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Arthritis Society Canada - South West Region - Sarnia-Lambton Program

Sarnia-Lambton Program

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Twin Bridges Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic
153 Christina St S
Sarnia
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Toll-Free: 1-800-321-1433 ext 3307
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Fax: 1.888.519.6969
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By appointment
Last updated: May 21, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

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

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

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

Fees

Free

Contacts

Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program
1.800.321.1433 ext 3307

Languages

English ; French

Language Note

French website

Area(s) Served

Sarnia-Lambton

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Education, programs and support to people living with arthritis

Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP) Arthritis Society- 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

 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

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About Us

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.

Last updated: May 21, 2024: Suggest an edit
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