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Types of AA Meetings

12 Steps & 12 Traditions: Washington DC’s AA 12 Step and Traditions program invites individuals to join a community dedicated to recovery. Through peer and mentor-led meetings held regularly, support and encouragement allow individuals to continue on their path to recovery.

Big Book: In Washington D.C., clients in AA programs often read and discuss the Big Book. This anthology features real people who overcame alcohol use disorder and can be a source of inspiration.

Discussion: AA discussion meetings in Washington, D.C. are based on a key topic determined beforehand by the group leader. This topic will relate to alcoholism and recovery and may tie back to an AA text, such as Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions. The leader will share to open the discussion, and then all members are welcome to participate.

Literature: AA literature meetings in Washington DC are support group meetings for people in the community who are affected by alcohol addiction. These meetings are free to attend and offer a study of the Big Book of AA and other recovery writings by AA founders and leaders as part of a 12-step addiction recovery program.

Living Sober: AA centers may have selected sessions set aside for Living Sober discussions. This text is secular in nature, and focuses on practical ways that members have used to stay sober one day at a time.

Open: Open AA meetings in Washington, D.C. are accessible to anyone in the community. Attendees do not have to be members of AA to attend. These meetings are educational and informative, allowing current members to share their personal stories and experiences. Individuals looking for help with alcohol addiction can attend, along with anyone who wants to understand more about AA.

Wheelchair Access: Non-ambulatory clients in Washington D.C. have wheelchair access in many AA centers. These features may include exterior ramps, designated parking spots, and open interior layouts for safe navigation in meeting halls and restrooms.