Al-anon can provide information and support which will increase the chances of marital stability. Marriage help is available through education about addiction, support from others who are dealing with similar issues, and others who want to see your marriage succeed. If your marriage needs help because of an alcohol addiction in one of your children, for example, Al-anon will provide the strength you need to help get through this tough time together. Take a trip to the library and see what information you can find. Articles on the internet are available specifically designed to educate couples about issues in their marriage. Educate yourself on the topics that give you and your wife the most trouble. If you and your wife argue about disciplining the children, why not take a child development class or read up on the topic online. A therapist is available in your local area that can meet you in the evening or on the weekends. Maybe you can schedule a meeting with a clergy member from your church. Their schedules may be more flexible than a traditional therapist offering marriage help. Frequently, pastors and other religious leaders have been taught to provide marriage help and family counseling. Expense associated with a seminar or workshop and travel may be too great for their budget. Other couples prefer to get away for a weekend while they work on their marriage relationship. What kind of help is available at a marriage help seminar or workshop? The topics vary from workshop to workshop. Most marriage help seminars focus on communication between partners. Consult a therapist, religious leader, or other professional as soon as possible for marriage help. Is the intimacy in your relationship at a level you are comfortable with? Sex and intimacy are different, but closely related. If you feel that you and your partner share personal thoughts, feelings, and dreams, this is a good sign that your intimacy level is just where it needs to be. A social worker, counselor, or therapist can be useful at this time. If your marriage needs help to make your spouse's last days as pleasurable as possible, you can find the marriage help you need. Contact your local Human Services Department for information or a referral. They can help you find someone you and your spouse can speak with freely and openly.