GREATER PHOENIX VALLEY GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS
	PHOENIX GA VALLEY HOTLINE 602-266-9784 FOR EAST VALLEY GA HELPLINE 480-598-1226 LINEA DE CRISIS EN ESPAÑOL 1-888-NOJUEGO(1-888-665-8346) GAMANON Information: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe 480-275-0921 or 480-275-0924
	The Only Requirement for Membership is a Desire to Stop Gambling!

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GREATER PHOENIX VALLEY MEETINGS
TAMBIEN EN ESPAÑOL
For all other GA meetings in around the State click here

First Time Members Always Welcome To All Meetings!
REVISED 5/19/2008

HOW MEETINGS ARE CONDUCTED IN THE PHOENIX AREA?

1. First time members should arrive fifteen minutes early to let the room secretary
   know this is your first meeting and to get some orientation on how meetings are
   conducted. You will be given a packet of information at that time.  Plan on staying
   for the duration of the meeting. You will make new friend who will offer their encouragement
   and support.

2. GA members come from all walks of life.  The most common are working professionals and the working class.  Groups average a mix of 50% women and 50% men.  (There are women only meetings too!).  Ages range from the 20's to the very mature.

3. All meetings are strictly conducted in a non-threatening/productive manner. They are structured to give everyone an opportunity to share.  You are encouraged to do so, but you are never forced to participate.   In the Phoenix Valley meetings average about 20 members. 

4. TYPES OF MEETINGS INCLUDE:

   A.   TOPIC/THERAPY- A focus topic related to gambling recovery is selected each week.  Individuals  who raise their hands are called upon to share on the topic with their recent experiences.

   B.  THERAPY/COMMENT- A specific topic is chosen at each meeting and discuss how it relates to your recovery.

   C.  THERAPY - No selected topic, you can talk about anything related to gambling recovery.

   D. OPEN DISCUSSION - You can talk about what ever is on your mind relating to gambling

5. This is an anonymous program - Who you see, hear, and witness at these meetings are for the participating meeting members only.   Never shall anyone share any part of personal therapy or comments with any outside parties. We respect all members privacy and confidentiality.
   (PLEASE NOTE:  We do not talk about criminal behaviors for which you could be prosecuted,
   or have a case pending.)

6. Spouses, friends, family members may observe "OPEN" meetings only and must respect our anonymity.  We encourage their support, but they do not participate during meetings - (contact Gamanon, listed above, specifically for their benefit).

7. Meetings do meet on the holidays unless announced - so plan on being there.

8. Unless noted by a closing time, many meetings may continue for two hours, sometimes longer. Make note of this if you do not have your own transportation. 

9. This organization does not borrow, lend, or give any money to any individuals, organizations or financial institutions.  "Borrowing money is detrimental to our recovery", do not ask for financial assistance.   There are agencies that can provide you with direction to solving your financial crisis and we can suggest ways to do that.

10. For those without ANY opportunity for transportation, arrangements can often be made in advance.  Call the helpline in your area for information, listed at the top of this page. 

11. To learn more about the GA twelve step program and gambling recovery,
    take this link to the National Website- http://www.gamblersanonymous.org

12. GAMANON is a separate organization.   They often meet at the same locations but in separate rooms apart from the "GA" meetings.  Their meetings may change from time to time so it is a good idea to call ahead to confirm a meeting and its location.

13. Taking the first step to come to your first meeting is something that most problem gamblers would like to avoid.  Your efforts, feelings, and thoughts will be respected.  We do not place shame or guilt on anyone, so don't be surprised when you receive friendship and a handshake.  Your choice to attend your first meeting will help renew your self-respect.

If you have a problem with gambling - JUST GET HERE -  GET TO THE VERY NEXT MEETING!!!!! For support group GAMANON Information: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe 480-275-0921 or 480-275-0924

ALSO SEE THE NOTES AT THE END OF THIS SCHEDULE

EVERY SUNDAY

Phoenix(Lambada Phoenix Center) 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM GA:*   Therapy/Topic
Southwest corner of Virginia and 16th street

Phoenix  3:30 PM - 5:30 PM ( ~6:00 P.M.) GA:*   THERAPY Christ The Redeemer Lutheran Church: 8801 N. 43rd Ave.( East side of 43rd Ave, South of Dunlap)

Phoenix 6:00 P.M - 8:00 P.M. EN ESPAÑOL( Spanish Speaking) GA* TOPIC/THERAPY
PHOENIX JAPANESE FREE METHODIST CHURCH, 4143 N. 43rd Avenue., Phoenix, Arizona(Just North of Indian School Road on East side of 43d Ave).

