Gratitude Group

Types of AA Meetings

Closed: Closed AA meetings in Tennessee are restricted to members only, as well as anyone who recognizes they have a drinking problem and is ready to find help. Leaders will facilitate the discussion, which usually focuses on an aspect of alcoholism and recovery.

Concurrent with Al-Anon: AA meetings might be concurrent with Al-Anon, an organization composed of family members affected by relatives with alcohol use disorder. In these meetings, participants from both organizations discuss the challenges and successes they have experienced.

Literature: Tennessee literature-led AA meetings are support meetings for people who are impacted by alcohol addiction. These meetings are open to all at no cost to attend, welcoming people of all ages and genders. They use literature written by AA founders and leaders, including the Big Book of AA, to guide a 12-step recovery program.