A Twelfth-Step call is a way for spiritually fit members of Cocaine Anonymous to carry the message to a still-suffering addict—anytime, anywhere—while prioritising safety and anonymity. We go with at least one other member, meet in safe public places, bring a phone, C.A. literature and meeting lists, and start by building rapport, asking if the person wants to stop and is willing to go to any lengths. We share our experience of the disease and how the Twelve Steps work, offer friendship and practical help, and make clear they owe us nothing—helping others strengthens our own recovery. We also keep firm boundaries: never go alone or into unsafe settings; don’t jeopardise safety or sobriety; don’t lend money, house someone, give other drugs, or offer medical/legal counselling; avoid pressure, evangelising, or breaking confidences, and respect a “no.” If the person isn’t ready, we leave the door open and seek someone who is; with right motives, we trust our higher being and the Fellowship to do the rest.
A Twelfth-Step call is one way for members of Cocaine Anonymous to be of service to others. We should not hesitate to go anywhere to be helpful, while keeping in mind the hopelessness and despair of active addiction. Provided we are spiritually fit, we can offer help to a still-suffering addict at any place and at any time.
Since helping others is paramount to our program of recovery, please keep in mind these suggestions of what to do:
• Always take at least one other person on a Twelfth-Step call and whenever possible, meet the prospect in a public place or at a meeting.
• Be certain that you can remain safe from physical harm.
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