AWARENESS & ADVOCACY PROGRAMS
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State & Federal Advocacy
People with pain are underserved relative to the enormous impact of chronic pain; they face numerous barriers to care.
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INVISIBLE PROJECT
U.S. Pain Foundation’s flagship program, the Invisible Project, creates chronic pain awareness through the stories and photographs of real people living with pain.
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MEDICAL CANNABIS PROGRAM
U.S. Pain offers a designated medical cannabis program led by two expert advocates. The program seeks to increase safe, fair access to medical cannabis for people with chronic pain.
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PAIN AWARENESS MONTH
Each September, U.S. Pain hosts a number of activities, events, and campaigns to both empower and educate pain warriors and to increase awareness in the general public.
Support & Empowerment Programs
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SUPPORT GROUPS
Pain Connection empowers people with chronic pain to improve their quality of life and take a more active role in their treatment by providing information on support groups, Pain Connection Live Conference Calls and other valuable resources.
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PEDIATRIC PAIN WARRIORS
Dealing with pain is hard for anyone, but it’s especially tough on children and their families. This program includes weekend retreats, educational events, a pen pals program, pediatric-themed INvisible Projects, and more.
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Volunteer Network
We invite you to join our network of volunteers who are raising awareness about pain, fighting for improvements in federal and state pain-related policy, and providing direct support to their peers!
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STORY BANK
Sharing your experience with pain helps us better connect you with opportunities to take action.
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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PEP TALKS
U.S. Pain Foundation offers regular webinars on topics important to the pain community, ranging from dealing with insurance coverage denials to the benefits of meditation.
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Educational Materials
U.S. Pain Foundation has a number of materials, handouts, and booklets with helpful information about pain; all are free to order.
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Survey Reports
We design and conduct in-depth surveys on topics important to the patient community, then analyze the results and publish reports.
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MYPAINPLAN.ORG
This interactive site allows individuals to explore 85+ types of treatment across seven categories. Users can then create a personalized plan.
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knowvember
Each KNOWvember, U.S. Pain Foundation explores a different pain modality.
CLINICIAN PROGRAMS
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NCCPPP
The National Coalition of Chronic Pain Providers & Professionals (NCCPPP) offers education, referrals, networking, and other opportunities for pain care providers and organizations.
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Patient Professors
Patient Professors is a new program that aims to bring advocates to medical schools to speak, thereby helping future providers better understand the patient experience.