AA Meetings Parma, MO

Below is a comprehensive directory of AA meetings in Parma, Missouri.

The closest AA meeting to you is 44.84 miles away and meets on Wednesday at 7:30:00 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: Risco, Catron, Tallapoosa, and Malden.

Additional local resources: Parma NA Meetings | Parma 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 discuss their experience, strength, and hope. AA Members who attend an Alcoholic's Anonymous meeting in Parma, MO will share their experience getting sober through their personal anecdotes with anyone looking to get sober. There is no religion, creed or race, for membership, just the wish to get sober, and live a fulfilling life without alcohol.

How to Choose an Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting in Parma, MO

Alcoholism is a disease of the mind, body, and soul. Alcoholics Anonymous has developed 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 can help. 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 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. The fact of the matter is there is a meeting for everyone. Try a few meetings out until you find one that fits your needs.

How to benefit the most from your first Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in Parma, MO

To benefit the most from your first Alcoholics Anonymous meeting you need to walk through the front door willing to accept change and be open minded. Make sure to give yourself extra time at the start and end 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. The final thing to remember is don’t hesitate to raise your hand and speak, share the story that lead you through their doors that day.