BUILDING BRIDGES TO A BETTER FUTURE

Supporting patients in Northern Ireland with M.E. and Fibromyalgia

Hope 4 ME & Fibro NI is a charity run by patients and family volunteers for people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.), Fibromyalgia and Covid-induced M.E.

Since 2011, the charity has supported patients and family members, educated the public and healthcare professionals, and lobbied and campaigned for services.

In 2013, the charity was recognised as a leader in raising awareness and gathering support for people with M.E. and Fibromyalgia. We were chosen as winners of the Global, May 12th International M.E. and Fibromyalgia Awareness Day, ‘Light Up The Night Challenge’. For this event, we lit up Council buildings all across Northern Ireland, including the entire 18 arches, a quarter of a mile long, Craigmore Viaduct landmark in Bessbrook – in blue!

Our Story

Supporting patients, educating the public, lobbying and campaigning for services.

Founded in 2011 by Joan McParland MBE, we are a registered charity supporting M.E., Fibromyalgia and Covid-induced M.E. patients through monthly meetings, livestreamed lectures, annual conferences, and advocacy efforts.

Our Services

Supporting the M.E. & Fibromyalgia community

GET INVOLVED

Ways we can support you

Become A Member

Get access to a range of member benefits including invitations to weekly meet-ups, resources and access to a dedicated information line.

Events Calendar

Throughout the year we have a range of events from conferences and seminars to member meet ups and more.

World ME Day

In May each year a global campaign is launched to raise awareness for M.E. Check out how we are marking it this year.

Donations & Fundraising

At Hope 4 ME & Fibro we are heavily reliant on donations from the public, find out more about how you can donate.

Volunteer With Us

Find out more how you can support our work. We are always looking for volunteers for a range of events and more.

Out & About

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Latest News

Our Blog

Hope 4 ME & Fibro NI Welcomes Landmark Genetic Proof of Biological Cause for M.E.

A Northern Ireland charity has welcomed the results of the world’s largest genetic study into Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.), which has confirmed a biological basis for the condition. The study, which

Hope 4 ME & Fibro Northern Ireland Awarded £2,000 Movement for Good Grant

Hope 4 ME & Fibro Northern Ireland is delighted to announce it has been awarded a £2,000 grant from Benefact Group’s Movement for Good Awards, thanks to the generous nominations

QUB Nursing Students Learn About Long COVID & M.E.

A huge thank you to our Long Covid representative Rebecca Logan for her powerful presentation to over 70, 2nd year nursing students at QUB! Rebecca (former nurse and keep-fit instructor,

Testimonials

What Our Members Say

This Charity diligently supports those of us who have Fibromyalgia and/or M.E. The selfless dedication and professionalism shown by its hard working team have gained us the support of the medical profession and of Stormont itself! I am privileged to be a member and highly commend its aim and HOPE that a cure for both diseases is realised.

Joy Boyd Colhoun

Belfast

Without this charity, I wouldn't be here.

Neil McCalmont

ME and Fibromyalgia, Warrenpoint

This charity gives us what it says... HOPE! We now have a voice.

Diane Corrigan

ME and Fibromyalgia

The best campaign group I've come across and I lived with the illness in England for ten years. The dedication of its members is unsurpassed.

Debbie Deboo

ME and Fibromyalgia, Moira

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Be part of our mission to empower and support those with ME & Fibromyalgia. Together, we can make a difference in the chronic illness community.