Tempe   5:45 PM - 7:15 PM - GA:* 12-STEP Meeting, Guided Discussion,
DESERT CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH   8600 S. McClintock, Tempe
(just North of Warner - at the Educational Bldg. Room 1 and 2)
Note: This meeting is followed by the 7:30 Regular Meeting listed below

Tempe   6:30 PM - 7:30 PM - GA:* BEGINNER'S MEETING / OPEN DISCUSSION,
(SPECIFICALLY FOR THOSE WITH LESS THAN ONE YEAR )
DESERT CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH   8600 S. McClintock, Tempe
(just North of Warner - at the Educational Bldg. Room 3)
Note: This meeting is followed by the 7:30 Regular Meeting listed below

Tempe  7:30 PM - 9:30 PM GA:* / GAM-ANON**   THERAPY/TOPIC
DESERT CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH   8600 S. McClintock, Tempe
(just North of Warner - at the Educational Bldg. Room 5 and 6)

EVERY MONDAY

Phoenix 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM GA:* STEP MEETING (ALL GA MEMBERS WELCOME) , NO GAMANON CROSS IN THE DESERT CHURCH 12835 N. 32 ST, PHX, AZ
(North of Cactus - Rear of Parking Lot)

Phoenix  7:30 - ? PM GA*: THERAPY/COMMENT GAM-ANON**
CROSS IN THE DESERT CHURCH 12835 N. 32 ST, PHX, AZ
(North of Cactus - Rear of Parking Lot)

Phoenix 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM TOPIC/THERAPY GA*/ Gamanon***:
NORTH HILLS CHURCH  15025 N. 19TH AVE., Building "F", /Rm.104, PHX, AZ
(Enter from 19th - 1st Eastbound Road South of Greenway)

Mesa  7:00-8:00 PM, GA* Beginners Meeting( Previously known as Chandler Valley Hope Meeting). All first timers and anyone with less than a year encouraged. Support attendees are welcome.
Mesa Fire Station(Community Room)   830 S. Stapley (On Stapley, South of Broadway and N. of Southern).

Tempe 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, En Español, (Spanish Speaking) Men and Women , THERAPY/COMMENT, Working the Steps first two weeks of the month. Couples Are Welcome: DESERT CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH, 8600 S. McClintock, Tempe (Just North of Warner - at the Educational Bldg. ROOM #1 and #2.)

EVERY TUESDAY

East Mesa   6:00 PM to 8:00 PM   GA*: TOPIC/COMMENT/THERAPY
Mesa Fire Station Community Room 10434 East Baseline, Mesa, AZ
(West of Signal Butte on Baseline)

Glendale  7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, GA*: THERAPY, Also GAM-ANON**(Separate room from GA)
Christ The Redeemer Lutheran Church - Rooms 8 and 9
8801 N. 43rd Ave just south of Dunlap/Olive (east side of 43rd Ave.)

Phoenix Women's Meeting( Spanish Speaking) 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, En Español, GA*: Therapy/Step. Mount of Olives Church, 3546 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, Arizona, Between 35st and 36st.

Phoenix    5:45 PM to 6:45 PM GA*  BEGINNER'S MEETING & OPEN DISCUSSION  NO GAMANON
1ST CHRISTIAN CHURCH - Flynn House 6750 N. 7 AVE., PHX, AZ
(South of Glendale Rd. - North of church at the Flynn House )
followed by the Regular 7:00 P.M. GA meeting

Phoenix  7:00 PM to 9:00 PM GA*: THERAPY, NO GAM-ANON**
1ST CHRISTIAN CHURCH - Flynn House 6750 N. 7 AVE., PHX, AZ
(South of Glendale Rd. - North of church at the Flynn House )

Tempe    7:15 P.M. to 9:15 PM  GA*/Gam-Anon**: TOPIC/THERAPY
DESERT CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH   8600 S. McClintock, Tempe AZ
(just North of Warner - at the Educational Bldg. Room 5 and 6)

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Sun City   4:00 PM - 5:00 PM  GA* TOPIC/COMMENT NO GAMANON
St. JOACHIM & St. ANNE'S CHURCH 11625 111th Ave.,Sun City, AZ
(Between Grand Ave. and Sun City Blvd.)

Sun City   6:30 PM - 8:30 PM  GA*/GAMANON** TOPIC/THERAPY
Sun Health Boswell Hospital 10401 W. Thunderbird., Sun City, AZ
(South Parking Lot, Enter East Door, Pinion Rm, Second Floor). Gamanon meets in Ponderosa Room.

Phoenix 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM THERAPY/COMMENT GA*/ Gamanon***:
NORTH HILLS CHURCH  15025 N. 19TH AVE., Building "F", /Rm.104, PHX, AZ
(Enter from 19th - 1st Eastbound Road South of Greenway)

Phoenix  6:15 PM - 7:15 PM Beginner's meeting for GA* Open Discussion
CROSS IN THE DESERT CHURCH  12835 N. 32 ST, PHX, AZ
(North of Cactus - Rear of Parking Lot)