National Addiction Treatment CentersWhich Group Fits You
There is more than one kind of recovery meeting. Some follow twelve steps, some use secular tools, some draw on faith or meditation, and some exist for relatives. Each of them holds meetings that people in Delaware can join.
No group is right for everyone. Many people try a few kinds of meetings before they find one that suits them.
- A.A. (Alcoholics Anonymous) is for people who want to stop drinking. It is a twelve-step program with a spiritual basis, and each member defines a higher power for themselves. It is for the person in recovery.
- N.A. (Narcotics Anonymous) is for people who want to stop using drugs, including alcohol. It is a twelve-step program with a spiritual basis. It is for the person in recovery.
- SMART Recovery is for people with any substance use or addictive behavior. It is secular and uses tools drawn from cognitive behavioral and motivational approaches. It is for the person in recovery, with separate meetings for family and friends.
- Al-Anon is for relatives and friends of someone with a drinking problem. It is a twelve-step program with a spiritual basis, and Alateen is for younger members. It is for family and friends.
- Nar-Anon is for relatives and friends of someone with a drug problem. It is a twelve-step program with a spiritual basis. It is for family and friends.
- Recovery Dharma is for people with any addiction. It is peer-led and draws on Buddhist meditation and practice, and no belief in a god is required. It is for the person in recovery.
- Refuge Recovery is for people with any addiction. It is mindfulness-based and draws on Buddhist practice. It is for the person in recovery.
- Celebrate Recovery is for people with addiction and other struggles. It is Christian and Christ-centered and meets in local churches. It is for the person in recovery, and many groups welcome family members.
What Happens at a Meeting
Most meetings last about an hour. Someone opens the meeting, there may be a short reading, and then people take turns sharing or a speaker talks.
Meeting finders usually say whether a meeting is open to anyone or closed to people who want to stop drinking or using themselves.
Video and phone meetings follow a similar pattern and can be a low-pressure way to see what a meeting is like.
- Listening without sharing is common, especially at first.
- First names only is the norm.
- There are no dues or fees; any collection is voluntary.
- It is fine to slip in quietly and leave when you need to.
Where to Look Up Meetings in Delaware
Peer support groups and mutual-aid programs run their own meetings. The links below go to each organization's official pages for Delaware, where you can search for meetings. We do not list, copy or vouch for individual meetings.
Alcoholics Anonymous
A peer fellowship for people who want to stop drinking.
Narcotics Anonymous
A peer fellowship for people who want to stop using drugs.
SMART Recovery
A science-informed, self-empowering program with in-person and online meetings.
Al-Anon Family Groups
A peer fellowship for relatives and friends of people with a drinking problem.
Nar-Anon Family Groups
A peer fellowship for relatives and friends of people with a drug problem.
Recovery Dharma
A peer-led program that draws on Buddhist practices and principles.
Refuge Recovery
A mindfulness-based recovery community that draws on Buddhist practices.
Celebrate Recovery
A Christ-centered recovery program run through local churches.
National Addiction Treatment Centers is an independent directory. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Narcotics Anonymous World Services, SMART Recovery, Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Nar-Anon Family Groups, Recovery Dharma, Refuge Recovery World Services, Celebrate Recovery, or any other fellowship or support organisation named on this page, and none of them has reviewed or approved this page. Each link goes to the organisation's own official page, which controls its meeting information. Meetings move, close and change, so confirm the time and place with the source before you go. Links in this section are editorial. They are not paid, sponsored or referral placements, and no treatment provider can pay to be added to or reordered within this section. Support meetings are not a substitute for professional treatment.
If you or someone else is in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). For treatment referral and information, SAMHSA's National Helpline is 1-800-662-4357, free, confidential and open 24 hours a day.
Going to Meetings on Medication
Recognized medications for opioid or alcohol use disorder are part of many treatment plans. Taking one does not stop you from attending a support meeting.
SMART Recovery says it has welcomed people using legally prescribed medication at its meetings since it began.
In twelve-step fellowships, each group is self-governing. One A.A. or N.A. meeting may discuss medication quite differently from another across town.
- Ask the group contact or area service office about a meeting's attitude toward medication.
- Some meeting lists mark meetings as welcoming to people on medication; check for that label.
- Your medication is private. Sharing about it is your choice.
- If a meeting feels unwelcoming, another group or format may suit you better.
Keep Your Prescriber in the Loop
Changes to a prescribed medication should only be made with the person who prescribes it. This page does not give medical advice.
If a Court Requires Meetings
Courts, probation and diversion programs in Delaware and elsewhere may set a number of meetings to attend. The rules come from your case, not from the groups.
Twelve-step groups such as A.A. and N.A. keep no attendance records for courts. Some meeting chairs will sign a sheet you provide; others decline, and online groups each have their own approach.
- Get the requirement in writing: which groups qualify, how many meetings and the deadline.
- Confirm the form of proof your officer accepts before you start.
- Carry your own attendance sheet and keep a copy of each signed page.
- Ask your officer what to do if a group will not sign.
Not Legal Advice
Only your court or probation officer can tell you whether a meeting counts toward your requirement.
Meetings Are Not Treatment
Peer groups offer support and shared experience. They do not diagnose, prescribe or supervise withdrawal.
Someone who needs medical detox, medication or a full program should speak with a treatment provider; meetings can continue alongside that care.
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Common Questions About Meetings in Delaware
Are there non-religious recovery meetings?
Yes. SMART Recovery is secular. Twelve-step groups describe themselves as spiritual rather than religious and leave the idea of a higher power to each member.
Can I bring someone with me?
Yes, to an open meeting. Closed meetings are kept for people who want to stop drinking or using themselves.
Will a meeting accept me if I am on medication treatment?
People on medication can attend support meetings. Attitudes toward medication vary between twelve-step groups, so asking ahead helps; SMART Recovery states it welcomes people using prescribed medication.
How do I prove I went to court-ordered meetings?
Ask your officer what they accept. Many people bring a sheet for the meeting chair to sign, but groups are not required to sign.
Can meetings replace rehab?
Meetings are not a substitute for medical or clinical treatment. They are often used alongside it and afterward.
Can I attend a meeting from home in Delaware?
Yes. Video and phone meetings are widely available, and the finders on this page list them.