AA Meetings near San Jose, Illinois
Find Alcoholics Anonymous meetings near you in the San Jose area in Illinois. Browse open meetings, closed meetings, speaker meetings, and more. Filter by day, time, or meeting type to find the perfect meeting for your recovery journey. Serving and surrounding areas.
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Paradise Meeting
The Third Step Group
ZOOM ID 555 110 7038 / PW 114466
FNV Service Number 669417
Ps 114466
Top of the Morning Group
Enter in rear of building
Enter in rear of building
The Third Step Group
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Meeting at Cedar Lake Fellowship
FNV Service Number 669417
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Share Clean Air
GSO#: 170998
Eye Opener Group - Discussion
Pioneer
GSO#: 104851 7th Tradition Mailing Pioneer Group 4200 N. Rochelle Peoria, IL 61615
Hilltop
Saturday Quarterly Potlucks @ 6:30 PM, 8:00 PM speaker, call for details
GSO#: 104850, see location for safety guidelines
New Beginnings
Saturday: eat @ 8:00 AM, meeting @ 8:30 AM. On 2nd Sunday of month, potluck at 4:00 PM, open speaker @ 5:00 PM
Share Clean Air
GSO#: 170998
12 x 12
Enter in rear of building
Enter in rear of building
Second Tradition Group
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Meeting at Cedar Lake Fellowship
Group ID 000090823
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Noon Group - Character Defects
Oakland Ave Noontime Group
Park behind old rectory, enter at rear.
Group ID 000037922
Park behind old rectory, enter at rear.
Share Clean Air
GSO#: 170998
New Beginnings
Saturday: eat @ 8:00 AM, meeting @ 8:30 AM. On 2nd Sunday of month, potluck at 4:00 PM, open speaker @ 5:00 PM
Keep It Simple Group
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Group ID: 000371452 All weekday 5pm meetings in the main room at Cedar Lake Fellowship were merged to become this group in 2021.
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
One Breath at a Time (OBAAT) ZOOM ONLY
ZOOM ONLY
ZOOM ONLY
ZOOM ONLY
Easy Doers - 12 & 12
Enter in rear of building
Enter in rear of building
Rush Hour - As Bill Sees It
St Matthew Happy Hour
Zoom Meeting ID: 868 8292 2325
Group ID 109246; FNV Service Number 601204
St Matthew Happy Hour
Park behind old rectory, enter at rear.
Zoom Meeting ID: 868 8292 2325
Group ID 109246; FNV Service Number 601204
Park behind old rectory, enter at rear.
Land Of Lincoln Group
Enter through patio
Enter through patio
Pekin Celestial
3rd Friday of the month Potluck, Doors open at 6 PM, Speaker at 7 PM GSO#: 104846
Hilltop
Saturday Quarterly Potlucks @ 6:30 PM, 8:00 PM speaker, call for details
GSO#: 104850, see location for safety guidelines
Al-Anon
Hilltop AFG (Al-Anon)
masks required, social distancing, see location for more safety guidelines
Sunnyland Phoenix
GSO#: 143922
Adult Children of Alcoholics
ACAPeoria@gmail.com adultchildren.org
Lakers
Zoom help: Ivan @ (309)251-5700
GSO#: 104349
Zoom help: Ivan @ (309)251-5700
Share Clean Air
GSO#: 170998
Alano Valley
Little Red Book Study
New Beginnings
Saturday: eat @ 8:00 AM, meeting @ 8:30 AM. On 2nd Sunday of month, potluck at 4:00 PM, open speaker @ 5:00 PM
Al-Anon Online
Tuesday Night Zoom AFG ID: 890 8687 0867 PW: welcome
Bloomington Tuesday Nite Group
Park behind Our Redeemer Lutheran Church and enter at rear.
Group ID: 000096240
Group ID 096240; FNV Service Number 709796
Park behind Our Redeemer Lutheran Church and enter at rear.
Beginner’s Meeting - Steps
Meets in main room upstairs.
