Arthritis Society Canada

Site: Burlington, Hamilton & Niagara Region Office

Service: Community Support

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 Facebook, Instagram Instagram, LinkedIn LinkedIn, X (Twitter) X (Twitter), YouTube YouTube

Site Information

Located In Community Burlington
Address & Map
2289 Fairview St, Suite 424
Burlington, ON L7R 2E3
Intersection Fairview St and Guelph Line
Physical Access Fully Accessible

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

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
Older Adult Main Categories COMMUNITY HEALTH
Older Adult Sub-Categories Health Related Support Groups