Welcome to the Georgia Chapter
The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. The Georgia Chapter serves all of the Peach State with offices in Atlanta and Columbus. In our state, nearly 1.7 million people are living with arthritis, including 9,200 children. If you or someone you love is affected by arthritis, the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter wants you to know that you are not alone. We are committed to helping you take control of your arthritis!
Call 800.933.7023 for information on our programs and services, as well as to learn how you can get involved with the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter.
July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month!
More than 9,200 kids in Georgia have juvenile arthritis (JA).
At the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter, we are working to connect with and serve families affected by JA. We hold events throughout the year for children living with arthritis and their families. You don't have to navigate JA alone -- join us! From Atlanta Braves games to Camp Joint Venture to Family Education Day, the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter is your source for programs and services designed especially for children and families who are living with JA. For more information on JA and Arthritis Foundation JA programs, contact Patty Rech at 800-933-7023 ext. 226.
Click here to see photos from the JA Atlanta Braves game! www.kodakgallery.com/ShareLandingSignin.jsp
Join Us at Health and Wealth Day
A Free Event to Benefit Your Health and Financial Well-Being
Thursday, August 28 / 9 am to 2:30 pm
Villa Christina at Perimeter Summit / 4000 Summit Boulevard Atlanta 30319
Featuring presentations and round table discussions on topics related to:
Your Health:
- Ask the doctor
- Medication management
- Living with arthritis
- Latest research
- Alternative therapies
- How the Arthritis Foundation helps
- Exercise and nutrition
Your Wealth
- Financial planning through retirement
- Wills and trusts
- Investing for the future
- Care, treatment and drug cost
Reservations required as space is limited. RSVP to Shari Alexander at 404-237-8771, ext. 235 or salexander@arthritis.org
Arthritis Sphere
Did you know that over 9,200 kids in Georgia have Juvenile Arthritis (JA)?
Here at the Arthritis Foundation, we are working hard to connect and serve families affected by Juvenile Arthritis.
Southwest Georgia Branch
This office provides resources to the Columbus, GA area
PO Box 1327
Fortson, GA 31808
706-576-4086
For a personal story of one family's experience with a new diagnosis of arthritis and their appreciation for what the Arthritis Foundation has done for them, please take a look at this email-able video...
Arthritis Foundation Programs
The Arthritis Foundation offers a variety of programs. Each is specifically designed to help participants increase their mobility and live a better life with their disease. Click here to find out more about our programs.
The Resource Center
We are here to help you take control! If you are looking for information about arthritis or any related condition, we invite you to visit the Dudley L. Moore, Sr. Arthritis Resource Center, located at 2970 Peachtree Road, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA, 30305.
We have a vast supply of materials available for free and some for purchase, including brochures, DVD's, books, pamphlets and activity schedules.
In addition, we have materials available in Braille, Chinese, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Hughston Healthy Lifestyle Series
These monthly forums are presented by Hughston Orthopedic Hospital in
Columbus, GA. Please call 706/494 2575 to register.
All forums are held at the Hughston Foundation; lunch is provided for $5.00.
August 26th, 2008
“Hip Wear and Tear”
Dr. Carlton Savory
Contact Georgia Chapter
Toll-free: 800-933-7023
