top of page

National ME Organisations

ME Association logo

The ME Association:

​

  • ME Connect Helpline 0800 538 5200 (freephone) .

If you need help or want to talk, we’re here. You will speak directly and confidentially with someone who will support you. We provide information, signposting and support. We do not judge, offer opinions or tell you what to do. We’re here for you:

​.

  • Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm

  • Late night Thursday until 9pm

  • Sat & Sun 10am - 12pm  7pm - 9pm​

​​

The MEA publishes over 90 leaflets covering many aspects of living with ME including:  

  • Guides on benefits, insurance, blue badge scheme

  • How to get social care services, advice on caring for PWME and pacing

  • Children and young people, Severe ME, Education and employment

  • Medical management and mental health

  • General info (e.g. dental care, diagnosis, dealing with doctors, disability rating scale, explaining ME to others, specialist services)

All these can be obtained from the ME Association Shop - some are free, some require a small fee (often £1). 

Action for ME logo

Action for ME

The UK’s leading charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with ME,  AfME provides information and support to people affected by ME and has been at the forefront of campaigning for more research, better treatments and services since 1987.

  • Welfare Rights line: 0845 122 8648 (Mon to Thu, various times) 

  • General enquiries: 0845 123 2380, 9am-5pm, Mon to Fri.

25% ME Group logo

The 25% ME Group exists to support all who are severely affected by ME — including the housebound, bed-bound and wheelchair users — and their carers. 

  • Telephone: 01292 318611

bottom of page