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American Chronic Pain Association, Inc.

National. 200+ affiliated chapters. Founded 1980. Provides peer support and education for individuals with chronic pain and their families so that they may live more fully in spite of their pain. Aim is to raise awareness among health care community, policy makers and the public about issues of living with chronic pain. Workbooks for self-help recovery, quarterly newsletter, group development guidelines, phone network and outreach program to clinics. At website, click on 'About Us' to access locations of 'Groups.'

Write:

American Chronic Pain Association

P.O. Box 850

Rocklin, CA 95677

Voice: 1-800-533-3231 or 916-632-0922

Fax: 916-652-8190

Website: http://www.theacpa.org

E-mail: acpa@pacbell.net

Verified: 7/2/2012

Rest Ministries

National. 300 affiliated groups. Founded 1997. Christian ministry for people who live with chronic pain or illness and their families. Daily devotionals, online social network 'The Sunroom,' encouragement and resources for starting groups.

Write:

Rest Ministries, Inc.

P.O. Box 502928

San Diego, CA 92150

Voice: 1-888-751-7378 or 858-486-4685

Fax: 1-800-933-1078

Website: http://www.restministries.org

E-mail: rest@restministries.org

Verified: 8/14/2012

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

If you find information that is not current, please contact American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse at: admin@selfhelpgroups.org

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