I recently discovered an excellent online resource for those with Chronic Illness and Pain. As far as I know, it's the only online support out there with a Christian viewpoint. I've since recommended it to families, friends, and our Church Staff. The founder, Lisa Cohen, was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis at the age of 24 but was unable to locate the Christian support to help her along the unexpected path of chronic illness. Rest Ministries, Inc. was founded in 1996 and has grown greatly, reaching over 80,000 people monthly via the website.
There's a tremendous amount of resources available:
- Articles
- Devotionals
- Info on Pain management and illnesses
- Info on Relationships
- Books on how to support loved ones with chronic illness, how to start a chronic illness support group
- Online communities
- and More!!
Be encouraged today and love on someone who may need your hug or kind word today.
Jessica
Thanks for sharing. I'm going to check it out!
ReplyDeleteHi Jessica. It's nice to "meet"you. I read some of your blog posts and you have some seriously darling little girls! My Emma is in first grade too and is just coming up on her three year anniversary of being diagnosed. I would love to chat with you. You can email me at avolcansek@yahoo.com.
ReplyDeleteHi Jessica,
ReplyDeleteI was wondering if you accepted any guest posting on your site. I couldn’t manage to find your email on the site. If you could get a hold of me at jeff@drugwatch.com, I would greatly appreciate it!
Thanks,
-Jeff