AA Meetings Loyola, CA

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

The closest AA meeting to you is 0.82 miles away and meets on Sunday at 7:00:00 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: Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Monta Vista, and Mountain View.

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

What is an AA Meeting?

An AA Meeting is a program where alcoholics and people who struggle with substance abuse gather for one hour to share their experience, strength, and hope. AA Members who attend an Alcoholic's Anonymous meeting in Loyola, 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 life without alcohol.

The Best Method of Choosing an AA Meeting in Loyola, CA

Alcohol Addiction is a disease of the mind, body, and soul. AA has developed meetings to assist with each individual piece of your sobriety. If you are in search of a meeting on the first three steps, beginner meetings are for you. If you are looking to focus on your spiritual side, attending a meditation meeting can help. If you are in search of stories of inspiration for overcoming alcoholism, a speaker meeting is where you need to be. If you are through 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 only people of your gender will be present. The fact of the matter is there is a meeting for everyone. Try different meetings out until you find one that you find most beneficial.

How to benefit the most from your initial AA meeting in Loyola, CA

To benefit the most from your initial AA meeting you need to walk in willing to accept change and be open minded. Make sure to be ready to arrive early and stay late 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 phone numbers 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.