Women in the Solution

Types of AA Meetings

12 Steps & 12 Traditions: Kentucky's AA programs embrace the 12 Steps and Traditions, a recovery philosophy that is structured, supportive, and rooted in behavioral sciences. AA programs provide a welcoming environment where essential skills for continued sobriety are preached, practiced, and embraced.

Big Book: The Big Book is a collection of stories about men and women who overcame alcoholism. AA centers in Kentucky use the Big Book to inspire clients during group discussions.

Discussion: AA discussion meetings in Kentucky give all members the chance to reflect on their alcohol addiction recovery journeys and share their hopes for the future. Leaders will normally open the meetings by reading from an AA text, such as the Big Book. Once they share their input on the topic, they’ll allow others to join the discussion.

Wheelchair Access: In Kentucky, AA centers may provide wheelchair access for non-ambulatory clients. Access may include ramps, designated parking spaces, and a safe layout for meeting halls, restrooms, and other amenities.

Women: Women’s AA meetings in Kentucky are peer support meetings for women who are affected by alcoholism, including women who are addicted to alcohol and those who have loved ones with alcohol addiction. Held at various community locations, these meetings use a 12-step addiction recovery curriculum and are open to all women at no charge.