AA Meetings Castroville, CA

Below is a comprehensive directory of AA meetings in Castroville, California.

The closest AA meeting to you is 2.98 miles away and meets on Sunday at 6:30:00 PM.

If you can't find a meeting close to you at the time you're looking for, we recommend checking out nearby towns including: Moss Landing, Elkhorn, Marina, and Prunedale.

Additional local resources: Castroville NA Meetings | Castroville Al-Anon Meetings

What is an AA Meeting?

A meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous is an assembly where alcoholics and people who struggle with drug use gather for one hour to share their experience, strength, and hope. AA Members who attend an Alcoholic's Anonymous meeting in Castroville, CA will share their experience getting sober through their personal anecdotes with anyone seeking help with a drinking problem. There is no religious, social or economic association for membership, just the wish to get sober, and live a fulfilling life without alcohol.

How to Choose an Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting in Castroville, CA

Alcohol Addiction is a disease of the mind, body, and soul. Alcoholics Anonymous has curated meetings to guide you through each individual piece of your sobriety. If you are looking for a meeting on the first 3 steps, beginner meetings are for you. If you are looking to focus on your spiritual side, attending a meditation meeting would be an ideal choice. If you want to hear other people's journeys to sobriety, a speaker meeting is the right place for you. If you have completed your steps and are now working on the traditions of AA, a traditions meetings will help. If you want to attend a single gender group, you can go to a men’s or women's meeting where no one of the opposite gender will be there. All in all there is a meeting for everyone. Try different meetings out until you find one that fits your needs.

How to get the most out of your first Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in Castroville, CA

To get the most out of your first Alcoholics Anonymous meeting you need to walk in with an open mind, and the willingness to change. Make sure to arrive 30 minutes early and stay 30 minutes after because there is always a “before” and “after” for every meeting, where the members of the group gather outside and talk. Make sure during opening remarks that you raise your hand to introduce yourself as a new member of AA. Don't forget to inquire about a meeting list, with contact information of the group members. Last, but certainly not least don’t be afraid to raise your hand and speak, let the group know what lead you to your first AA meeting.