AA Meetings Near Me Carolina Beach, NC

Find AA meetings near you in Carolina Beach, NC — free, confidential, and open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking. Search local AA groups, AA Zoom meetings, and online AA meetings in Carolina Beach at churches, community centers, and virtual spaces. Whether you're new to recovery or looking to reconnect, find alcohol support groups nearby that offer guidance and accountability.

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AA Meetings in Carolina Beach, NC

Meeting Times in Carolina Beach Near You

Looking for the right time? 12pm is perfect for a midday break—many people catch meetings during their lunch hour has the most meetings available. Looking for something later? Try 7pm for a slightly later after-work option. Need something earlier? 11am for mid-morning meetings might work better for your schedule. Sunday mornings are especially popular for those who like starting their week with recovery. Meetings between 12am-6am are pretty rare here—that's typical for overnight hours when most people are sleeping. You'll find plenty of options throughout the day and evening instead.

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AA Meetings in Carolina Beach: Your Path to Recovery

Finding the right AA meeting near me in Carolina Beach, North Carolina is an important first step on your journey to recovery. This directory lists 11 local AA meetings across 6 different locations, providing diverse support options to match your schedule, preferences, and recovery needs.

Whether you're seeking your first AA meeting or looking for additional support in your ongoing recovery, Carolina Beach's AA community welcomes newcomers and experienced members alike.

What to Expect at Your First AA Meeting in Carolina Beach

Attending your first AA meeting can feel intimidating, but AA groups in Carolina Beach typically create a welcoming, judgment-free environment for everyone seeking help with alcohol addiction. With 11 meetings throughout the week, you can find a group that fits your comfort level.

Your First Meeting

  • • Arrive a few minutes early to introduce yourself
  • • No obligation to speak - listening is perfectly acceptable
  • • Share only your first name to maintain anonymity
  • • Meetings typically last 60-90 minutes

Complete Confidentiality

Everything shared in AA meetings stays confidential. "Who you see here, what you hear here, when you leave here, let it stay here" is a fundamental principle that protects everyone's privacy and creates a safe space for honest sharing.

Types of AA Meetings Available in Carolina Beach

AA meetings in Carolina Beach include various formats to support different stages of recovery and personal preferences. Our directory currently lists 6 distinct locations where these meetings are held:

Open Meetings

Open to anyone interested in learning about AA, including family members, friends, students, and professionals. These meetings help educate the Carolina Beach community and reduce stigma around addiction recovery. Learn more →

Closed Meetings

Exclusively for individuals who identify as alcoholics or have a desire to stop drinking. Closed meetings in Carolina Beach provide a safe, intimate environment for sharing personal recovery challenges. Learn more →

Speaker Meetings

Feature one or more members sharing their complete story of alcoholism and recovery. Speaker meetings inspire hope and demonstrate that long-term sobriety is achievable. Learn more →

Discussion Meetings & Step Study

Interactive meetings focused on specific topics, the 12 Steps, or AA literature. These meetings provide deeper understanding of recovery principles and practical application.

Building Your Recovery Foundation in Carolina Beach

Regular attendance at AA meetings in Carolina Beach provides structure, accountability, and community support essential for maintaining sobriety. Many members find success by:

  • →Attending 90 meetings in 90 days - A common recommendation for newcomers to build a strong foundation
  • →Finding a home group - Regular attendance at one specific meeting creates deeper connections
  • →Getting a sponsor - One-on-one mentorship from someone with sustained sobriety
  • →Working the 12 Steps - Following AA's proven program of recovery
  • →Service work - Helping set up meetings, making coffee, or greeting newcomers strengthens recovery

Carolina Beach AA Meetings Schedule

The Carolina Beach AA meetings schedule includes 11 meetings throughout the week across 6 locations. Use our meeting finder above to view the complete Carolina Beach AA schedule filtered by day, time, and meeting type. The schedule is updated regularly to ensure accurate meeting times and locations.

Carolina Beach Meeting Schedule Features

  • Daily Meetings: AA meetings available 7 days a week in Carolina Beach
  • Morning to Night: Meetings scheduled from early morning through late evening
  • Multiple Locations: 6 venues across Carolina Beach and nearby areas
  • Real-Time Updates: Schedule data sourced from official AA intergroups

Local AA Meetings Near Me in Carolina Beach

Find local AA meetings near you in Carolina Beach, NC. Our directory helps you locate nearby AA meetings with detailed information including exact addresses, meeting times, and directions. Whether you're searching for "local AA meetings near me" or looking for specific meeting types, you'll find comprehensive coverage of the Carolina Beach area recovery community.

