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Types of AA Meetings

Big Book: In Alabama, AA meetings may use the Big Book to facilitate discussion. This book contains dozens of inspiration stories of how past clients have recovered from alcohol use disorder.

Closed: In Alabama, closed AA meetings are not open to the general public. Only AA members or individuals seeking help for alcohol addiction can attend. This allows members to expand upon certain phases of their condition that other alcoholics can best understand. All members are encouraged to participate and the meetings are informal.

Open: Open AA meetings in Alabama are accessible to anyone in the community. This may include individuals seeking help for an alcohol use disorder as well as their friends, spouses, and family members. These meetings provide a general overview of AA’s 12 step recovery model and allow time for members to share their stories.

Speaker: AA speaker meetings in Alabama can motivate participants to strengthen their resolve against alcohol. Speakers are often AA alumni and use a mix of humor, spirituality, encouragement, and emotions to inspire their listeners.

Wheelchair Access: AA facilities in Alabama that have wheelchair access allow all participants to safely and navigate meeting halls, restrooms, and any additional amenities. The center will have ramps and designated parking spots.

Women: Women’s AA meetings in Alabama are peer support meetings for women affected by alcohol addiction. The meetings use a 12-step curriculum to guide women through all stages of alcoholism recovery. They are open to all women free of charge, including women of all ages.