The Retreat offers a distinctive recovery approach centered on 12-Step principles in Wayzata, Minnesota, just 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis. Set in a tranquil wooded campus, this educational recovery program connects individuals seeking sobriety with those who have successfully navigated addiction recovery. The organization provides a comprehensive spectrum of services including gender-specific residential programs, virtual recovery options, intensive outpatient treatment, specialized 55+ programs, and sober housing across six long-term residences. Their historic McLiver Center accommodates 24 guests in private and semi-private rooms. Daily programming revolves around the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book and includes meditation practices, study groups, lectures, community gatherings, and AA meetings. The Retreat emphasizes spiritual development through prayer, meditation, and reflection. While not a substitute for psychotherapy, it serves as an accessible, affordable option for those specifically seeking 12-Step peer support. The organization's volunteer instructors and mentors come from established Al-Anon and AA communities, creating an environment of authentic guidance and camaraderie for individuals, families, and communities affected by substance dependence.