Arthritis Connect
A supportive online community for people living with arthritis
Arthritis Connect is a welcoming, peer-led community built for people navigating life with arthritis. It offers connection, support, and shared experiences that help members feel understood and supported every day. By bringing together diverse voices from across the UK, the community fosters learning, compassion, and mutual encouragement.
In this supportive space, members exchange practical tips, emotional insights, and trusted resources for managing symptoms and improving quality of life. Facilitated by experts and guided by shared lived experience, the community empowers members to ask questions and find answers that matter. Together, we work toward greater awareness, resilience, and wellbeing for all those affected by arthritis.
Outcomes
- Connect with others who understand
- Apply practical self-management strategies
- Get support from trusted peers
- Build confidence and resilience
What's included?
Peer-Advice Forums
Join supportive discussions with people who understand arthritis, share what’s working, ask questions, and get practical tips from lived experience in a moderated, respectful space.
Expert Q&A Sessions
Attend live and on-demand Q&As with trusted specialists, advocates, and charity experts to get clear, evidence-informed guidance on symptoms, treatments, and daily life.
Resource Library
Explore a curated hub of trusted articles, tools, and guides from Arthritis UK to help you make informed decisions, build routines, and better understand your condition.
Support Circles
Take part in smaller, topic-based groups for deeper connection around shared challenges like pain, fatigue, mobility, work, or emotional wellbeing, with space for ongoing support.
Community Events
Join virtual meetups, themed discussions, and community moments designed to help you learn, feel seen, and stay motivated — with opportunities to connect beyond the forums.
Who is this for?
- People living with arthritis
- Carers and family members
- Anyone seeking trusted support and shared experience
About the creator
Mark McKinnie
Mark McKinnie | Digital Community Officer | Arthritis Connect
In my role I’m committed to finding meaningful ways to support people living with arthritis and MSK conditions. This includes creating welcoming spaces for connection, fostering conversation, and contributing my own experiences and insights. In my p...