There are both Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous meetings in English and in Spanish on the island. Here is a link to the English speaking Cozumel AA website: http://www.aacozumel.org You can find meeting schedules, contacts and directions to the meeting room here, as well as information on CODA, Al-Anon and NA.
Chrysalis Foundation
The Cozumel Chrysalis Group is a non-profit organization that helps children to receive an education. There are many families in Cozumel who lack the financial ability to send their children to public school. Chrysalis assists students who desire to better their lives through education. Mexican public school students are required to pay fees for registration and special exams in addition to providing their own uniforms, classroom supplies and some books. The scholastic financial support and materials provided by Chrysalis directly benefit the students allowing them to focus on learning and achieving their potential.
Offers ambulance and medical services to those in need. Extremely worthy organization, dedicated to bettering the lives of Cozumel inhabitants. April is their monthly fund drive, and their Annual Casino Night is not to be missed. http://www.cruzrojacozumel.org/
Cozumel Humane Society
A 100% donation animal shelter that offers free spay/neuter clincs and runs mostly on volunteers. Twice a year, the Cozumel Humane Society hosts fundraisers, the Annual Art Auction in the Spring and the Giant Christmas Party, with a buffet and dancing. http://www.humanecozumel.org/
Ferries
Iron Team L’Aak - Iron Team “L’Aak” consists of 15 triathletes representing Quintana Roo, 11 team members are from Cancun and 4 from Cozumel. The Cozumel team members are: Adolfo Castillo, who completed the race in only 12:29, Hugo Rodriguez, who finished in 13:35, Andre de Fernex, with a time of 14:31, Irma Portilla, who came in at 14:50 and Nelly Becerra, who, completed the swim and bike portions, but didn’t finish the marathon part due to an injury. They still have team shirts available, so you can show your team spirit, and get ready for next year. Check out their Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/#/group.php?gid=177367826851
Police (066 for Emergencies)
Profeco, “Procuraduria Federal de Consumidor,” has both a webpage in English and Spanish and has the ability to fine merchants who have been deemed to have fraudulent business practices.
SEA – Spanish English Academy
The SEA – Spanish English Academy has both English and Spanish classes and they are always looking for volunteers, on a drop in basis, so their students can listen to native English speakers. It’s super informal, and a great way to help out island kids. For more information, contact Matthew at
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They also have a fun cooking class as well.
Taxis
Did you know that here in Cozumel there are 639 taxis, 45 vans for special services, 4 charter buses, 3 buses Comando style and 10 vans suitable for people in wheelchairs? All of these vehicles are under the jurisdiction of the Taxi Union “Lic. Adolfo Lopez Mateos,” which has been operating in Cozumel for over 40 years. Their website, which is in English and Spanish offers information on their services, how to contact them, and even a current price tariff.: http://www.taxicozumel.com/principal.html
