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WELCOME TO THE FIBRO AND CHRONIC PAIN SUPPORT GROUP!!

We created this group to end the isolation of living with Chronic Pain and to form a supportive and understanding community. All are welcome here. This is a non-judgemental space. Here is an overview of how our group works.

WHAT AND WHO WE ARE:
We are a Support Group for people who live with Fibromyalgia and other forms of Chronic Pain. It's led by myself, Christine, the Group Organizer and Mark D., the Co-Organizer. We have been leading this group together, for 11 years, as of July 2024. Our group met in person, for the first 7 years. When the pandemic started, in 2020, we started meeting on Zoom. We found the group works better on Zoom, as it's easier for folks in severe pain and those with mobility issues to attend. Between us, we have over 40 years experience in not just surviving, but thriving, while living with Chronic Pain. We want to share the many things that have worked, for us.

THE STRUCTURE OF OUR GROUP:
We, Christine or Mark D., will post a topic on the event page, in advance of the meeting. On the day of the Zoom meeting, after the introductions, we will state the topic and share our personal story relating to the topic. Then, we will go around the Zoom room, and everyone will have a chance to share their story, relating to the topic.

If there isn't a topic posted, we may name one at the meeting, give members a choice of two or three topics to discuss, or do a general Check-In, where each member shares what is currently happening in their lives.

OUR HOPE:
To be a safe space for people to talk openly about their pain, without judgement, or criticism. To be a place of understanding and support.

A NOTE:
We are Not Licensed Therapists. IF YOU ARE IN CRISIS PLEASE CALL, OR TEXT 988. It is Free, available 24/7, and is offered in English and Spanish. The 988 Crisis Counselors are licensed professionals, who are equipped to help you.

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER:
Information we discuss on Zoom, or post online in this group, is provided for informational and educational purposes, only. It is not a substitute for advice provided by your Doctor, or other Healthcare Provider.

AND, FINALLY: If you find value in attending our meetings and enjoy being part of a supportive and understanding community, please consider buying us a cup of coffee, in the link, below. As of July 2024, the Organizer Fee is doubling, from $26.50 a month (including taxes) to $49.50 a month! This has come as quite a surprise to us and we would appreciate any help you can give.

https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fandcpsg