Built around the questions new people actually bring, Southend Newcomers Q&A Topic meets on Thursday lunchtimes at St Albans Church, 21 St Johns Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, from 1pm to 2.30pm. The question-and-answer format means you can ask about anything, how sponsorship works, what the steps involve, whether you really belong, and hear answers from people who once asked the same things. It is an open meeting, so you may bring a friend or family member with you, and professionals are welcome too. The church is wheelchair accessible. If the thought of a conventional meeting feels intimidating, a newcomer-focused Q&A is about as gentle an entry point as AA offers. Free, no booking, no obligation to speak.
Do I have to ask a question or speak?
No. The Q&A format is there if you want it, but plenty of people come and simply listen. Nobody will put you on the spot.
Can someone come with me for support?
Yes. This is an open meeting, so family members and friends are welcome to sit alongside you, which can make a first visit much easier.
What does it cost and is the venue accessible?
It is free, with no booking needed. St Albans Church on St Johns Road is wheelchair accessible, and the meeting runs from 1pm to 2.30pm on Thursdays.
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