AA Meetings Laguna Woods, CA

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

The closest AA meeting to you is 0.06 miles away and meets on WEDNESDAY at 1:15 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: Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, El Toro, and Mission Viejo.

Additional local resources: Laguna Woods NA Meetings | Laguna Woods Al-Anon Meetings

What is an AA Meeting?

An Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting is an assembly where alcoholics and people who struggle with substance abuse gather for one hour to express their experience, strength, and hope. AA Members who attend an Alcoholic's Anonymous meeting in Laguna Woods, CA will share their experience getting sober through their personal stories with anyone seeking help with a drinking problem. There is no religious, social or economic association for membership, just the want to achieve sobriety, and live a productive existence without alcohol.

The Best Method of Selecting an AA Meeting in Laguna Woods, CA

Alcohol Addiction is a disease of the mind, body, and soul. AA has curated meetings to guide you through each individual piece of your independence from alcohol. If you are looking for a meeting on the 1st three steps, beginner meetings are for you. If you are looking to focus on your spiritual side, attending a meditation meeting would be a good choice. If you want to hear stories of inspiration for overcoming alcoholism, a speaker meeting is a good starting point. If you have completed your steps and are now working on the traditions of AA, a traditions meetings will be beneficial. If you want to attend a group with just your gender, you can go to a men’s or women's meeting where you wont find anyone of the opposite gender there. Likely, there is a meeting for everyone. Try a few meetings out until you find one that you feel most comfortable at.

How to get the most out of your first AA meeting in Laguna Woods, CA

To get the most out of your first AA 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 announcements 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. The last thing to remember is don’t hesitate to raise your hand and speak, let the group know what lead you through their doors that day.