Welcome to the Greater Illinois Chapter
Thank you for visiting! You have reached the Greater Illinois Chapter. We serve 92 of the 102 counties in
Let's Move Together Arthritis Walk
Let's Move Together at the 2009 Arthritis Walk. The Arthritis Walk is the Arthritis Foundation's annual nationwide event that raises awareness and funds to fight arthritis, the nation's most common cause of disability. It is a tremendous opportunity to help improve the lives of 46 million men, women and children doctor-diagnosed with arthritis.
By registering for the 2009 Arthritis Walk, you are also becoming a part of Let's Move Together, a nationwide movement led by the Arthritis Foundation....more
Classic Auto Show for Arthritis & Mega Cruise
Arthritis Foundation MEGA CRUISE, Saturday, October 3, 2009
Arthritis Foundation / Cops for Kids Auto Show, Sunday, October 4, 2009
Join us for the 3rd Annual Classic Auto Show for Arthritis on Peoria's beautiful riverfront. People throughout Illinois bring their cars and motorcycles for everyone's enjoyment. All proceeds will benefit Juvenile Rheumatois Arthritis Research and Services. Visit our Auto Show website at www.autoshow4arthritis.com for more information about this event. Together with the help of Cops for Kids we make this an enjoyable event for the whole family.
22nd Annual JINGLE BELL RUN / WALK
Get ready to get in the spirit this holiday season at the Arthritis Foundation's Jingle Bell Run / Walk for Arthritis. Be one of the thousands of runners and walkers who hit the nation's pavements, pathways and parks this winter to fightthe nation's number one cause of disability. Check out all the Jingle Bell Run/Walks in this area!
Meet your Greater Illinois Chapter
Heartland Region
The Greater Illinois Chapter is proud to be a member of the Arthritis Foundation Heartland Region. Other Arthritis Foundation, Heartland Region service points are:
| Eastern Missouri | |
| Greater Chicago | |
| Indiana | |
| Iowa | |
| Kansas | |
| Nebraska | |
| Western Missouri/Greater Kansas City |
Clinical Trial for RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
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If your approach to treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) has always been conventional but ineffective, you may want to consider clinical research. Clinical studies determine the safety and effectiveness of investigational medications, and have led to approved treatments currently on the market. If you qualify, you can participate in a clinical study to determine...more
Find your voice for better health
Order your FREE Let’s Talk RA Communication Kit today!
You’ve been to the doctor and gotten your diagnosis – rheumatoid arthritis (RA). You are following your treatment plan and going for your regular check-ups. But what can you do to play a key role in ensuring you feel your best, despite RA? The free Let’s Talk RA Communication Kit can help with lifestyle tips that may help you learn about caring for your disease.
Life Improvement Series
Take control with the Arthritis Foundation's Life Improvement Series. These programs are proven to reduce pain and physician visits, decrease stiffness and increase function.
Understanding your type of arthritis will help you select the appropriate exercise and management program for you. Consult your physician to determine what type of program best fits your needs. Click on the logos below to learn more about the programs.
Other Arthritis Foundation Exercise Programs:
Become a Certified Program Leader
Are you interested in helping people with arthritis take control of their disease and improve their quality of life? Becoming a certified Arthritis Foundation Program Leader/Instructor is a great way to help. Whether you work for a fitness or wellness facility, a local health department, medical center, community center or social service organization, you can make a difference in the life of someone with arthritis by teaching a group fitness class or a self-help course.
Becoming a program leader/instructor is as simple as taking a training workshop and dedicating a few hours a week. For more information on upcoming workshops visit the Leader Corner or please call Heidi Koll-Pio at 309-682-6600 or email at hkoll@arthritis.org.
Community Health Charities
The Greater Illinois Chapter would like to thank CHC of Illinois for their support. Click their logo to learn more about their giving programs.
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