What is NA?
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a nonprofit fellowship supporting individuals recovering from drug addiction. It provides a safe and welcoming environment where members can share their experiences, strengths, and hopes to maintain sobriety. NA is free to join and participate in, with regular meetings held across cities in Rhode Island as listed on https://www.methadone.org/na/rhode-island/ USA.
Providence NA Group
Address: 444 Elmgrove Ave, Providence, RI 02906
This group offers an open, discussion-style meeting daily at 8:00 pm. Meetings generally last 60 to 90 minutes, promoting open sharing and mutual support among attendees.
East Bay NA
Address: 103 Rhodes Pl, Barrington, RI 02806
East Bay NA holds an open step study meeting every Tuesday at 7:30 pm lasting about one hour. Additionally, on Sundays at 7:00 pm, a one-hour speaker meeting is hosted where experienced NA members share their recovery stories.
South County NA
Address: 4052 Old Post Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813
South County NA conducts an open discussion meeting every Thursday at 5:30 pm, lasting approximately 90 minutes. The group also holds a candlelight meeting on Saturdays at 7:00 pm, creating a reflective atmosphere for participants.
The 12 Steps of NA
- We admitted we were powerless over our addiction—that our lives had become unmanageable. This step involves acknowledging addiction’s control and the necessity for help.
- Came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. Members open up to spiritual or personal growth to facilitate recovery.
- Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of that higher power. Commitment to change and trust is established here.
- Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. Members assess past behaviors honestly to identify causes and effects of addiction.
- Admitted to the higher power, ourselves, and another human being the exact nature of our wrongs. This encourages transparency and accountability.
- Were entirely ready to have these defects of character removed. Readiness to change defects and grow healthier is cultivated.
- Humbly asked the higher power to remove our shortcomings. This step promotes humility and acceptance of help.
- Made a list of all persons we had harmed and became willing to make amends to them all. Members prepare to restore relationships damaged by addiction.
- Made direct amends wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others. Practical steps toward reconciliation are taken carefully and responsibly.
- Continued to take personal inventory and promptly admitted when we were wrong. Ongoing self-reflection supports sustained recovery.
- Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with the higher power. Enhancing spiritual awareness strengthens coping mechanisms.
- Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to addicts and practice these principles in all our affairs. Members share recovery and embody change in daily life.
Getting Started with NA in Rhode Island, USA
The best way to find local NA meetings in Rhode Island is to search on methadone.org. This resource offers comprehensive listings of both in-person and online meetings available throughout the state.
Most locations offer options for in-person and virtual meetings, allowing flexible access based on personal circumstances and preferences.
Attending Your First Local NA Meeting
When attending your initial NA meeting in Rhode Island, it is helpful to arrive early and introduce yourself as a new local member. Sharing your experience is encouraged but never mandatory—do so only if comfortable. Participants often receive welcome keychain tags at their first meeting, marking the start of their recovery journey.
| Meeting Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Open Meeting | Open to anyone interested in attending, including non-addicts. These meetings promote comprehensive community support and education. |
| Closed Meeting | Restricted to individuals who identify as addicts seeking recovery. This setting creates a focused and confidential atmosphere. |
- Welcome Keychain Tag Milestones:
- 30 days: Recognition of the first month of continuous sobriety, symbolizing early commitment.
- 60 days: Encouragement for sustaining progress in recovery through the difficult early stages.
- 1 year: A major milestone reflecting one year of sustained abstinence and personal growth.
- Further milestones continue to celebrate ongoing recovery achievements.