Arthritis Society Canada, Burlington, Hamilton & Niagara Region Office, Community Support

Arthritis Society Canada

Site: Burlington, Hamilton & Niagara Region Office

Service: Community Support

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Record #: BTN4423

Last Full Update: 08 Nov 2024

Contact Information

Toll Free Phone	1-800-321-1433 ext 3307
Fax	1-888-519-6869
E-Mail	arep@arthritis.ca
Website	arthritis.ca
Contact Form	arthritis.ca/about-us/contact-us
Social Media	Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), YouTube

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	(51) Registered Charity
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 website provides detailed information to help support those with arthritis, including how to find a doctor, accessing medications, learning to advocate and finding care online learning includes modules on managing chronic pain, daily living, staying active and mental health and well-being (see website for full listing) 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)
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 who have a valid health card
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	2289 Fairview St, Suite 424 Burlington, ON L7R 2E3 View Google 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

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