HEY Endo Support Group will hold monthly get-togethers
HEY Endo Support Group is a registered charity supporting people across the UK (Image: heyendo.co.uk)
A Hull based charity supporting those affected by endometriosis and related conditions is launching a new monthly in-person support group following overwhelming demand from its community. HEY Endo Support Group, a registered charity supporting people across the UK, is launching “Cramp Camp”, a welcoming and informal support group designed for people living with endometriosis, adenomyosis, PMOS and other chronic gynaecological health conditions.
The first Cramp Camp meeting will take place on Thursday, June 25 from 6pm to 8pm at Holderness House, Laburnum Avenue, Garden Village, Hull, HU8 8PA. The group will then continue on the last Thursday of every month, providing a regular opportunity for people to connect, share experiences and access peer support.
There is no need to book; just turn up when you feel ready. HEY Endo Support Group was established to improve the lives of those affected by endometriosis and related conditions originally across Hull and East Yorkshire but has now grown to support people across the UK.
The charity provides support, advocacy, awareness campaigns, educational resources, community events and practical assistance to individuals who often face years of symptoms, delayed diagnoses and a lack of understanding about their conditions. The launch of Cramp Camp follows repeated requests from members of the local community for a face-to-face support group where people could meet others locally who genuinely understand the daily realities of living with chronic pelvic pain and reproductive health conditions.
Whether someone is newly diagnosed, currently seeking answers, has been living with their condition for many years or simply wants somewhere safe to talk openly, Cramp Camp aims to offer a supportive and understanding environment free from judgement. Attendees can expect:
- Opportunities to share experiences with others who understand
- The chance to build friendships and connections within the local community
- Free refreshments
- A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with no pressure or expectations
- Support and guidance from the charity
A charity executive for HEY Endo Support Group said: “Living with conditions such as endometriosis, adenomyosis and PMOS can be incredibly isolating. Many people tell us they don’t know anyone else who understands what they’re going through.
“Cramp Camp has been created to change that. It’s not a formal meeting or structured programme; it’s simply a warm and welcoming space where people can come together, talk, listen, learn from one another and realise they are not alone.”
Endometriosis affects approximately one in 1ten women and those assigned female at birth, yet the average time to diagnosis remains several years. Many people living with chronic gynaecological conditions experience significant impacts on their physical health, mental wellbeing, education, careers and relationships.
Through initiatives such as Cramp Camp, HEY Endo hopes to ensure that nobody has to navigate these challenges alone. For more information about Cramp Camp or the work of HEY Endo Support Group, please visit the website heyendo.co.uk
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