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Joaquim needs someone who understands: peer support in recovery

A weekly call with someone who has been through it - that's the whole ask.

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Joaquim Felipe Albuquerque
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Niter贸i
I'm eight weeks into recovery from alcohol dependence. I attend meetings and see a counselor, but the weeks between meetings are the hardest. I'd love a mentor - someone who has a year or more of recovery and who would be willing to talk once a week. I'm not looking for a replacement for treatment. I'm looking for someone who understands what a bad Tuesday night feels like. I'd prefer someone who's happy to do video calls. Any country is fine. I'll be respectful of your time and boundaries, and happy to pay it forward later. Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
effort
1 call a week
format
Online or by phone
skills
lived experience, empathy
#recovery#peer-support#mentoring#mental-health

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3.4(5 reviews)

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  • Zoya Maryna Popov馃嚭馃嚘Verified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Emilia R. Quincy馃嚭馃嚫Verified donor
    Amazing support system

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Sadie R. Lawson馃嚭馃嚫Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Luiz Rodrigo Cunha馃嚙馃嚪Verified helper
    Exceeded expectations

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

  • Omer Danish Ghani馃嚨馃嚢Verified donor
    Changed my perspective

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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  • Hendrik G. Coetzee

    you're not alone, Joaquim. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I'll check back for the next update

    • Rafael N. Salvador

      best of luck. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I hope April is when things finally get easier. Take care

      • Grainne K. O'Callaghan

        Sending good thoughts. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of Niter贸i.

        • Kipchoge Athumani KiptooPhoto verified

          praying for you. Hope this works out for you. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Naivasha

          • Rafael T. PinedaID verified

            Hang in there, Joaquim. Gave what I could, wish it was more. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Take care

            • Zlata Oksana BorisovID verified

              Wishing Joaquim a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My husband and I read this together. All the best.

              • Imad Belkacem

                Thanks for sharing this. Get well soon. Love from Wellington.

                • Mateo Arnold

                  Hope it all works out, Joaquim. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. God bless.

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