Disaddicted: A recovery meeting for those with disabilities 

I found out about LifeRing in January 2022 after googling for secular alternatives to traditional twelve-step programs. I attended the Sunday LGBTQ+ meeting, and I’ve been an active member of LifeRing since. I then began covering two weekly meetings for a few months before starting Disaddicted in December 2022.

Disaddicted is a meeting available to those who have a disability. I wanted to start this meeting because I have a disabling condition requiring occasional use of a rollator or wheelchair, which was negatively impacted by my alcoholism. Some people with disabilities also use substances as a coping mechanism to live with a condition.

I hope with Disaddicted, those with disabilities know they have a home where we can discuss our intersectional struggles, or vent to people who understand. I’m especially grateful to have an online platform for this meeting, as it can be difficult for many members of the disabled community to attend in-person recovery meetings.

You don’t have to qualify your disability, or even disclose you have one. Your disability may be physical, developmental, behavioral/emotional, invisible, and more – all are welcome. But, you’re not required to have a disability to join this meeting either! It is open to anyone who needs recovery support.

Hope to see you Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Pacific!

(If you’re interested in attending this online meeting and have an accessibility concern, please let me know so we can find a solution for you. I hope to make this meeting truly accessible to all.)