Bridging the Gap/Temporary Contact Program provides an opportunity for alcoholics in a treatment program who wish to attend Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) after their discharge. It is designed .to assist in making the transition from the facility to A.A. The most “slippery” place in the journey to lifelong sobriety is between the doors of the facility and the nearest A.A. group or meeting. This program is designed to help with that transition