Question 1

Are 12-step meetings free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All meetings listed here are free to attend. There are no fees, no membership, and no referrals required. Some groups pass a basket for voluntary contributions toward room hire costs, but this is optional.

Question 2

Do I have to speak?

Accepted Answer

No. You can come and listen without saying anything. Nobody will call on you or expect you to take part. Most people who are new just sit and take things in.

Question 3

Are meetings anonymous?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Anonymity is a core principle. What is said in the room stays in the room. You can use your first name only, and there is no registration or record-keeping.

Question 4

Which fellowships meet in Tyne and Wear?

Accepted Answer

In Tyne and Wear you can find meetings for CA, SMART, GA, NA, AA, SLAA, AlAnon, CoDA, MA and OA, and more. Some groups meet in person, others online, and many offer both. New fellowships are added as we find them.

12-step meetings in Tyne and Wear.

Meetings in Tyne and Wear