Chronic Illness

Chronic illness can change the way you navigate everyday tasks -- personal hygiene, chores, work, managing finances and more. That’s why we’re here to spread the knowledge and help make life with chronic illness a little bit easier. Get advice from people who’ve been there by asking group members for their tips and tricks! Or share your own spoonie life hacks -- you never know who could benefit from your suggestions.

While we can’t always take away the pain or discomfort, we can distract each other until it passes or feels more manageable. Get daily distractions from The #DistractMe Dogs (woof woof!). Or post in this group if you need something or someone to take your mind off whatever you’re going through. We share puzzles, games, watch movies together… you name it. Suggest an activity!

Join us if you want to chat with others who are up all night due to things like insomnia, painsomnia, anxiety, sleep disorders, or really any reason. All night owls welcome!

#CheckInWithMe is our flagship Mighty program. It started as a single hashtag and has now grown into thousands of members who check in with each other daily (and in turn, ask others to check in on them too!). It embodies everything The Mighty strives to be: a place to show up exactly as you are. This group is an extension of that hashtag. Post about what you’re going through, ask for advice, or post a pep talk that someone else might need to hear. Thank you for living out the #CheckInWithMe promise every single day.

This is a safe space to talk about your multiple health challenges. Whether it’s Mental Health &/or Physical Health, disability, sacrifices & limitations or addiction struggles you will likely find others who have the same or similar challenges. This is a great place to empathize w/ others, ask for support, & get support yourself. You also can ask for advice, encouragement, & support for things ldealing w/ doctors, insurance, different diagnoses you face, hospital stays, surgeries, & What's going on for you (GOOD & bad!) There are questions posted to the group regularly about things like self care, depression, anxiety, gratitude, disability, new diagnosis, insurance, chronic pain and then great group discussions! Please read the new posts and offer support or even just a ♥️, ☀️, or 💡can make someone feel heard and acknowledged! You can scroll through past posts that are insightful & helpful plus dozens of posts & stories at the top in blue link “Saved by the leader” Come join us!

Migraine is so much more than a headache, right? Whether you live with acute or chronic migraine of any variety, experience a migraine episode as part of another health condition or have a loved one with the diagnosis, this group has your back. Let’s use this space to trade tips and compare notes with other migraineurs and the people who care for them! Migraine is tough but so are you.

We’re sure you’re being bombarded with news related to the coronavirus. It may feel like a lot of noise. You may not know what to believe, how serious to take this information and/or how to react. Maybe you’re feeling incredibly anxious. We want to help — by sending you the latest updates, sharing helpful tips or simply offering some virtual support.

Want to talk and connect with others? Tell us how you're doing, what's on your mind or have a conversation that's not related to health (because we all need a break sometimes).

You’re not alone if you don’t have a diagnosis yet but experience physical or mental symptoms that are very real and valid. In fact, there are many of us. If you experience symptoms related to a diagnosis but don’t quite check off all the boxes, think you have a condition but have it yet to be confirmed, are one of only a few people with a rare diagnosis, or are simply still solving your own medical mystery, this group is for you. Let’s encourage and support each other as we continue our search for answers.

Need a quick break? Take a #MightyMinute by answering our daily posts (or making your own!). Each post-it prompt is one small way you can make every day a little more Mighty for yourself and other members of the community. Respond whenever you have a minute, and don’t worry if you miss a day.

This is a space to talk about how to nourish and care for our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing -- anything from self-care routines, tips and tricks to be your best self, boring self-care tasks, ways to treat yo'self and more! Because we all deserve to take care of ourselves but it's not always as easy as it seems, so we're here to help each other through the process!

Have you ever told someone you dislocated a joint, followed by “it’s fine, though?” Or maybe you grew up thinking everyone was as flexible as you, or got really dizzy when they stood up quickly, or that everyone was in pain all the time... until you realized you weren’t the “norm.” This group 100% gets it. Whether you have an official diagnosis of EDS or HSD or not, you don’t have to explain the ins and outs of what life with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is like when you’re here — we understand, we’ve been there, and we’re here to support you.

Use poetry to shed light on what you go through on a day-to-day basis

Welcome to The Mighty Craft Room, where anything goes! This is a place to share your inspiration, whether it be knitting, crochet, macrame, needlepoint, drawing, painting, sculpting, etc. We love to see patterns, finished projects or works in progress. We’re glad you’re here! Our one and only rule is to please treat others as you want to be treated. Oh, and HAVE FUN!

