Some Typical Misconceptions

Here is a list of things that A.A. IS NOT and DOES NOT DO,
IS NOT a religious movement.
IS NOT a temperance movement.
IS NOT a social service organization (it has no paid social workers or professional workers.)
IS NOT an educational agency.
IS NOT a cure or a "cure all."
DOES NOT solicit or accept funds from outside sources. Voluntary contributions from members and groups support A.A. service.
DOES NOT prescribe treatment for alcoholism.
DOES NOT provide transportation.

The sole purpose of Alcoholics Anonymous is to help the alcoholic who wants to stop drinking.