Minier Mash
enter basement on School Street side
enter basement on School Street side
Pekin Celestial
3rd Friday of the month Potluck, Doors open at 6 PM, Speaker at 7 PM GSO#: 104846
Pekin Serenity
2nd Saturday of month, potluck @ 5:00 PM, speaker @ 6:00 PM
GSO#: 104846
Hilltop
Saturday Quarterly Potlucks @ 6:30 PM, 8:00 PM speaker, call for details
GSO#: 104850, see location for safety guidelines
Character Defects
Enter in rear of building
Enter in rear of building
Crazy 8's Group
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Discussion from 24 Hours a Day, One Day At a Time, Daily Reflections, or other
Group ID 000477899
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
San Jose's Busiest Meeting Locations
Alano Hall
33516 Bryn Mawr Blvd, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
Share Clean Air
334700 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
Bloomington IL, USA
30Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
AA Meeting Statistics for San Jose
Most listings: Wednesday with 61 meetings
Most common meeting types: English (382), Closed (286), Open (89), Discussion (86), Wheelchair Access (77)
Meetings by Time of Day
Meeting data is regularly updated to ensure accuracy.
AA Resources in San Jose, Illinois
Local Intergroup
Peoria Area Intergroup Association
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About AA Meetings near San Jose, Illinois
This directory helps people find Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings near San Jose, Illinois. Review current meeting times, formats, addresses, accessibility details, and online attendance options before choosing a meeting.
The 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer lists San Jose as a village in Illinois covering approximately 0.414 square miles of land. MyMeetings uses its Census reference point to center the nearby meeting search.
MyMeetings currently returns 384 AA meeting listings in and around San Jose. Because schedules can change, confirm the latest time and location on the individual meeting page before attending.
Local meetings in San Jose are coordinated through the Peoria Area Intergroup Association. They serve as the primary point of contact for AA in the area.
Types of AA Meetings Available in San Jose
Open Meetings: Anyone interested in learning about AA can attend, including family members, friends, and those curious about the program.
Closed Meetings: Reserved for individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings offer a more intimate setting for sharing.
Speaker Meetings: One or more members share their experience, strength, and hope with the group.
Discussion Meetings: Members discuss a topic related to recovery, with everyone having an opportunity to share.
Big Book/Step Study: Focused study of AA literature including the Big Book and the 12 Steps.
Beginner Meetings: Specifically designed for newcomers who may be attending their first meetings. These groups provide extra guidance on how AA works, the 12 Steps, and getting a sponsor.
Online/Virtual Meetings: Participate from anywhere via video or phone. Virtual listings can help when travel, mobility, or scheduling makes an in-person meeting difficult.
Finding the Right Meeting in San Jose
Use the filters above to compare meetings by day, time, format, and accessibility. Results are centered on the San Jose area in Illinois and may include meetings in surrounding communities.
Recovery Resources in San Jose
In addition to AA meetings, San Jose residents can access recovery support through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which provides a national helpline (1-800-662-4357) and treatment locator. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) offers evidence-based research confirming that consistent participation in peer support groups like AA significantly improves long-term sobriety outcomes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many AA meetings are in San Jose?
MyMeetings currently returns 384 meeting listings in and around San Jose. Results may include nearby communities so you can compare more options.
What types of AA meetings are available in San Jose?
Current listings near San Jose identify formats including 12 Steps & 12 Traditions, As Bill Sees It, Big Book, Breakfast, Candlelight, Child-Friendly, Closed, and Concurrent with Al-Anon. Use the filters on this page to review the formats attached to each listing.
Are there AA meetings near San Jose every day?
Current listings near San Jose include meetings on all seven days of the week. Wednesday currently has the most listings, with 61.
Are there online AA meetings available in San Jose?
The current directory includes 47 listings near San Jose with online access details. Review the individual listing for its current joining instructions.
How do I find wheelchair accessible AA meetings in San Jose?
77 current listings are marked as wheelchair accessible near San Jose. Confirm specific accommodations with the meeting organizer or venue before attending.
What should I expect at my first AA meeting in San Jose?
AA meeting practices vary by group. Open meetings welcome anyone interested in learning about AA, while closed meetings are for people with a desire to stop drinking. You may listen without speaking; review the individual listing for its format and any arrival notes.
How do I contact the local AA office in San Jose?
The directory identifies Peoria Area Intergroup Association as the local AA office serving San Jose. Check the local resources section on this page for available contact information.
How often are AA meeting listings updated for San Jose?
This page loads the current MyMeetings directory for the area around San Jose. Schedules can still change, so confirm the individual listing before traveling.
Can I find AA meetings outside San Jose, Illinois?
Yes. Use the nearby cities section to browse additional meeting directories in Illinois and across state lines.
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