About Hospital

The Hospital Committee is responsible to ensure the A.A. message is carried in the form of meetings and/or panel discussions in those hospitals wishing to have such meetings.
This outreach subcommittee shall:
• maintain an Intergroup-approved literature supply for hospitals.
• cooperate with hospitals in providing assistance and service in accordance with the primary purpose and traditions of A.A.
• deal directly with hospital staff and personnel who are responsible for the patients attending meetings or requesting visits from A.A. members.
• ensure compliance with the policies of each hospital.
The chairperson of this outreach subcommittee is responsible to ensure compliance with the policies of each hospital.
The outreach subcommittee shall meet regularly and encourage participation.

GVIS Procedures & Guidelines

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The Intergroup Committee shall consist of members of Alcoholics Anonymous duly elected to represent their respective groups as Intergroup Representatives, sitting members of the Operating Committee, outreach subcommittee chairs and a non-voting recording secretary. The Intergroup Committee provides direction in the management and operation of the affairs of A.A. in the Intergroup service area. The Intergroup service area will be defined by the Intergroup committee. Each member is entitled to one vote.

Cooperating with Administration and Staff in a Hospital A direct communication channel to the professional(s) responsible for the care of patients in these various settings is key to the success of these efforts. Thus, Treatment Committees find that they must cooperate with other committees involved in different aspects of service work. This means developing an understanding with Cooperation With the Professional Community (C.P.C.), Corrections, P.I., Bridging the Gap (BTG),
Hospitals & Institutions (H&I), or other committees (by whatever names they are known) on the intergroup, district, or area levels, to clarify respective responsibilities. Many problems or misunderstandings can be avoided simply by holding regular meetings with treatment setting administrators.


A.A. Treatment Workbook

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This Workbook is service material, reflecting A.A. experience shared at the General Service Office. A.A. workbooks are compiled from the practical experience of A.A. members in the various service areas. They also reflect guidance given through the Twelve Traditions and the General Service Conference (U.S. & Canada).


Bridging The Gap

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A.A. In Treatment Settings

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A Newcomer Asks

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