How to start a Fibromyalgia support group in my area
How I did it: With the help of FMA U.K, in particular Christine, I set up a help line for my group. I wanted to meet once a month and have a chat and a grumble about how crap it all is and swap ideas and help tips and just generally help people out who and struggling and feel isolated. However, I found that what with the time committment - and there is a lot to do with charity funding and promotion etc - and Uni work, and a full time job and then I became ill too - something had to give, and it was this.
The people involved were very understanding and i feel like ive let everyone down, but at the same time Im pleased and proud that i had a shot at it.
Lessons & tips: If youre taking on something massive, make sure youve got the time and support from others before you even attempt it!
