Arthritis Society Canada - Toronto - Midland and Penetanguishene Program

Procédé et formulaires

Self-referral or referral from health care provider for people with arthritis * see referral form or call office

Admissibilité / population desservie

People of any age with any form of a confirmed arthritis diagnosis and their families

Frais

Free-OHIP covered

Langues

English ; French

Notes sur la langue

French website

Zone(s) desservie(s)

Midland, Penetanguishene and area

Accessibilité

Accessible en fauteuil roulant

Description des services:

Education, programs and support to people living with arthritis

Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program - Community-based rehabilitation program * physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers available * individual consultation and group education sessions - AERP referral form - GC CRM Referral (goldcareonline.net)

Topics may include:

dealing with pain
arthritis medications
exercises to reduce stiffness, increase strength and improve fitness
new ways to be active and minimize stress on joints
coping with the emotional impact of arthritis
self-management strategies

Support for Childhood Arthritis - resources for families living with childhood arthritis

Flourish - Online health and wellness advice, self-management tips, inspirational stories

Medication Reference Guide - designed to help people make informed decisions about the arthritis treatment plan

Arthritis Talks Series – this cross-Canada webinar series provides you with the latest guidance direct from arthritis experts, helping you get more out of life with arthritis

About Arthritis -learn more about your particular form of arthritis from this helpful guide

Arthritis Society Resources – a full list of online and printable resources and tools

Osteoarthritis (OA) Exercise Videos – an introduction to exercise for OA, exercises for hip & knee OA, and exercises for shoulder OA

Téléchargements

Arthritis Rehabilitation & Education Program Referral Form

Vidéos :

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Dedicated to a vision of a world where people are free from the devastating effects that arthritis has on lives, The Arthritis Society is Canada’s principal health charity providing education, programs and support to Canadians living with arthritis and is the largest non-government funder of arthritis research in Canada.