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Local AA groups in Carolina Beach provide support for the unique challenges of maintaining sobriety in the area. Members often share experience with finding sober activities, navigating social situations, and building a recovery network in North Carolina. With meetings at 6 different locations, you can find local AA support close to your home, work, or school.

Start Your Recovery Journey Today

You don't have to face alcohol addiction alone. AA groups in Carolina Beach provide proven support, practical tools, and genuine fellowship from people who understand exactly what you're going through because they've been there themselves.

Recovery is possible, and it starts with a single meeting. Browse the complete list of Carolina Beach AA meetings above to find a group that meets your needs. Most AA meetings welcome walk-ins, and you typically don't need to call ahead or register.

The only requirement for AA membership is a desire to stop drinking.

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Additional Recovery Resources

While AA provides crucial peer support, comprehensive recovery may include:

  • • Professional addiction counseling and therapy
  • • Medical support for alcohol withdrawal (consult healthcare providers)
  • • Al-Anon meetings for family members affected by someone's drinking
  • • Additional recovery programs that complement AA's spiritual approach
  • • Sober living communities in the Carolina Beach area

Note: The AA Directory is an independent resource and is not affiliated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc. For official AA information, visit aa.org.

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Carolina Beach AA Organizations & Intergroups

Connect with local AA organizations and intergroups serving Carolina Beach, North Carolina. These groups coordinate meetings, provide resources, and support the local AA community.

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These organizations coordinate AA meetings and provide support services in their designated regions and areas. Contact them directly for meeting updates, literature, and local AA resources.

Find More AA Meetings Near Carolina Beach

Explore additional AA meetings throughout North Carolina and South Carolina with diverse schedules, meeting types, and formats to support your recovery journey.

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AA Meetings in New Hanover County, North Carolina

Carolina Beach is located in New Hanover County, a key region within the North Carolina AA recovery network. The AA Directory serves as the most comprehensive resource for finding AA meetings throughout New Hanover County, offering detailed information about meeting times, locations, formats, and accessibility features to support your recovery journey.

Find AA Meetings by County in North Carolina

New Hanover County offers a robust network of AA meetings with various formats including open meetings, closed meetings, speaker meetings, step studies, and specialized groups for specific demographics. Whether you're seeking morning meetings before work, evening support groups, or weekend recovery sessions, New Hanover County provides comprehensive options for individuals at every stage of their sobriety journey.

Recovery Support Resources in New Hanover County

  • Meeting Variety: Access 11+ AA meetings across New Hanover County with diverse formats, times, and specialized focus groups
  • Geographic Convenience: Find meetings throughout the county including Carolina Beach and surrounding communities for maximum accessibility
  • 24/7 Support Network: County-wide meeting schedules ensure recovery support is available morning, afternoon, evening, and late night
  • Specialized Groups: Discover meetings for specific needs including LGBTQ+ friendly groups, women's meetings, men's meetings, young people, seniors, and multilingual options
  • Accessibility Features: Filter by wheelchair accessibility, sign language interpretation, and other accommodation needs

Why County-Level Meeting Information Matters

Understanding the county structure of AA meetings helps recovery seekers expand their support network beyond city limits. Many individuals in Carolina Beach attend meetings in neighboring communities within New Hanover County to find the right fit for their recovery needs. County-level organization also connects you with local AA intergroups and central offices that coordinate meeting schedules, provide 24-hour hotlines, and offer additional recovery resources specific to the region.

Local AA Resources: Looking for meetings in other parts of New Hanover County? Use the filters on this page to search by day, time, format, and meeting type. You can also explore our North Carolina AA meetings directory to find recovery support in cities throughout New Hanover County and across the entire state.

Advanced Meeting Search for Carolina Beach: The AA Directory provides sophisticated search capabilities specifically designed for finding meetings in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. This platform intelligently displays upcoming meetings based on the meeting's local timezone and current time by default, while allowing you to filter by specific days, times, or view all meetings through the advanced filtering options. Filter through 11 local meetings using 50+ criteria including 12 language options, accessibility features (wheelchair access, sign language), LGBTQ+ friendly identification, and specific meeting formats. Get instant directions via Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Waze to any of the 6 meeting locations. The directory also displays attendance confirmation availability when provided by meeting organizers, helpful for court-ordered attendance or professional requirements. With real-time timezone-aware filtering across 7 days per week and comprehensive search capabilities not typically available in traditional meeting finders, The AA Directory makes finding the right AA meeting in Carolina Beach fast, accurate, and personalized to your specific recovery needs.

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