Chronic Illness Support: What if Sick People Ran the World?

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What if sick people ran the world?

Think about everything it takes to live in a body that doesn't always cooperate. The advocating. The explaining. The loopholes we find. The creativity it takes to get basic shit done. The resilience built through grief, loss, and starting over.

People sometimes assume being sick means being miserable or incapable. Meanwhile, sick folx are out here adapting to a world that often wasn't built with us in mind.

In this Space, we're flipping the script. We'll imagine what could happen if all that resourcefulness, empathy, creativity, and lived experience held more power.

Honestly, how scary would we be? In the coolest way.

Tell a Spoonie. See y'all soon. 🥄

Who Am I?
Claire (she/her) is a passionate advocate for refugees, immigrants, survivors of domestic and sexual violence, and queer communities. Originally from West Michigan and now living in Texas, she brings a trauma-informed lens to community building and believes deeply in the power of dignity, lived experience, and connection.

Living with chronic illness, she proudly claims her place in the “spoonie” world and values spaces where people can show up exactly as they are. She lives with her partner, their unimpressed cat, and a dog who runs the household.

She holds a B.S. in Psychology from Grand Valley State University and is here for the messy, deeply human work.

How Does it Work?
This is an open, guided discussion led by your Keeper, Claire. Each participant will have the opportunity to listen to and share experiences on well-being, emotions, and whatever else comes up during the session.

When and How Do We Meet?
We meet digitally to make participation easy for those with demanding schedules. Cameras are optional, and you’re welcome to join from wherever you are, even between shifts. We only ask that you find a private place to join or use headphones to help maintain the security of everyone present.