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The Answering Service Committee maintains the "Twelve Step" response list and the scheduling of hot line phone commitments. This committee assures that when CJI receives a call for help that someone is there to give the needed help. When a ride is needed to a detox or rehab or a meeting, when a drunk cries for help, CJI answers.

A list of recovering alcoholics that are willing to provide assistance in various forms is kept at the CJI office. When a cry for help comes in, these people are contacted and given the information for follow-up.

The Answering Service Committee provides a necessary service to still suffering alcoholics by maintaining an accurate listing of volunteers and assuring that the hot line is always available when needed.

Call Forwarding and Nightwatch

Call forwarding will have two shifts daily and on weekends. The first will be from 10:00 A.M. until 4:55 P.M., and the second shift will be from 5:00 P.M. until 9:55 P.M. These shifts will not take the place of existing office commitments and the office commitment will take precedent.

Nightwatch will begin at 10:00 P.M. and run until 9:55 A.M. the next morning; however, the Hotline can be turned over to the answering service earlier if necessary (for work, etc.). Groups are encouraged to participate and can sign up for a weeks’ worth of coverage.

Each person who participates will have a folder with all the contact numbers and lists they will need to assist callers.

If you or your group is interested contact the Intergroup office; we will be happy to train you.

(Click below for the evening phone commitment schedule)