RecoveryBuddy.com is for everyone

Having a friend or loved one in recovery or who needs help can be exhausting and difficult.

RecoveryBuddy.com can help connect you to other people whose lives have been touched by addiction or despair.

If you have a friend or loved one who needs or is seeking help, create a profile and you will have access to a recovery support network of your own.

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RecoveryBuddy.com is for everyone

Your life experience can be valuable to someone else!

It's free to take calls - You can help by being good listener.

It's not only FREE to take calls but you earn minutes for taking calls which then can be gifted to anyone.

You are always anonymous on RecoveryBuddy.com.

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No credit card required

Reach out with Gift Minutes

Gift Minutes are your way to reach out to someone who may benefit from RecoveryBuddy.com.

Minutes purchased are transferable to members or nonmembers.

The person you gift does not need a membership.

You can even send your gift anonymously to a nonmember. We'll notfiy you when they redeem your gift.

Help a friend or family member with your gift.

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RecoveryBuddy.com is anonymous.

RecoveryBuddy.com is a person-to-person community where people share their experiences over the phone anonymously 24 hours a day.

RecoveryBuddy.com was founded by a web developer and recovering substance abuser who was inspired by the connections he made with other extraordinary people in the recovery process.

Combining inspiration and expertise, RecoveryBuddy.com was founded to connect and support a large community of people in recovery.

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Privacy is the basis of RecoveryBuddy.com

RecoveryBuddy.com is based on anonymity.

You do not need to provide your real name.

Our phone system connects people with two separate phone calls that are then conferenced. This way neither party can call the other back with *69 because they'll get our switchboard!

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Questions about RecoveryBuddy.com?

RecoveryBuddy.com is not a substitute for treatment or post-treatment programs, 12-step meetings, counseling, or other support groups.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I join?

Complete the brief, confidential information form on the Join Us page. In a matter of minutes you will be able to dialogue with another member of a community of people who understand and support each other.

Why peer support?

Peer support takes the stigma out of asking for help. People who have similar life experiences can better offer each other empathy, validation, and practical advice. Peer support helps people build a sense of community in a way that professional treatment cannot.

What about professional treatment?

RecoveryBuddy.com is not a substitute for treatment or post-treatment programs, 12-step meetings, counseling, or other support groups.

What if I have more than one area of need?

Most people do. You can begin with your area of primary concern--and you can always call more than one buddy. However, most people find that one buddy can help with multiple concerns. For example, someone in drug addiction recovery may also be dealing with alcohol recovery. Similarly, someone with an eating disorder or going through a divorce may also be suffering with depression.

Recovery by telephone?

RecoveryBuddy.com allows you to reach out anonymously whenever and wherever you have telephone service regardless of any social, physical, or treatment barriers.

How much does it cost?

24/7 access to the Recovery Buddy support network costs:
To Receive CallsFREE
To Make Calls $9.95 for 1 hours (9.9 cents per minute )
No monthly or recurring fees. Minutes purchased do not expire.
Minutes may be gifted to existing members or nonmembers.

What if I become uncomfortable during a call?

You can begin or end a conversation at any time that it feels right for you.

What types of people are included in the community?

Recovery Buddy welcomes people of all races, spiritual approaches, sexual orientations, disabilities, and people whose recovery might include or exclude the use of medication.

Is my information confidential?

Absolutely. Calls are linked through our website. You only share the information that you want to share during calls. RecoveryBuddy.com never shares your information with other members, individuals, and organizations. See our strict Privacy Policy.

How do I contact customer service at Recovery Buddy?

Customer service information is on our Contact Us page.