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Chronic Illness and Disability Groups in Connecticut

There are 3 chronic illness and disability groups in Connecticut on The Group Guide: 3 hybrid. 3 are all free to join. 2 are led by a licensed professional. Another 43 online chronic illness and disability groups are listed from other states, and many accept members from anywhere. Free to browse. No account needed.

3in Connecticut
3free to join
2led by a licensed professional
43online, listed nationwide
Counts update as listings change. Updated July 27, 2026.

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Chronic Illness and Disability groups in Connecticut

Each listing is written by the group leader and says where and when the group meets, what it costs, and how to join.

Therapeutic Led by a licensed professional

Free Cancer Support Groups — Danbury, CT | Ann’s Place

Ann's Place is a Connecticut nonprofit in Danbury that walks alongside anyone affected by cancer. Its free support groups give patients, survivors, caregivers, and…

80 Saw Mill Road, Danbury, CT 06810Hybrid

See how to join → Free to join

Peer Support Led by a licensed professional

Free Brain Injury Support Groups — Connecticut | BIAC

The Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut (BIAC) has stood beside brain injury survivors and their families across the state since 1982. Through a statewide…

Connecticut (Statewide & Virtual)Hybrid

See how to join → Free to join

Peer Support

Free Brain Tumor Peer Support — Connecticut | CTBTA

The Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance (CTBTA), a nonprofit based in West Hartford, offers free peer support to anyone whose life has been touched by…

Connecticut (Virtual & In-Person)Hybrid

See how to join → Free to join

Online

Online chronic illness and disability groups listed in other states

Many online groups accept members from anywhere. Check each listing for who can join, since some therapist-led groups only take people in the states where the leader is licensed.

Shared Community Led by a licensed professional

Radical Self-Compassion for Mortal Moms – Practice & Support Group

Your first time: The group has a repeating format starting with a brief orientation to group, then those who would like can introduce themselves…

USAVirtual/Remote

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Peer Support

Free GIST Patient & Caregiver Virtual Support Groups — Online | Life Raft Group

The Life Raft Group is a nonprofit based in Wayne, New Jersey that supports people living with GIST (gastrointestinal stromal tumor) and other rare…

Wayne, NJ (virtual groups)Virtual/Remote

See how to join → Free to join

Peer Support

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation — Support Groups (Nationwide Network)

The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation runs a national network of free support groups for patients and caregivers affected by Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.…

Online, nationwideVirtual/Remote

See how to join → Free to join

Peer Support Led by a licensed professional

Free Chronic Pain Support Group, Online, Nationwide | Life to the Fullest

Life to the Fullest is a free support group and workshop for people living with ongoing pain. It was started by Tina Hardenbergh, who…

Online, nationwideVirtual/Remote

See how to join → Free to join

Peer Support

Free Arthritis Peer Connect Group — Missouri | Arthritis Foundation

The Missouri Live Yes! Connect Group is the Arthritis Foundation's free peer community for adults across the state who live with arthritis and the…

Missouri (virtual)Virtual/Remote

See how to join → Free to join

Peer Support Led by a licensed professional

Free Stroke Survivor Support Group — Online, ME | York Hospital

York Hospital's Stroke Support Group offers survivors and family members a way to understand the effects of stroke and find ways to enrich their…

Statewide, Maine (Online) — hosted by York Hospital, York, ME 03909Virtual/Remote

See how to join → Free to join

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Common questions

Questions about chronic illness and disability groups in Connecticut

Are there free chronic illness and disability groups in Connecticut?

Yes. 3 of the 3 chronic illness and disability groups listed in Connecticut are free to join. Each listing states its own cost, so you know before you reach out.

Can I join an online chronic illness and disability group from Connecticut?

There are 43 online chronic illness and disability groups on The Group Guide. Peer-led and community groups usually accept members from anywhere. Therapist-led groups may only accept people in the states where the leader is licensed, and each listing says who can join.

What is the difference between a chronic illness and disability support group and a chronic illness and disability therapy group?

A support group is usually led by a peer or volunteer and centers on shared experience. A therapy group is led by a licensed clinician and works toward treatment goals. 2 of the 3 chronic illness and disability groups listed in Connecticut are led by a licensed professional. Listings show whether a licensed professional leads the group.

Do I need a referral to join?

Most groups on The Group Guide accept self-referrals: you contact the group directly. Some insurance-covered groups ask for a referral, and the listing will say so.

How do I know a listing is current?

Group leaders write their own listings, and listings show when their details were last checked. That check confirms the group's details match its own website. It is not a clinical review or an endorsement.

If you need help now

A support group is not crisis care. If you or someone you know is struggling right now:

  • Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential, 24/7.

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