Essentials of Recovery

Types of AA Meetings

12 Steps & 12 Traditions: Missouri's AA programs offer 12 Step and Tradition programs that provide a pathway to sobriety for those in need. AA meetings offer a supportive community for individuals and their loved ones, promoting understanding and healing.

Babysitting Available: AA centers might have pre-existing available babysitting services, which they make available for members during meetings. Services vary in terms of cost, ages of children accepted, and amenities for babysitters, members, and children.

Big Book: Missouri AA programs often have Big Book discussions to inspire clients. The Big Book contains dozens of stories about women and men who overcame alcohol use disorder.

Discussion: AA discussion meetings in Missouri allow clients to share their thoughts and feelings on a particular subject related to alcohol addiction and recovery. The leader will open the meeting by sharing their personal reflections on the subject, which usually comes from an AA text. Then, they’ll encourage others to participate.

Open: Open AA meetings in Missouri are accessible to anyone in the community. During this time, AA members will share their experiences and recovery journeys with the group, allowing attendees to learn firsthand how the program works, what the 12 step recovery model includes, and how they can support their friend or loved one seeking help for alcohol addiction.

Speaker: Missouri AA programs often feature motivational speakers to reinforce their members’ sobriety. By using humor, raw emotions, charm, and faith, speakers can inspire their listeners to harden their resolve against a relapse.

Wheelchair Access: In Missouri, non-ambulatory clients may participate in AA meetings via wheelchair access. The center may provide ramps, designated parking, and an open layout to enable full participation.