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Welcome to Our Chapter!

The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control, and cure of arthritis and related diseases.

 

Arthritis Weekly Tip 

Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate -- does this supplement ease arthritis pain? Glucosamine is found in the joints and is believed to stimulate the formation of cartilage that is essential for joint repair. Chondroitin sulfate is also found in cartilage and draws fluid into tissue providing elasticity. Combined as a supplement, studies show these two compounds are more effective in patients with osteoarthritis pain rather than rheumatoid arthritis. Check with your health care professional before taking any supplement. For a FREE copy of the Arthritis Foundation's 2008 Supplement & Vitamin Guide, call 216-831-7000 or 800-245-2275, ext. 114.
 

Board of Directors and Medical & Scientific Committee

The 2008-2009 Board of Directors and Medical & Scientific Committee were presented at the Northeastern Ohio Chapter's 2008 Annual Meeting which was held on May 20, 2008.

 

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Advances in the Treatment of JRA News Segment

Arthritis Foundation, Northeastern Ohio Chapter volunteers Rachel Ball and her pediatric rheumatologist, Philip Hashkes, M.D., were featured in a segment about advances in the treatment of JRA on WKYC-TV Channel 3 last year. The news segment mentioned contacting the Arthritis Foundation for more information, and a link to our website is on the station's website. WKYC-TV Channel 3.

Breaking the Pain Chain - Educational Series

 

The Arthritis Foundation, Northeastern Ohio Chapter is taking aim at arthritis pain with a new educational series called “Breaking the Arthritis Pain Chain.”
 
Taught by Arthritis Foundation-trained leaders, the series will explore: Understanding Arthritis (Session 1); Pain Management (Session 2); Diet and Exercise (Session 3); and Complementary Therapies and Stress Reduction (Session 4).  Participants can attend all four sessions or pick and choose the ones that are right for them.
 
A similar but separate “Breaking the Fibromyalgia Pain Chain” is also available.
 
The regular price is $10 per session. Pre-register for all four sessions and pay only $35, plus get a free Arthritis Foundation book.  The special price is only available to those who register and pay before the first session.  Partial need-based scholarships are available.
 
Pre-registration is required by calling the Arthritis Foundation at 216-831-7000, ext. 114 or 800-245-2275, ext. 114.
 

Lunch & Learn

KeyBank LogoThe Arthritis Foundation, Northeastern Ohio chapter, with support from the Key Foundation, is launching Working Successfully With Arthritis, a free arthritis education program. The presentation includes information on arthritis diagnosis and treatment options and simple lifestyle changes that will help attendees function better and work more productively. Working Successfully With Arthritis is suitable for a Lunch & Learn event and is for executives, managers, human resource specialists and employees. To learn more about the program or to schedule a presentation at your worksite, contact Eileen Moeller at 216-831-7000, ext. 155 or 800-245-2275, ext. 155.

 

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Program Calendar

Download our Online Program Calendar to view locations for:

 

  • Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
  • Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
  • Tai Chi from the Arthritis Foundation
  • Arthritis Foundation Self-Help Program
  • "Take Control!" classes for arthritis and fibromyalgia
  • Free public forums and Expos on a variety of arthritis-related topics
  • Other Arthritis Foundation services

  

Become a Member of the Arthritis Foundation

For a minimum of $20 a year, become a member and receive the following benefits, or you may purchase the magazine only for $12.95.

 

  • Subscription to: "Arthritis Today," an award winning magazine produced by the Arthritis Foundation that provides excellent articles about new medication, the latest research, and new treatments.
  • Chapter Newsletter: "Joint Venture" keeps you up-to-date on local programs, exercise classes, seminars, and presentations. Information on new medications, special events, and free educational brochures.

 Please contact us for Volunteer and Membership information.

Online Store

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Visit the Arthritis Foundation online store for all the new releases of books and videos. Browse through the selection of Books & Videos.

