Buda Support Groups
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Recovery Support Meetings near Buda, TX
Communities and Relatives Empowered for Support with Substance Misuse (CARES) is a volunteer-led organization. Our program offers healing, education, and support for families and caregivers impacted by addiction, not just in Texas, but throughout the United States. Below, you will find a comprehensive list of Buda support groups for loved ones of those affected by addiction.
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Join CARES on Mondays in Austin
CARES holds weekly events, where you can listen to expert speakers, build community, and access real tools for navigating recovery. We invite you to join CARES on Mondays in Austin, Texas, about 15 to 16 miles away from Buda.
Speaker Schedule
The Cornerstone CARES speaker series is an initiative we launched in collaboration with the Texas CARES program and the Steve Hicks School of Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. Our speakers are professionals and people who have overcome the situations that family members and caregivers affected by addiction find themselves in.
We are always adding new events. Here, you can see our speaker schedule or click on the resources discussed by our speakers.
Invitation to Change
The CARES program incorporates the Integration to Change Model, or ITC. It is not a psychotherapy group or general support group. Instead, ITC combines elements of evidence-based treatments, such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Community Reinforcement and Family Training, to empower loved ones of those affected by addiction to encourage positive change.
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Buda Support Groups for Families Impacted by Addiction
In addition to our weekly meetings, here are some options for those seeking Buda support groups for families impacted by addiction. CARES is not affiliated with the following groups or fellowships.
Al Anon: Buda, Texas
Al-Anon Family Groups are a free resource and 12-step fellowship for loved ones affected by someone else’s alcoholism. There are regular Al-Anon meetings in Buda, Texas, and the surrounding areas, with options including but not limited to:
St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church
725 FM 967
Buda, TX, 78610
Saturdays at 10:30 AM
Hays Hills Baptist Church
1401 FM-1626
Buda, TX, 78610
Tuesdays at 6:30 PM
Building D – Fellowship Room
Bethany Lutheran Church
3701 W Slaughter Lane
Austin, TX, 78749, USA
Mondays at 12:00 PM
Please confirm meeting details before attending, as they are subject to change. To verify meeting times and locations, or to explore additional Al-Anon meetings in or near Buda, TX, go to https://texas-al-anon.org/meetings/.
Alateen
Alateen, associated with Al-Anon, is a resource for teenagers affected by someone else’s alcoholism. Here are some Alateen meetings near the Buda, Texas area.
Northland AA Clubhouse
2809 Northland Drive
Austin, TX, 78756, USA
Sundays 12:00 PM
Age range 12-20.
Dripping Springs Presbyterian Church
26650 Ranch Road 12
Dripping Springs, TX, 78620
Room 4
Tuesdays 6:45 PM
Age range 13-18.
Meeting times and locations are subject to change. Confirm meeting details or explore additional Alateen meetings here: https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/find-an-alateen-meeting/.
Nar Anon: Buda, Texas
Nar-Anon is a free resource and 12-step fellowship for loved ones affected by someone else’s drug addiction. If you are looking for Nar Anon near Buda, Texas, one of the following meetings may be suitable for you.
Austin Nar Anon Family Group
Bethany Lutheran Church
3701 W. Slaughter
Austin, Texas 78749
Tuesdays at 6:00 PM
South Texas Nar-Anon Family Virtual
Virtual (Texas 78737)
Contact Pam at txjellybean@gmail.com for the virtual meeting link.
Tuesdays at 6:00 PM
Meeting times and locations are subject to change. Use the following page to confirm meeting details or to explore additional Nar-Anon meetings accessible to residents of Buda, TX: https://www.nar-anon.org/find-a-meeting.
Adult Children of Alcoholics
Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families, or ACA, is a 12-step fellowship that focuses on emotional sobriety. Focused on emotional sobriety, ACA is for anyone who wishes to recover from the effects of growing up in an alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional home. Options accessible to those in Buda may include, but aren’t limited to:
Tuesday ACAD (Online)
890 1067 7507
390395
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89010677507?pwd=XqbaOk150ckqQrVvWzAkKjYQSVMpY7.1
Balcones
2525 Wallingwood Drive
Austin, Texas, 78746
Mondays at 7:00 PM
Wimberly Presbyterian Church*
956 FM 2325
Wimberley, Texas, 8676
Mondays at 7:00 PM
*Hybrid, can also be joined online
South Austin Church
6711 Manchaca Road
Austin, Texas, 8745
Tuesdays at 7:00 PM
Westlake ACA Literature Meeting
2525 Wallingwood Drive
Austin, Texas, 78746
Tuesdays at 6:30 PM
To confirm ACA meeting details, or to explore additional meetings near Buda, TX, go to: https://adultchildren.org/meeting-search/.
For online and telephone-only ACA meetings, go here: https://adultchildren.org/virtual-meetings-calendar/.
Families Anonymous
Families Anonymous is a 12-step fellowship for family members and friends of those with substance abuse and related behavioral problems. While there are no FA meetings in Buda at this time, there are in-person meetings in Chandler, Plano, Dallas, and Lubbock, as well as virtual meetings.
You can find meeting directories for online, in-person, and niche FA groups here: https://familiesanonymous.org/meetings/meeting-directories/.
SMART Recovery Family & Friends
SMART Recovery Family & Friends is an alternative to 12-step fellowships. These meetings are open to loved ones of those experiencing substance abuse and problematic behaviors, such as gambling. If you’re looking for SMART Recovery Family & Friends groups near Buda, one of the following options may be suitable for you.
Meeting #7302 (National)
Meeting #6806 (National)
Meeting #5490 (Austin)
For an up-to-date list of both the nearest in-person SMART Recovery Family & Friends meetings and online options, go to the SMART Recovery website and click “Find a SMART Meeting.”
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Contact CARES for Buda Support Groups
Formed in Austin, CARES strives to be a nationwide resource for caregivers and family members of persons affected by addiction. We’re here to foster a sense of community and create a space where those who love and protect can come to feel loved and protected. Contact CARES for Buda support groups and additional recovery resources today at 512-232-3532.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I get to Austin from Buda?
You can get from Austin, Texas, to Buda, Texas, via I-35 N. If you need help getting to any of our events or have a question, please call CARES or contact us online.
Can I attend multiple Buda support groups for loved ones?
Absolutely. Many people find value in attending more than one type of support group.
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The overarching mission of CARES is to create an environment where “those who love and protect can feel love and protection.” Each gathering is a step towards helping caregivers find clarity and confidence in their roles, equipping them with the knowledge to navigate the recovery landscape without the burden of doubt.
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