Find friendship, get support regarding your fibromyalgia diagnosis and connect with others who share similar experiences

What does it mean to write, craft and own our story? How do we check in with ourselves? Where do we start? The Pencil Case is a creative group where we share our experiences, write poetry, journal, practice affirmations and mindfulness. We talk about what self-care means for us, wherever we are in our journey. Who else to be the masters of our stories but us!?

This is a place to celebrate all that our beloved pets mean to us with fellow Mighties who understand what special bonds we Warriors form with them.

This public community is sponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (National MS Society). We are dedicated to providing a safe space for people to connect, share their MS experiences, discover resources and provide support along the MS journey.

This is a group where you can talk about anything no judgement.

This group is dedicated to Mighties who are at any stage of the grieving process, and have experienced loss in any shape or form (no matter how long ago). Maybe you’ve lost someone you loved, a pet that was your whole world, or are grappling with the absence of the “normal” version of you that used to exist before an illness. All shades of grief — and the roller coaster of feelings that accompany them — are welcome here. We might not be able to make it better, but we can sit with you in the meantime. P.S. Here’s a quote we love from author Nora McInerny about grief: “Time is irrelevant to grief. I cannot tell you that it will feel better or worse as time goes by; I can just tell you that it feels better and worse as time goes by. The only guarantee is that however you feel right now, you will not always feel this way.”

Chat about your Lupus symptoms and how you are coping with the disease. Or use this space as an outlet to vent and express yourself. Give some love to other Lupies -- let's make our bad days better. Together we can get through these flare-ups and teach others about this invisible condition.

Caregiving is a difficult task that often goes unnoticed. In this group we can ask questions, share triumphs and struggles (or just vent if you need to). If you are new to caregiving, or even if you have been doing this a long time, join us for a supportive community full of people just like you.

Welcome! This is a safe place for those of us who are bound to our beds for whatever reason. A place we can chat, vent, cry, complain, laugh, and even be silly to distract ourselves from the boredom, sadness and frustration of being in bed for lengths of time. We can be here without judgement or being shamed. We can be support for one another and give kind encouragement to those of us who are struggling. Let’s help each other turn some tears into smiles and laughs.

Greetings and welcome to Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis Support Group. This is a safe space for folks living with Crohn’s and/or UC, people caring for someone with inflammatory bowel disease and/or anyone else who is impacted by these conditions. We share tips, ideas, articles, support and more.

Having others who really understand your chronic illness is so important. POTS is not all in your head, you are experiencing this, we are here to help you through this journey.

If you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or know a loved one or someone close to you with RA, this group was formed to help provide support, advice, and a community to those afflicted by this chronic condition. Anyone can join as long as you are respectful, considerate, and think before you post/respond to make sure you are not unintentionally harming others. The more the merrier!

Whether you were just diagnosed or have been living with Type 2 Diabetes for years, this group is for you! We are here to support and encourage each other as we navigate life with Type 2 Diabetes. This group is for those that can relate to what you are going through — feel free to share your experiences or ask questions. Please note we do not dispense medical advice.

Are you interested in tracking your mood, reflecting on your feelings, and connecting with others who are doing the same? Then our Mighty Mood Tracking is the group for you! Each day a poll will be shared where you can select the color that best represents your mood. You can also use the comments section of the poll to write a brief check-in about how you’re feeling. There’s evidence that tracking your emotions can have a positive impact on mental health outcomes, so we’re excited to provide a safe space for us all to do so together!

This is a safe space to connect and find support for anything related to endometriosis. Whether it's the issues of the moment or the long-term effects, endo warriors are welcome to share their experiences.

Living with a rare disease can sometimes feel like floating out at sea. You’re not sure if anyone can see you (but you hope they do), or how long you’ll be there before help arrives (let’s hope it’s not too long). That’s where this community comes in. This group is for people who live with one or more rare disease. Use this space to exchange frustrations or joys with other rare disease patients, share tips about the diagnostic process, or highlight resources for specific rare conditions that don’t get the attention or research they rightfully deserve.

A hot beverage, comfortable spot, favourite mug. Me time. Deep breath, hold let it out. Take the first sip, and sigh. Join me for a cup of tea. Share your favourite mugs, tea, and tea rituals. New teas will also be shared for those who want some more flavors and varieties in their loved tea cupboards.

Promises made… promises broken. How do you all forgive and forget? How do you take care of yourselves when you either hurt so bad (physically or mentally ) and then have to TRY to figure out how to deal with a spouse (either husband or wife) who continue s to put you after everything and everyone else?? When do you know in your broken Heart if enough is enough? I’m so incredibly tired! And I’m sure there are more of “me” out there! I guess I just need to connect with others who are dealing with this on top of dealing with all the chronic issues we all face ….

