Arthritis Society
Site: Burlington, Hamilton & Niagara Region Office
Service: Community Support
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: BTN4423 | Last Full Update: 22 Feb 2022 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-321-1433 ext 3307 |
| Fax | 905-632-6801 |
| info@arthritis.ca | |
| Website | www.arthritis.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/ArthritisSociety Instagram: www.instagram.com/arthritissociety/ LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/company/arthritissociety Twitter: twitter.com/arthritissoc YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ArthritisSociety |
| Contact Form | arthritis.ca/about-us/contact-us |
| Agency Information | |
| Description (Agency) | Provides leadership and funding for research, advocacy and solutions to improve the quality of life for Canadians affected by arthritis |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1948 |
| Funding | Provincial - Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care ; Fundraising ; registered charity |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Education, programs and support to people living with arthritis Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP): * client-centred rehabilitation services (physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers available) * consultation and guidance on arthritis self-management in the home, workplace and community * individual and group education sessions (topics may include dealing with pain, arthritis medications, exercises and others) Online learning: including modules on managing chronic pain, daily living, staying active and mental health and well-being (see website for full listing) Website provides detailed information to help support those with arthritis, including how to find a doctor, accessing medications, learning to advocate and finding care |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm |
| Areas Served | Brant County ; Haldimand County ; Halton Region ; Hamilton (City of) ; Norfolk County |
| Eligibility | Persons diagnosed with arthritis |
| Application | Self or physician referral |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None - most fees are covered with valid Ontario Health Card ; programs and services are at no cost to clients |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Burlington |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Fairview St and Guelph Line |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Categories and Classification | |
| Service Categories | Chronic Disease Self Management Programs ~ Arthritis ; Condition Specific Treatment ~ Arthritis ; Disease/Disability Information ~ Arthritis ; Health/Disability Related Support Groups ~ Arthritis ; Occupational Therapy ~ Arthritis ; Physical Therapy ~ Arthritis |