The Vermont Area is part of the worldwide fellowship of Al-Anon Family Groups.

The foundation of the Al-Anon Family Groups structure is the membership. The basic unit is the Al-Anon or Alateen group, which may consist of any two or more individuals coming together for mutual help. (Read more: Al-Anon and Alateen Groups at Work p63)

Areas are comprised of groups and Districts in a determined location that can be geographically or non-geographically defined. (Read more: Al-Anon and Alateen Groups at Work p67)

Al‑Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc. is a spiritually based organization that helps the families and friends of alcoholics connect and support each other through barrier free meetings, information, and shared experiences. (Read More in Vision)