Ep 90. The power of Pain Cafés with Anna, Lauren, and Emma

Living with pain doesn’t have to mean living alone. In this episode, we explore the power of Pain Cafés, a compassionate, community-based approach that is helping people manage chronic pain in practical, holistic ways. Alison is joined by Emma Farrington, Wellbeing Team Lead, First Coastal Primary Care Network (PCN), Anna Chapman, Personalised Care Lead at K2 PCN, and Lauren Boon, Health and Wellbeing Coach, Thrive Tribe, K2 PCN. Together, they share how Pain Cafés support people to live well with pain, reduce reliance on medication, and build confidence through peer support, pacing, mindfulness, and other self-management skills. You’ll hear real insights from the first groups of Pain Café users, learn why collaboration across communities matters, and discover how small, low-cost ideas can make a big difference to people’s lives. Listen now to hear how Pain Cafés are changing the way we support people living with pain across Lincolnshire and consider what you could do in your area.