Arthritis UK Northern Ireland

04/03/2026

Are you living with a long-term condition?
Maybe you know someone who is.
If so come along to our 6-week Pain Management Programme in
Newtownards.
The course aims to help manage the many symptoms, such as pain and fatigue, caused by a long-term condition.
Our courses are delivered by trained volunteers who have their own lived experience of a long-term condition and who all attended a similar course in the past which benefited them so much, they became part of our Arthritis UK family and trained to support others.
Anyone with any type of long-term condition is welcome.
These courses follow a weekly structure but are still relaxed enough for you to feel comfortable and confident to share your own experiences and in doing so learn from each other as well as from the evidence-based approaches offered on the course.
You will also find out about all the other support and opportunities we can offer you.
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Phone 028 90 782940
EMail nireland@arthritis-uk.org

26/02/2026

Join us for our walking group in Belfast. We meet every Friday at 11am outside the Stables Coffee Shop in Lady Dixon Park (weather permitting). Everyone walks at their own pace on flat ground. The group welcomes anyone over the age of 18 who lives with pain and/or has a long term condition. For more information email Keri at k.smith@arthritis-uk.org or call 02896923265

09/02/2026

Thanks to UTV Northern Ireland for covering Mary's story and shining a light on our landmark report 'From Breaking Point to Recovery: Prioritising Musculoskeletal Health in NI' which calls for a strategic approach to improving health services for the 550,000 people in NI living with MSK conditions.

Half a million people in Northern Ireland living with arthritis or other musculoskeletal condition
https://www.itv.com/news/utv/2026-02-06/i-could-not-function-woman-forced-to-pay-for-pain-relief

16/01/2026

Are you living with a long-term condition?
Maybe you know someone who is.

If so come along to our 6-week Pain Management Programme in
Dungannon.

The course aims to help manage the many symptoms, such as pain and fatigue, caused by a long-term condition.

Participants will develop their skills and knowledge on:
Getting a good night’s sleep
Managing symptoms
Working with your healthcare team
Effective problem solving
Better communication
Handling difficult emotions
How to relax
Tips for health eating
Managing anxiety and much more!

Our courses are delivered by trained volunteers who have their own lived experience of a long-term condition and who all attended a similar course in the past which benefited them so much, they became part of our Arthritis UK family and trained to support others.

Anyone with any type of long-term condition is welcome.
These courses follow a weekly structure but are still relaxed enough for you to feel comfortable and confident to share your own experiences and in doing so learn from each other as well as from the evidence-based approaches offered on the course.

You will also find out about all the other support and opportunities we can offer you.

Click to book https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YDhjs6gV00atMg-6XssdX7ydcAJjSMRDqxZ05ev8PwpUQUgwUTFJT0ZUTldHUVBCQkowQTg5MUhaNCQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl
Phone 028 90 782940
EMail nireland@arthritis-uk.org

15/01/2026

Are you living with a long-term condition?
Maybe you know someone who is.

If so come along to our 6-week Pain Management Programme in
Banbridge.

The course aims to help manage the many symptoms, such as pain and fatigue, caused by a long-term condition.

Participants will develop their skills and knowledge on:

Getting a good night’s sleep
Managing symptoms
Working with your healthcare team
Effective problem solving
Better communication
Handling difficult emotions
How to relax
Tips for health eating
Managing anxiety and much more!

Our courses are delivered by trained volunteers who have their own lived experience of a long-term condition and who all attended a similar course in the past which benefited them so much, they became part of our Arthritis UK family and trained to support others.

Anyone with any type of long-term condition is welcome.
These courses follow a weekly structure but are still relaxed enough for you to feel comfortable and confident to share your own experiences and in doing so learn from each other as well as from the evidence-based approaches offered on the course.
You will also find out about all the other support and opportunities we can offer you.

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Phone 028 90 782940
EMail nireland@arthritis-uk.org

14/01/2026

Are you living with a long-term condition?
Maybe you know someone who is.

If so come along to our 6-week Pain Management Programme in
Portadown.

The course aims to help manage the many symptoms, such as pain and fatigue, caused by a long-term condition.

Our courses are delivered by trained volunteers who have their own lived experience of a long-term condition and who all attended a similar course in the past which benefited them so much, they became part of our Arthritis UK family and trained to support others.

Anyone with any type of long-term condition is welcome.

These courses follow a weekly structure but are still relaxed enough for you to feel comfortable and confident to share your own experiences and in doing so learn from each other as well as from the evidence-based approaches offered on the course.

You will also find out about all the other support and opportunities we can offer you.

Click to book https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YDhjs6gV00atMg-6XssdX7ydcAJjSMRDqxZ05ev8PwpUQUgwUTFJT0ZUTldHUVBCQkowQTg5MUhaNCQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl
Phone 028 90 782940
EMail nireland@arthritis-uk.org

28/11/2025

We have been made aware of telephone calls purporting to be from Arthritis UK which offer to help with the completion of benefits forms in return for a fee. This is a scam. This activity is not being carried out by or on behalf of Arthritis UK so please be vigilant. For more information on how to stay safe and secure, please visit:

Nobody is immune from fraud. Learn how to protect yourself from fraudsters by staying vigilant and taking a moment to stop and think. Are you at risk?

