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The ICA is excited to announce we’ve started a new partnership with the U.S. Pain Foundation to provide our patient population with peer-led support around the country with a focus on mental health tools for pain management and resilience. The U.S. Pain Foundation offers free online peer support groups through its program, Pain Connection. These groups are led by trained volunteer peer leaders and provide compassionate support and evidence-based education. Current groups include state-based, national, daily, and specialized populations. Visit painconnection.org/support-groups to learn more or register to attend a group. If you have any questions about this resource, feel free to email contact@uspainfoundation.org.

While many IC/BPS specific support groups continue to operate around the county, this partnership allows the ICA to expand our reach and increase access for those living with or supporting those with IC/BPS.

In addition to our partnership with the U.S. Pain Foundation, the ICA has recently updated our support group listing page. We now feature only active support groups, ensuring that individuals seeking connection and understanding can find relevant resources. If you’re part of an active support group not currently listed, please reach out to us at icamail@ichelp.org. Together, we can continue to foster a supportive environment for everyone affected by IC/BPS.