 

 

Remain Informed

  • Bookmark this page or add it to your "Favorites" list so that you can return often to see what is new in the Northeastern Ohio area.
  • You can visit the National Arthritis Foundation web page at any time by clicking on the Arthritis Foundation logo at the upper left.

 

To speak with someone at the Northeastern Ohio Chapter about arthritis, call Arthritis Answers™toll free at (800) 245-2275 x 114 or (216) 831-7000 x 114.

 

The Arthritis Foundation is the only nationwide, nonprofit health organization helping people take greater control of arthritis by leading efforts to prevent, control and cure arthritis and related diseases -- the nation's number one cause of disability. The Arthritis Foundation is the largest non-governmental funder of arthritis research in the world. Since 1948, the Arthritis Foundation has provided more than $350 million to arthritis-related research through its nationally recognized peer-review research award program. For more information, contact the Arthritis Foundation, Northeastern Ohio Chapter at 800-245-2275, ext. 114 or www.arthritis.org.

United Way

 

The Arthritis Foundation, Northeastern Ohio Chapter is proud to be affiliated with United Ways in the following counties:

 

Ashtabula, Columbiana, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Holmes, Lake, Lorain, Richland, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas and Wayne.

Health Partner

Humana

Humana is working with the Arthritis Foundation to extend awareness and education about the seriousness of arthritis. Humana offers health insurance products and related services to employer groups, government-sponsored plans and individuals and also provides specialized Medicare coverage for osteoarthritis health needs. To learn more, please click here.

 

Rx for Health and Wealth Forums

 

The Arthritis Foundation, Northeastern Ohio Chapter, with support from Wachovia Securities, is offering FREE education Rx for Health and Wealth forums.

The four-hour seminars feature doctors speaking on arthritis awareness, diganosis, treatment, and healthy lifestyle, and Wachovia Securities advisors presenting topics such as planning for retirement, investing, asset management,a nd the importance of estate planning.
 
All talks are 10 a.m to 2 p.m and include a catered lunch. Space is limited and reservations are required.
 

Geauga Health & Wealth

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

 

Chagrin Valley Athletic Club

17260 Snyder Road

Bainbridge Township, OH  44023

 

Co-sponsored by University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center

  • Speakers & Topics to be announced
  • To register, call 216-831-7000 or 800-245-2275, ext. 192

 

 

Cleveland Health & Wealth

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

  

 

Signature of Solon

39000 Signature Drive

Solon, OH 44139

 

  • Registration starts at 9:30am
  • Program is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will have a catered lunch
  • Free valet parking available
  • Speakers & Topics to be announced
  • To register, call 216-831-7000 or 800-245-2275, ext. 194

      

     

     

Kids Get Arthritis Too

This special 2007 advocacy edition of Kids Get Arthritis Too provides a snapshot of the newly-introduced Arthritis Prevention, Control and Cure Act of 2007 and how - if it becomes law - it will help people of all ages who have arthritis. YOU can help pass the Arthritis Act —  share your personal story about living with arthritis with your member of Congress and urge him or her to support the Act.  The easiest way is to send an email.  Learn more about what YOU CAN DO.

Program Leaders

We have a webpage just for you!  Visit our Offering Programs page.   Here you can download quarterly statistics forms, position descriptions for program leaders, training calendars, and application forms for upcoming new leader training and recertification workshops.

Joint Venture Newsletter

Please view our Chapter newsletter Joint Venture featuring information on our Chapter's PROGRAMS and WALKS.

Become an Arthritis Advocate

Help the Arthritis Foundation inform local members of Congress about important arthritis issues. Become an Arthritis Advocate. It's easy - just an email or a phone call. Visit the Advocacy section or call 216.831.7000, ext. 114.

Branches

Akron/Canton Office

 

Chapter Office

Contact Northeastern Ohio Chapter

4630 Richmond Road
Cleveland, OH 44128
Phone: 216.831.7000
Toll-free: 800.245.2275
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