Join us in this community to talk about life with psoriatic arthritis -- a safe space to share, connect and find support.

Welcome to The Water Cooler! Gather round. This Mighty group is the right one for you if you are navigating employment or the workplace while also living with chronic illness, mental illness, rare disease, or disability. What challenges are you facing? What’s a recent win you had? How does your health affect your job performance? All work talk is welcome here.

After 3+ years of getting progressively sicker and sicker, I was eventually diagnosed with Chronic Lyme Disease. I have no idea when or how I acquired the infection, but it reared it’s ugly head one day and never went away. Although I have numerous health problems and physical injuries related to Lyme disease, I am in a much better spot then I was a few years ago. I am taking prescription medications, supplements, seeing a chiropractor, physical therapist, nurse practitioner, and I am making sure to stretch, exercise, and use the sauna nearly everyday. I did have to drastically change my diet as well. 👉🏼I created this group because I want to spread more awareness about Lyme disease, as it is not commonly thought of as a reason for many health conditions people experience. It is treatable and you do not need to endlessly suffer. I hope we can discuss how to feel better with lifestyle changes, mental health, controversies surrounding Lyme, and overall support each other.

I often feel like I can't relate to my generation nor have I ever been able to feel that but I noticed that whenever I have been in facilities for adults/hospital settings I am often asked for my age multiple times because they don't believe me-I look younger than I do yet I speak like I've lived decades longer than someone else my age- it's hard to make friends for me because I can't talk about things that other people my age are doing for I'm currently incapable of for my body. I wish it'd allow me- I have a hunger for learning and growth/a thirst for knowledge. I wish I could go to work or college...Maybe one day. For now instead of letting those thoughts bitter me I'd rather create a space for people that I can possibly relate to- a place free of hate and malignant judgment-no ableism,ageism- you know all the isms haha- to those who feel isolated in an advancing technological but at times humanly immoral world- I love too much to not try. Education is Elevation,Knowledge is power.

For anyone who has a illness of any kind, family, friends, spouses, partners or anyone around them. To spread awareness of diseases or what it’s like to live with a chronic disease to our communities and promote understanding. So no one has to feel alone!

This is a safe space for those who are chronically ill and/ or experience chronic pain who choose to cope using humor, positivity and creativity. We are also honest. Please only join if you are chronically ill and/ or experience chronic pain as one of your diagnosis. Please do not join if you do not experience these things or know someone who does. All chronic pain and or illness experiencers welcome, we are chronically iconic.

This group offers a space for those still practicing Covid precautions, or those struggling with chronic ailments or loss amidst the ongoing pandemic, to lament the current reality of organized abandonment. We’ll adopt a leftist, anti-capitalist, de-colonial lens that allows us to touch on a wide variety of topics. We’ll talk about health-related things like disability justice, chronic illness, mental health, and collective care, along with how they intersect with other forms of oppression and resistance around the world. If you think you might be interested, we’d love for you to tell us a bit about yourself and join! We have the message board, and we’ll also host an optional monthly reading group on Zoom to keep the conversation going. Time commitment for the meeting is about 2 hours a month (1 for reading and 1 for meeting), but even those who didn’t do the reading are welcome to attend. We’ll send the login info, and hope to see you there! In solidarity, Collective Care Leadership

This is a supportive space for writers navigating the complexities of chronic illness this group is dedicated to sharing creative writing that explores our experiences, thoughts, and feelings about living with chronic conditions. No matter what genre you write (poetry, personal essays, fiction, nonfiction), we invite you to share your work and connect with others who understand the journey. Together, we’ll inspire and uplift one another through the power of storytelling.

It’s my daily diary where I share with all my victories and feelings, tears or disappointments, useful techniques from art therapy 🤝Where you can find something very calm for yourself and maybe useful as I am going through many challenges all the past years…Just will be glad to find new friends in this private room with pillows, fireplace and cats🫂❤️

This group is meant to support those who feel that their concerns aren't being heard by their doctors and those who feel as though their appointments are resulting in dead-ends where no progress is being made. Doctors currently don't have the resources to measure and proactively use the information that patients report, resulting in investigations to come to a standstill. I've created a tool that fixes this and allows doctors to connect the dots more effectively so they can plan next steps with confidence. I created this group to foster a community where we can help each other communicate health concerns more effectively so everyone can get the care they deserve.