Arthritis Society
Site: Owen Sound - Grey & Bruce Region
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GBA2006 | Last Modified: 02 Nov 2020 | Last Full Update: 25 May 2020 |
| Description | |
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| Description (Service) | 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 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 and Self-Management Programs: Online self-management courses - E-learning programs including: mental health and well-being; arthritis and work; managing chronic pain; navigating your healthcare; overcoming fatigue; eating well; staying active; daily living; medical cannabis and arthritis 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: The medication guide is designed to help you make informed decisions about your arthritis treatment plan and enable you to ask your health care team questions around available medications 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: Arthritis Types – learn more about your particular form of arthritis from this helpful guide Arthritis Society Resources: Find a full list of online and printable resources and tools on this site Osteoarthritis (OA) Exercise Videos: You can stay active at home with these videos on an Introduction to Exercise for OA, Exercises for Hip & Knee OA, and Exercises for Shoulder OA |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | By appointment Mon-Fri |
| Areas Served | Bruce County ; Grey County |
| Eligibility | People of any age with any form of a confirmed arthritis diagnosis and their families |
| Application | Self-referral or referral from health care provider for people with arthritis or call office |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None ; Therapy services and educational sessions funded by the Government of Ontario |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Owen Sound |
| Address & Map | |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-321-1433 ext 1701 * Arthritis Information Line 1-800-321-1433 |
| Fax | 519-372-0056 |
| info@arthritis.ca | |
| Website | www.arthritis.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/ArthritisSociety Instagram: www.instagram.com/arthritissociety Twitter: twitter.com/arthritissoc |
| Primary Contact | Diane McGall, Occupational Therapist; Email: dmcgall@arthritis.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Ann Boyce, Administration; Phone: 519-433-2191 ext 1224; Email: aboyce@arthritis.ca |