Chronic Pain Anonymous (CPA) Support Groups
A fellowship for those with chronic pain and chronic illness
https://chronicpainanonymous.org/find-meetings/phone-meetings/
Chronic Pain Anonymous (CPA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others recover from the disabling effects of chronic pain and chronic illness. The only requirement for membership is a desire to recover from the emotional and spiritual debilitation of chronic pain and chronic illness. There are no dues or fees for CPA membership. We are self-supporting through our own contributions. CPA phone meetings are offered for those who don’t have face-to-face meetings in their area or for those who would require or prefer the ease and convenience of their own home. Meet and share with others from all around the world who seek serenity while living with chronic pain and chronic illness. Participation is free. Meetings are one hour per day, different times of the day. If you have any questions about CPA, please contact us at cpainfo@chronicpainanonymous.org.
American Chronic Pain Association
https://www.theacpa.org/
The Pain Connection is dedicated to empowering people with chronic pain to improve their quality of life, decrease their sense of isolation and take a more active role in their treatment. We do this by providing support groups, specialized classes, a speaker series on treatment modalities, training and supervision of mental health professionals on chronic pain, a newsletter on chronic pain issues, information and referrals, and community outreach and education. http://www.painconnection.org/
The Chronic Pain Support Group provides a forum for people handicapped by pain, isolated and alienated by pain, frustrated by lack of services dealing with the emotional aspect of physical pain, and demoralized by changes in careers, families, and society. Different modalities are used in the support group such as: developing coping skills, decision making models, role-playing, assertiveness training, guided imagery, meditation, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques. Family members, significant others and interested community members are welcome to attend and participate in the support group.
DMV Pain Connection Support Group (District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia) meetings will usually be held the 2nd Monday of each month at: Jewish Council for the Aging Building, 2nd floor Conference Room (Parking in front and behind the building) 12320 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD 20852 TIME: 1:00 - 2:30 PM CALL: Mary Beth Lewis, Co-Leader, 240-499-8563 Or send a message to Janet Fox or Julie Litten at uspf.painconnectionrockville@gmail.com
The Afternoon Pain Connection Live Conference Calls are held once a month on the First Thursday of each month from 1:30 - 2:30pm EST
The Evening Pain Connection Live Conference Calls are held once a month on the Second Thursday of each month from 7:00 to 8:00pm EST
The Saturday Pain Connection Live Conference Calls are held once a month on the last Saturday of each month from 11:00am - Noon EST. Katie Hurley, MSW, leads this call.
Live Conference Calls - FREE. You must register for each call. Calls will not be taped, and you may just listen - you do not need to talk unless you feel like it. There is no charge for participating, but standard long distance rates apply to the call.
Chronic Pain - Documentary
Pain Warriors Documentary ~ enters into the desperate lives of pain patients fighting for their very survival, families torn apart by suicide, and the troubled worlds of compassionate doctors who stand up for them, risking reputations and licenses in doing so. Available Spring 2019 https://www.painwarriorsmovie.com/
The Pain Community
https://paincommunity.org/community/
Mission: To build and strengthen an active, energized and diverse community of people affected by pain by providing a foundation of support where education, wellness information and advocacy are promoted.
Our discussion forums and chat room require you to log in to view these areas of our website. You can login or register via the links in the right-hand column.
Chronic Pain – Clinical Trials
Clara, a platform empowering patients and caregivers by connecting them to trials that could offer a breakthrough treatment option and bring cures closer to reality. Visit www.clarahealth.com to learn more and search for a trial.
