About Us
We support those disabled with chronic pain within Plymouth and surrounding areas. We run pain cafes to connect people, provide peer support and give people skills to self manage their chronic pain condition.
Each session runs for 2 hours and involves small groups of up to 15 people who are supported by one or more pain coaches. The coaches have lived experience and manage chronic pain. They facilitate the sessions by providing expertise and resources to help you with everyday life. We encourage exercise as part of lifestyle improvement and we can give you lots of advice around key areas such as sleep management.
Chronic Pain Coaching are part of a Plymouth NHS pilot programme aiming to deprescribe people from opioid medication and the Directors themselves now manage their pain levels without medication.
“Julie and Sean were really knowledgeable and engaging.”
Kathryn
“I really enjoyed hearing there are positive things to do post 12 week period.”
“I loved the input and the sessions.”
Jeannette
Meet the Team
FAQ
Where can I find a pain cafe?
First Monday of the month, 11am at the Wolseley Community Hub, Plymouth
7 Wolseley Cl
First Tuesday of each month, 1.30pm at the Rees Centre, Plympton
Rees Youth & Community Centre
We are looking into opening more cafes, watch this space!
Do I need to book a place?
Currently we have some spaces available in the cafes so please feel free to turn up. If we reach capacity we may need to ask people to book in the future.
What pain management principles do you follow?
We use the Ten Footsteps programme as a basis for discussion but we are also guided by participant experiences. We also review current literature and research to bring the best experience possible.
How much does it cost to attend?
The cafe is free for participants. We are supported by the National Lottery Community Fund and refreshments are kindly provided by the local Co-operatives.