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If you’re unsure, nervous, or don’t know what to expect — that’s completely normal. You don’t need to have anything figured out. You can just join and listen.

Getting started is simple

1

Choose a meeting

Browse the Meeting Finder and choose a time that works for you. There’s no sign-up required.

2

Join and listen

When you join, you’ll be welcomed. You don’t have to speak — many people simply listen at their first meeting.

3

Take it at your pace

There’s no pressure to do anything. You can stay, leave, or come back whenever you feel ready.

What to expect

What is C.A.?

A fellowship of people who share their experience, strength, and hope to recover from addiction.

What is C.A.?

Cocaine Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other so that we may solve our common problem and help others recover from addiction.

What happens in a meeting?

Meetings include readings, sharing, and support from people who understand.

What happens in a meeting?

Meetings usually include a Secretary, readings from C.A. literature, and members sharing their experience, strength, and hope. Some meetings also include a speaker.

Do I have to speak?

No — you can just listen. Many people do at their first meeting.

Do I have to speak?

There is no pressure to speak. You can keep your camera off, stay on mute, and simply listen until you feel comfortable.

How do I join?

Choose a meeting and click the link. No sign-up needed.

How do I join?

By selecting a meeting from the Meeting Finder, you can join instantly. Help and connection are only a click away.

What happens in a meeting

If you’ve never been to a meeting before, it’s completely normal to feel unsure. 

Here’s what usually happens:

You join

Click the meeting link and enter the online room.

You listen

You can simply listen and get a feel for the meeting.

You share

You can speak if you want to, or stay quiet. It’s up to you.

You're not alone

Many of us felt exactly the same before our first meeting.

It’s okay to just come and listen. You don’t have to speak. You don’t have to turn your camera on.

You can take things at your own pace.