20/11/2025

FREE - Information and Support Talk!

🎉 Take a step on your wellness journey with our upcoming health talk on managing pain. It's about gaining knowledge on how to manage pain but also about creating connections, sharing experiences, and finding strength amidst the challenges of living with pain.

Thursday 4th December 2025, 11.00am - 1.00pm
Black Mountain Shared Space
280 Ballygomartin Road
Belfast
BT13 3NG
To register: Complete our online booking form: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YDhjs6gV00atMg-6XssdX7ydcAJjSMRDqxZ05ev8PwpUQUgwUTFJT0ZUTldHUVBCQkowQTg5MUhaNCQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl
or email: niservicesteam@arthritis-uk.org
or phone: 028 9078 2940

27/10/2025

There are still a few places left on our FREE Pain Management Programme in Newtownards!

Our courses are for anyone needing support and techniques to make everyday life a little bit easier to manage, despite the pain. We have our 6 week course which aims to help manage the many symptoms, such as pain and fatigue, caused by a long-term condition.

Our courses are delivered by trained volunteers who have their own lived experience of a long-term condition and who all attended a similar course in the past which benefited them so much, they became part of our Arthritis UK family and trained to support others.

These courses follow a weekly structure but are still relaxed enough for you to feel comfortable and confident to share your own experiences and in doing so learn from each other as well as from the evidence-based approaches offered on the course.

Click here to book -
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Phone 028 90 782940
Email northernireland@arthritis-uk.org

26/10/2025

It's not too late to join our FREE Pain Management Programme in Banbridge!

Come along on Wednesday 29th October and find out what it's all about! 2.00pm - 4.30pm at Tesco Banbridge Bridgewater Retail Park (Community Room).

Our courses are for anyone needing support and techniques to make everyday life a little bit easier to manage, despite the pain. have our 6 week course which aims to help manage the many symptoms, such as pain and fatigue, caused by a long-term condition.

Our courses are delivered by trained volunteers who have their own lived experience of a long-term condition and who all attended a similar course in the past which benefited them so much, they became part of our Arthritis UK family and trained to support others.

These courses follow a weekly structure but are still relaxed enough for you to feel comfortable and confident to share your own experiences and in doing so learn from each other as well as from the evidence-based approaches offered on the course.

Click here to book https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YDhjs6gV00atMg-6XssdX7ydcAJjSMRDqxZ05ev8PwpUQUgwUTFJT0ZUTldHUVBCQkowQTg5MUhaNCQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

25/10/2025

There are still a few places left on our FREE Pain Management Programme in Ballymena.

Our courses are for anyone needing support and techniques to make everyday life a little bit easier to manage, despite the pain. We have our 6 week course which aims to help manage the many symptoms, such as pain and fatigue, caused by a long-term condition.

Our courses are delivered by trained volunteers who have their own lived experience of a long-term condition and who all attended a similar course in the past which benefited them so much, they became part of our Arthritis UK family and trained to support others.

These courses follow a weekly structure but are still relaxed enough for you to feel comfortable and confident to share your own experiences and in doing so learn from each other as well as from the evidence-based approaches offered on the course.

Click here to book https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YDhjs6gV00atMg-6XssdX7ydcAJjSMRDqxZ05ev8PwpUQUgwUTFJT0ZUTldHUVBCQkowQTg5MUhaNCQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

There are still a few places left on our FREE Pain Management Programme in Ballymena.

Our courses are for anyone needing support and techniques to make everyday life a little bit easier to manage, despite the pain. We have our 6 week course which aims to help manage the many symptoms, such as pain and fatigue, caused by a long-term condition.

Our courses are delivered by trained volunteers who have their own lived experience of a long-term condition and who all attended a similar course in the past which benefited them so much, they became part of our Arthritis UK family and trained to support others.

These courses follow a weekly structure but are still relaxed enough for you to feel comfortable and confident to share your own experiences and in doing so learn from each other as well as from the evidence-based approaches offered on the course.

Click here to book https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YDhjs6gV00atMg-6XssdX7ydcAJjSMRDqxZ05ev8PwpUQUgwUTFJT0ZUTldHUVBCQkowQTg5MUhaNCQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

24/10/2025

There are still a few places left on our FREE Pain Management Programme in Ballymena.

Our courses are for anyone needing support and techniques to make everyday life a little bit easier to manage, despite the pain. We have our 6 week course which aims to help manage the many symptoms, such as pain and fatigue, caused by a long-term condition.

Our courses are delivered by trained volunteers who have their own lived experience of a long-term condition and who all attended a similar course in the past which benefited them so much, they became part of our Arthritis UK family and trained to support others.

These courses follow a weekly structure but are still relaxed enough for you to feel comfortable and confident to share your own experiences and in doing so learn from each other as well as from the evidence-based approaches offered on the course.

Click here to book https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YDhjs6gV00atMg-6XssdX7ydcAJjSMRDqxZ05ev8PwpUQUgwUTFJT0ZUTldHUVBCQkowQTg5MUhaNCQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl