(SF) Discuss life with chronic pain, illness, invisible disabilities, & anxiety

About us: The Bay Area Chronic Pain & Illness Peer Support Group is a friendly, unstructured, in-person peer support group for anybody 18+ who lives with chronic pain, illness(es), invisible disabilities, or any type of mental health experiences. The group is a casual safe space to hang out, talk about our lives, share coping strategies, form friendships, create community, and get support.

The group is part of Better Because Collective, a mental health nonprofit that supports people as they navigate difficult life experiences. We also offer an online platform where people can share their stories of growth and healing. Our goal is simple: to offer connection, kindness, and hope.

Location: 54 Iris Avenue, San Francisco, California 94118

Look for a blue residential building with silver banding and palm trees in the front with an open garage door. In the garage, a bunch of folding chairs will be set up in a circle with people sitting together and socializing.

Accessibility Info:

• The meeting space is in a private residential garage that is wheelchair accessible.
• There are wheelchair accessible bathrooms a block away at Starbucks and Peet's.
• The garage is scent-free.
• The garage is not low-light, so bring sunglasses if you need them.
• There is street parking on the same block and a free-of-charge parking lot a block away.
• The meeting space is nestled between the #1 MUNI and the 38 MUNI.

***Please refrain from wearing anything scented, including lotion, dry-cleaned clothes, etc. This is to ensure that the group is safe for people with chemical sensitivities.***

COVID Safety:

• The garage door is left open for ventilation.
• Masking is optional at this time.
• Wear warm clothes and bring a throw blanket since the garage door remains open for ventilation/COVID safety.

If you have any questions about the event, feel free to email Rebecca at [rebecca@betterbecausecollective.org](mailto:info@betterbecausecollective.org)