Steps programme, drug aid, cancer support meetings, AIDS and more. See this page for contact information.
Below find information on helplines and support groups for the following: Alcoholics AnonymousThe AA Thailand website has information about Alcoholics Anonymous meetings throughout the country and in Bangkok where open and closed meetings are held daily. Refer to the comprehensive website for meeting times, venues and maps to the locations. All AA meetings are in English unless stated otherwise.
Al-Anon meetings provide support to the family, friends and those affected by an alcoholic in their lives.
Narcotics AnonymousThe Narcotics Anonymous Thailand group provides help and support for those for whom drugs have become a problem and for those that want to stay free of drugs. Regular meetings (some in English) take place at the Evangelical Church of Bangkok and at other locations in Thailand. A Narcotics Anonymous helpline is available 24/7.
HIV/AIDS SupportThe AIDS Access Foundation provides support and counselling for adults and children living with HIV/AIDS in Thailand. It is also very active in awareness and education campaigns.
The Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre has been providing treatment and care at the Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital since 1985 as well as being involved in many research projects. It is possible for non-Thais to get treatment but a Thai speaker may be needed to help book an appointment. Medical records of previous treatment will be required.
Links to HIV and AIDS support groups, clinics and information can be found on the following websites:
Cancer SupportBangkok Breast Cancer Support Group provides emotional and psychological support for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Family SupportBAMBI (Bangkok Mothers & Babies International): A volunteer non-profit organisation that provides pre-natal and post-natal advice and support for parents and pregnant women of all nationalities.
BAMBI also runs a number of support groups:
International Support Group Foundation: A non-profit organisation run by Thai and expatriate volunteers to help families from disadvantaged backgrounds. Celiac Disease Gluten Intolerant Support Group: Support group that helps to raise awareness of Celiac Disease and build a supportive community for patients and parents to share experiences and resources.
The Rainbow Room: Special needs awareness centre and support group for parents who have children with behavioural and developmental challenges including Down syndrome, dyslexia, autism spectrum disorder and other special needs. LEAP - L(earning) E(ducation) A(dvocacy) P(rogram): Parent-run group that serves as a point of contact for parents in need of support, referrals and information concerning their children’s special needs including learning disabilities, developmental delays, sensory integration and autism. Victim SupportThe Thai Ministry of Public Health's Department of Health Service Support runs One Stop Crisis Centres for women and children of all nationalities who are victims of violence. There are currently 104 operational centres located in general and regional hospitals in Bangkok and the Provinces. Contact the local government hospital to check whether help is available.
SamaritansSamaritans of Thailand: 24 hour, 7 days a week answer phone service in English. Leave a number and they will call back within 24 hours.
Women's Groups or Clubs
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