Resources & Community Support
A Note on Our Resources:
Recovery looks different for everyone. Below, you’ll find trusted local Akron community partners, emergency support lines, and a link to the official LifeRing bookstore to help you build a recovery plan that works for you.
Emergency & Crisis Support
If you or someone you know is in immediate crisis, help is available 24/7.
Summit County ADM Board & Local Crisis Services
Immediate local support and crisis intervention for Summit County residents.
24/7 Support Line: Call or text 988
Visit Summit ADM Board(Opens in new tab)
LifeRing National Crisis Resources
A curated collection of national support hotlines, secular crisis networks, and harm reduction resources.
Crisis Resources on LifeRing.org(Opens in new tab)
Local Akron Support & Partners
Summit Recovery Hub
Akron’s hybrid meeting host and a vibrant physical space in Akron dedicated to supporting individuals and families in recovery.
What they offer: Community events, peer support, and a safe space to connect.
Visit Summit Recovery Hub(Opens in new tab)
LifeRing Inc Literature & Support
Official LifeRing Literature
Note: Copies of these books are available for purchase directly at our local Akron meetings. You can also order them online below.
Empowering Your Sober Self(by Martin Nicolaus)
The foundational overview of the LifeRing approach to addiction recovery.
Recovery by Choice: A Workbook(by Martin Nicolaus)
A step-by-step practical workbook to help you build your personalized recovery plan.
An inspiring look at secular recovery, proving that lasting sobriety without religion is readily achievable.
A helpful guide for meeting convenors and participants on the dynamics of LifeRing check-in meetings.
LifeRing Secular Recovery
Access national resources, online meeting directories, and nationwide support forums hosted by the central LifeRing organization.
What they offer: Daily online Zoom meetings, email discussion groups, and recovery blog.
Visit LifeRing.org (Opens in new tab)
Disclaimer: LifeRing Akron is an independent, peer-led local hub. We provide these external links solely as a convenience to our community. LifeRing Akron does not operate or manage external websites or emergency services.