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Young people’s AA in Wokingham

You Don’t Have to Drink to Belong

Wondering about alcohol? Meet people who understand at Wokingham Baptist Church, RG40 1DE, on Saturdays at 12:30 pm. You can come along just to listen.

Find Understanding, Not Judgment

Alcoholics Anonymous began with people helping one another through shared experience. That same idea is at the heart of this young people’s meeting: a supportive space to talk honestly about alcohol, or simply listen, without pressure to explain yourself. Whether you’re thinking about stopping drinking or just curious about your relationship with alcohol, you can meet others who understand. For meeting details, email youngpersons.tvalley@aamail.org.

No Rock Bottom Required

You Can Come Along Even If You’re Unsure

You don’t have to hit rock bottom, be certain you have a problem, or drink before coming to an AA meeting. If alcohol has raised questions for you, you’re welcome to find out more and hear from people who have been there.

What happens at a young people’s AA meeting?

Step 1

Come to Wokingham Baptist Church as you are. You do not need to book, prepare anything or know what to say.

Step 2

Take a seat and listen to other young people talk about their experiences. It is fine to stay quiet.

Step 3

If you want to share, you can. If not, just listen. You are welcome either way.

Young People’s AA Meeting in Wokingham

Every Saturday at 12:30 p.m.

Wokingham Baptist Church, RG40 1DE. Come along to listen, meet people who understand and take things at your own pace.

Free to attend

Questions you might have

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Do I have to speak at the meeting?

No. You can simply listen. Share only if and when you feel comfortable.

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Is what I say kept confidential?

AA asks everyone to respect each other’s anonymity and not repeat who they see or what they hear at a meeting.

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Am I too young to attend?

This meeting is for young people. You do not need to have reached a particular age to ask about coming; email youngpersons.tvalley@aamail.org if you are unsure.

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Do I need to decide whether I’m an alcoholic?

No. You can come and listen while you work out whether AA might be helpful for you.

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Do I have to stop drinking before I come?

No. You do not have to be sober already to seek help. If you want to stop drinking, you are welcome.

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Will I have to join or keep coming back?

No. There is no membership form or commitment to attend again. You can take one meeting at a time.

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Does it cost anything?

No. AA meetings are free to attend, and you do not need to pay to take part.

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What if I don’t know anyone there?

That is okay. Many people come to their first meeting alone. You can sit down, listen and settle in at your own pace.

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Where can I ask a question beforehand?

Email youngpersons.tvalley@aamail.org if you would like to ask about the meeting before you come.

Phone

Questions? Email us for a hand finding the meeting.

Address

Saturday at 12:30 pm · Wokingham Baptist Church, Wokingham RG40 1DE