What Is an H&I Meeting?

The purpose of an H&I meeting is to carry the message of recovery to addicts who do not have full access to  regular Narcotics Anonymous meetings. H&I meetings, except for those in long-term facilities, are intended to introduce those addicts in attendance to the basics of the NA program. In order to form a clear understanding of an H&I meeting, it is important to learn about our service structure. An H&I meeting is generally a service provided by an area service committee’s H&I subcommittee. These meetings occur in hospitals, treatment centers, correctional facilities, and adolescent institutions. Rather than being an NA group, it is vital that an H&I meeting always be held under the direction of an H&I subcommittee.

If your facility is would like more information about having NA bring an H&I meeting in to your clients/residents, please contact us at HandI@STACSNA.org