Did you answer YES four or more times?  If so, you are probably in trouble with alcohol. Why do we say this? Because thousands of people in A.A. have said so for many years. They found out the truth about themselves, the hard way. But again, only you can decide whether you think A.A. is for you. Try to keep an open mind on the subject. If the answer is YES, we will be glad to show you how we stopped drinking ourselves. Just call. A.A. does not promise to solve your life’s problems. But we can show you how we are learning to live without drinking “one day at a time.” We stay away from that “first drink.” If there is no first one, there cannot be a tenth one. And when we got rid of alcohol, we found that life became much more manageable. Take the next step! Here are some ways to get started on your path to recovery.  You can call your local A.A. Toronto Intergroup office to ask more questions and to talk to an A.A. member.  You can attend a meeting in person or online, visit our meeting listings page livesite793dev.wpenginepowered.com/find-a-meeting/

Phone the A.A. Helpline and get help/info right now:  (416) 487-5591

Email  12step@aatoronto.org  for general newcomer information.

Now What? Taking the Next Step

If you’ve come to believe that alcohol is creating problems in your life and you’ve decided you want to stop drinking, you’re not alone. Millions of people have found lasting recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous.

What is Alcoholics Anonymous?

Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength, and hope with one another so they may solve their common problem and help others recover from alcoholism.

A.A. is not a treatment program, religious organization, or reform movement. Its primary purpose is simple: to help alcoholics achieve sobriety and support one another in maintaining it.

How Can A.A. Help?

Recovery begins with honesty and a willingness to seek help. If you think you may have a drinking problem, A.A. suggests a few simple first steps:

  • Can you now admit that alcohol has become a problem and that you need help?
  • Would you consider attending A.A. meetings regularly? Listen to the experiences of others and see if you identify with what you hear.
  • Have you reached out to an A.A. member or newcomer contact who can answer questions and share their experience. If you don’t know any recovered Alcoholics call our helpline 416-487-5591
  • Can you remember when your drinking came before your family, work, responsibilities, and commitments? We suggest reversing that pattern by putting your sobriety and A.A. first. Attend your A.A. home group at least twice a week—or at least as many days each week as you drank. If you commit to your recovery with the same determination you once gave to drinking, you’ll give yourself a real chance at lasting sobriety.
  • Have you talked openly with someone in recovery? One-on-one conversations often help newcomers better understand the A.A. program and what to expect.
  • Have you invited someone important to you to learn about A.A.? Consider bringing your spouse, partner, close relative, or a friend to an open A.A. meeting so they can better understand the program and the changes you’re making in your life.

Recovery Is Possible

Thousands of people who once believed they could never stop drinking have found a new way of life through Alcoholics Anonymous. If you have an honest desire to stop drinking, A.A. offers a simple program of recovery based on mutual support, personal experience, and hope.

You don’t have to do it alone. Help is available. Call NOW:   (416) 487-5591