Chronic Illness and Health Conditions

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  • Asthma and Lung UK offers helpline and online support for anyone affected by a breathing condition. 
  • Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland offers online and helpline support for anyone affected by a chest, heart or stroke condition. 
  • Chronic Pain and Counselling article by Counselling Directory gives an overview of different illnesses and some suggestions of coping strategies including how counselling can benefit.
  • CISFA UK provides an online and in-person community to adults and teenagers suffering from a chronic illness to feel heard, safe and understood.
  • Endometriosis UK provides free support, information and a safe community for those affected by endometriosis. Helpline 0808 808 2227
  • Fibromyalgia Action UK helps support and signpost resources for people affected by fibromyalgia. National Helpline 0300 999 3333 (10am - 4pm Mon - Fri)
  • Lupus UK supports people with systemic lupus and discoid lupus and assisting those approaching diagnosis.
  • Pain Association Scotland is an organisation that has pioneered the development and delivery of self-management training for those with Chronic Pain. You can self-refer by Freephone: 0800 783 6059 or Email: info@painassociation.com
  • TalkTime Scotland is a free counselling service for 12–25-year-olds in Scotland who are physically disabled or have long-term physical health conditions.
  • Macmillan provides information and support including counselling and meetings for people affected by cancer. The service can be accessed through a helpline or online chat.