Vernon Alano Club provides space for addiction recovery programs

The Vernon Alano Club is hosting more than 1,800 meetings each year to support individuals recovering from addiction, the Vernon Morning Star reported. The center provides a safe and welcoming space for participants following seven different 12-step programs. [1]

Lee Casperson, a 60-year-old chief financial officer for a local automotive group, shared his experience during an open house at the facility, according to the Vernon Morning Star. He had his first drink at six years old, which led to a long struggle with alcoholism before he sought help. [1]

Another member of Alcoholics Anonymous brought Casperson to the Vernon Alano Club, where attending meetings became an important part of his recovery, the Vernon Morning Star reported. He is now eight years sober and described the venue as a non-judgmental environment. [1]