The Chronic Pain Support Group established 2009 in Bury St Edmunds, at that time the first self-help group in Suffolk. With continued support and the dedication of its members the group still continues to flourish.
The Chronic Pain Support Group is made up of a variety of people who are experiencing pain for a number of reasons. We are a friendly, welcoming group and have a very relaxed attitude – it is all about feeling comfortable with others, being supportive and sharing time together. Many have said how our group has helped them to feel less isolated and more able to cope with their condition. We understand the difficulties of living in pain and the lack of support once formal treatment has finished. People gain a considerable amount from being able to meet others in similar circumstances.
We are run by patients for patients and understand just how you feel. Members are supportive of each other and share experiences. If members cannot make a meeting we are happy to keep them informed via our quarterly newsletter.
The group meets in a ‘safe’ environment on a monthly basis at the Southgate Community Centre in Bury St Edmunds on a Thursday from 2-4pm. Meetings include speakers, presentations and refreshments. Since we started we have welcomed a number of very interesting professional speakers from a wide range of pain related disciplines. We are a self-financing community group and rely heavily on our own fundraising and community support. Carers and partners are welcome to come along to.
Apart from our meetings we offer monthly coffee mornings and crafting group, website and on-line community.
For more information please call 07724 187774 or visit our website
www.chronicpainsupportgroup.co.uk
VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED
Chronic Pain Support Group is now looking for volunteers to become actively involved in the support group. The roles we are looking to fill are Chairperson, Secretary and Treasurer. CPSG is an informative and social group that provides ongoing help and support in a friendly atmosphere within a ‘safe’ environment.
If you have any time to spare and are interested in any of these roles please reply in writing to info@chronicpainsupportgroup.co.uk
Experience welcome although not necessary.
