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Angela Psimenatos

A peer support worker at the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa. She loves literature and is a graduate of the translation program at the University of Ottawa. Angela is a person with a disability who also has lived experience of invisible illness and is passionate about mental health and social justice. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, writing book reviews, and doing yoga.

The power of connection: Living well with chronic illness

I was born with hydrocephalus and spastic cerebral palsy, permanent neurological disabilities that affect information processing speed, coordination, speech, balance, and walking ability. I have chronic pain from increased muscle tone. I consider myself fortunate as I can walk and have achieved some significant milestones.

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The power of connection Living well with chronic illness

Living with chronic illness means navigating daily pain, emotional challenges, and invisible struggles. Support, understanding, and access to proper healthcare make all the difference. You don’t need to share a diagnosis to be an ally—just be willing to listen and care.

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