Arthritis Society Canada - South West Region

Education, programs and support to people living with arthritis

Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP) - Community-based rehabilitation program * physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers available * individual consultation and virtual 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
  
  

Online 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
  
  

Assistive Devices Resource Drug-Free Pain Management Tool Support for Childhood Arthritis - Resources for families living with childhood arthritis

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

Medication Guide - Medication guide is designed to help make informed decisions about arthritis treatment plans and assist in asking health care teams questions around available medications

Services and Programs:

• Chatham-Kent Program
• Elgin Program
• Owen Sound Program
• Oxford Program
• Perth Program
• Sarnia-Lambton Program