You Are Not Alone Group Hamden

Types of AA Meetings

Discussion: In Connecticut, AA discussion meetings revolve around one specific topic. A member serving as the leader will open the meeting by referencing an AA text, such as AA Grapevine, the Big Book, or Daily Reflections. Then, other members can participate and share their own feelings about the topic and its relation to their recovery journey.

Men: Men of all ages may join AA chapters to recover from alcohol use disorder at no charge. In Connecticut, these AA chapters provide 12 Step Programs that focus on men’s health and long-term recovery.

Open: In Connecticut, open AA meetings are available to any interested member of the public, including individuals who aren’t seeking treatment for an alcohol use disorder. This gives participants the opportunity to learn more about AA and the 12 step model of recovery.