AA Meetings Bethel, VT

Below is a comprehensive directory of AA meetings in Bethel, Vermont.

The closest AA meeting to you is 6.25 miles away and meets on Tuesday 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: South Royalton, Randolph, East Randolph, and Rochester.

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

What is an AA Meeting?

An AA Meeting 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 Bethel, VT will share their experience getting sober through their personal anecdotes with anyone looking to get sober. There is no religious, social or economic association for membership, just the wish to stop drinking, and live a productive life without alcohol.

How to Choose an Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting in Bethel, VT

Alcoholism is a disease of the mind, body, and soul. Alcoholics Anonymous has developed meetings to help with each individual piece of your sobriety. If you are in search of a meeting on the first three steps, you should select a beginner meeting. If you are looking to explore your spiritual side, attending a meditation meeting can help. If you want to hear other people's journeys to sobriety, a speaker meeting is the right place for you. 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 no one of the opposite gender will be there. Likely, 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 initial Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in Bethel, VT

To get the most out of your initial Alcoholics Anonymous meeting you need to walk in willing to accept change and be open minded. 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. The last thing to remember is don’t hesitate to raise your hand and speak, share the story that lead you to this meeting.