Cocaine Anonymous
Cocaine Anonymous (CA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from their addiction. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances.
History[edit | edit source]
Cocaine Anonymous was founded in Los Angeles, California, in 1982 by "Johnny S." and "Robert P." who recognized the need for a separate fellowship addressing the unique needs of cocaine addicts. The organization quickly spread across the United States and eventually worldwide. Today, Cocaine Anonymous is a global fellowship with meetings in over 30 countries.
Program[edit | edit source]
Cocaine Anonymous uses the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous as its program of recovery. The Twelve Steps are a set of guiding principles, spiritual in nature, which if practiced as a way of life, can expel the obsession to use cocaine and other mind-altering substances and enable the sufferer to become happily and usefully whole.
Meetings[edit | edit source]
Cocaine Anonymous meetings are held in various formats such as speaker, book study, and discussion. Meetings are open to anyone who desires to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances. There are no dues or fees for membership; the organization is self-supporting through its own contributions.
Literature[edit | edit source]
Cocaine Anonymous has a variety of literature including a Big Book which outlines the Twelve Step program and shares stories of those who have recovered from addiction. Other literature includes pamphlets and booklets that address various aspects of recovery.
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