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2012 JA National Conference
July 19-22
Marriott St. Louis Union Station
The Juvenile Arthritis Conference is the Arthritis Foundation's signature nationwide gathering for families impacted by juvenile arthritis. Join us for this three-day education event that focuses on health, wellness and fun for children with arthritis, lupus, myositis, ankylosing spondylitis and other rheumatic diseases. The whole family is invited! Specific educational tracks focus on issues relating to parents, teens/young adults, children and siblings. Meet other families going through similar challenges, share stories, learn new techniques for managing juvenile arthritis and have fun!
Registration is open now. Early registration discounts apply through June 20th!
Find out more!
What is JA Saturday?
JA Saturday is a chance for families of children with arthritis and related diseases to gather and learn more about juvenile arthritis, meet other families affected by the disease, and of course have fun!
Who attends JA Saturday Family Forums?
Kids with JA or a rheumatic disease, their siblings, and parents. Families from any area are welcome to attend JA Saturdays in any Alabama location.
What takes place at a JA Saturday Family Forum?
For kids, we offer fun activities (varying by location). For parents, we offer Expert Q & A sessions with health professionals and resources from the Arthritis Foundation.
When and where will JA Saturday take place?
We host JA Saturday family forums throughout the year in locations across the state of Alabama. Please see below for the dates established for JA Saturday in 2012:
Saturday, September 29th - Mobile
Saturday, October 6th - Huntsville
Saturday, October 20th - Montgomery
Date and Information to Come - Birmingham
For more information about attending JA Saturday events, contact Pam Snow at 205-979-5700, ext. 303.
