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Types of AA Meetings

Big Book: In Colorado AA centers, clients may participate in Big Book discussions. This text features real men and women who overcame alcohol use disorder and can inspire clients to strengthen their resolve.

Discussion: AA discussion meetings in Colorado are based on a central topic related to alcohol addiction and recovery. A member will open the meeting by reading a related passage from a relevant AA text, such as the Big Book or Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions. Then, other members can share their input on the subject as they feel led.

Grapevine: Grapevine is a monthly magazine published by AA. Its contents, written by AA members, generally feature the experiences of individuals with alcohol use disorder, and articles are often discussed in AA meetings.

Men: Colorado AA meetings provide 12 Step Programs to facilitate recovery from alcohol use disorder at no cost. Select meetings may be available only to men of all ages to focus on issues that primarily affect men.

Newcomer: In Colorado, AA newcomer meetings help individuals who are just starting recovery learn more about how AA works and what to expect in the 12 step program. They can share their experiences, learn about available resources, and receive literature to help them on their journey.

Open: Open AA meetings in Colorado aren’t restricted to members only. Instead, anyone from the community is welcome to attend and learn more about how AA works and what the 12 step recovery model includes. This includes friends, family members, and spouses of individuals seeking alcohol addiction treatment.

Step Meeting: In Colorado, step meetings are provided in AA programs. In step meetings, clients read passages from AA texts, talk about their own progress in that step, and suggest strategies for future progress.

Women: Colorado women’s AA meetings are community support meetings for women who are impacted by alcohol addiction. Free of charge for all women, these meetings use a 12-step program to help women at all stages of alcoholism recovery, offering a safe and productive space for community support for women of all ages.