Support Groups in India

Contact details for English-speaking support groups and meetings for AA (Alcoholics Anonymous), drug aid, cancer support meetings, AIDS and more…

Alcoholics Anonymous

The Indian chapter of Alcoholics Anonymous conducts open-speaker and discussion meetings that welcome anyone who wishes to address a drinking problem.

• Alcoholics Anonymous
  Tel: (022) 2307 5134 and (022) 2301 6767 (helpline)
  email
  To find a local branch: Click here

Disabled Support Groups

The Astha National Trust Disability Helpline provides support, information and counselling to people with disabilities and their families.

• Astha National Trust Disability
  Tel: (011) 2646 6250 (Monday to Friday 09:00-16:00)
  email

Drug Abuse

The Freedom Foundation offers information and counselling on drug addiction and alcohol abuse.

• For a list of its offices: Click here

HIV/AIDS

There are many support groups across India for people living with HIV/AIDS and their families.

Cancer Support

The Indian Cancer Society provides a list of cancer support groups on its website: Click here

Victim Support

Victim Support India provides victims and their families with support, information, referrals and financial assistance.

• Victim Support India
  Tel: (044) 6456 1095
  email

Family Planning and Sexual Health

The TARSHI website provides many valuable resources on issues related to a variety of aspects concerning sexual health.

• For more information: Click here

Women’s Support Groups

Vimochana offers emotional and legal support to women in distress.

• Vimochana
  Tel: (080) 2549 2781/2549 4266/2549 6934
  email

Gay and Lesbian

There are many support groups for gay and lesbian men and women across India. A useful list of organisations, support groups and helplines is available at this link: Click here

• Mumbai Support Groups