Looking for a sponsor Richmond

[Roger1]

Hello. I am new to this app. I have been an alcoholic for about 30 years. Ive been through rehab after rehab, and always seem to relapse quickly. Ive never teied to find a sponsor because i always thought it was bullshit. Im taking my life more serious now and i really want to beat the addiction. I would like to find a sponsor to keep me accountable. Im not sure if location matters but i am in Richmond VA. Thanks to anyone who can offer advise, or anything at all.

[Lisa07]

Welcome Roger! You most likely won’t find a sponsor here but this forum is a great addition to your recovery.
Here’s a link you may find helpful.

FAQ: Sponsorship

What is a sponsor? How do I find a sponsor? Will you sponsor me? Sponsorship is great! It’s helped me a bunch. This is my take on it since people ask a lot, but I’m by no means the authority… Sponsorship usually refers to 12-step programs specifically (like Alcoholics or Narcotics Anonymous), not recovery in general. Here’s a link with Q&A on how it works in AA. What is a sponsor? Sponsors are people who’ve worked through the steps of a program. A sponsor shares with others their experience g…

[Roger1]

Thank you for the information Lisa. I really appreciate the help

[bobslife]

Roger, you can use me as a temp sponsor until you get someone local. Email me @ evandbob@gmail.com. My sober date is 3/16/84. I had drank daily before then from 1966 to 1984. Hippie deadhead as well.