Welcome to the Arthritis Foundation
Northern California Chapter
The Arthritis Foundation is working hard to improve the quality of life for all people affected by arthritis. Our efforts are concentrated in the areas of research, public health and public policy. More than two million Northern Californians cope daily with the challenges presented by the pain and disability of arthritis in their personal and professional lives. In fact, arthritis costs California $32 billion annually in lost wages and medical expenses. We are a volunteer-driven non-profit health organization, dependent on your generosity—your generous sharing of your time, experience, expertise, and funds.
We invite you to read on and meet us, use us, and join us. Contact us at 800-464-6240 or at info.nca@arthritis.org and find out how you can help.
Quick Links
- Special Events
- Programs and Services
- Life Improvement Series Program Schedule (Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program,Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program,Arthritis Foundation Self Help Program)
- Physician Referral List
- Arthritis Research Program
- Advocacy
- Support the Arthritis Foundation
- Financial Information
Gifts of time and expertise are equally valuable. Become an Arthritis Foundation volunteer today! If you have any questions, contact our chapter office at 800.464.6240 or info.nca@arthritis.org. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will be happy to help you.
Juvenile Arthritis
Families, friends, and caregivers of children with juvenile arthritis have so many Arthritis Foundation services, programs, and activities to choose from in Northern California, we decided to give JA a webpage of its own! View our juvenile arthritis page.
New Northern California Chapter DVD
Please give us five minutes of your time to learn more about the programs and services offered by the Northern California Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation.
Programs and Services
Whether you are looking for a water exercise class, a land exercise class, a support group, or a self help course, the Arthritis Foundation has a Life Improvement program for you! Programs are offered in numerous communities throughout Northern California.
Need a speaker about arthritis for your club or organization meeting? Want to help organize an arthritis Education program in your community or at your workplace? Need information about arthritis? The Arthritis Foundation is eager to help meet your needs.
Attention: Your Services Are in Demand...
Share your talents, your expertise, and your time with the Arthritis Foundation as a volunteer and it’s a win-win for you and us! You gain the enormous personal satisfaction that comes from helping others, and we take another step forward in the fight against arthritis. Read more
Joint Efforts
Read the Spring/Summer 2009 issue of Joint Efforts Newsletter
Past issues of our Joint Efforts newsletters
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Your Gift Will be Matched $1 for $1 Today!
Thank you for caring about those living with arthritis. You can make a double difference this year by renewing or increasing your gift. To honor your support, The Board of Directors has allocated up to $100,000 as a challenge grant, to match 1-to-1 all unrestricted gifts received by December 31, 2009. Please consider urgently needed support with a gift of any size, so that we may continue to provide critically needed outreach, advocacy and research for our Northern California community. Make a donation
Read the Arthritis Foundation's 2009 Summary, An Interview with PJ Handeland, President
The Arthritis Foundation, Northern California Chapter, is now on Facebook!
The Arthritis Foundation, Northern California Chapter is now on Facebook! This page can be used for everyone -- seniors, adults, kids, teens, and young adults - in Northern California to connect with one another and make new friends.
Your Support Goes a Long Way. . . .
$50 Pays the Camp Milagros registration fee for one child.
$100 Covers the cost of 4 free subscriptions to Arthritis Today. more...
HOUSE PASSES LANDMARK ARTHRITIS LEGISLATION
Bill to Improve Lives for 46 Million People, Including 300,000 Children with Arthritis
ATLANTA, Oct., 13, 2008
| Congresswoman Anna G. Eshoo |
The Arthritis Foundation applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Arthritis Prevention, Control and Cure Act (H.R. 1283), the first comprehensive, bipartisan arthritis legislation in more than 30 years. More
Arthritis Foundation Research Program
The Arthritis Foundation is America's largest source of non-government funds for arthritis research. Since its founding in 1948, the Arthritis Foundation has funded more than 2,200 researchers with more than $380 million in grants. Often, by supporting researchers in the early stages of their careers, we have helped enable important initial discoveries that have led to breakthroughs in future treatments. Read more
Become an Arthritis Foundation Advocate
The Arthritis Foundation, Northern California Chapter is proud to announce that its volunteer Advocacy Committee is one of the most active and successful AF advocacy committees in the nation! More
Gift Ideas
Looking for a birthday or special occasion gift for someone you know who has arthritis? The Arthritis Foundation offers a variety of items that can help ease the challenges of living with arthritis. Here are some ideas...
What's New?
Arthritis Foundation, Northern California Chapter Year-End Summary
November 18, 2008
See what our chapter has been doing all year to raise funds and awareness... Read MoreHOUSE PASSES LANDMARK ARTHRITIS LEGISLATION
October 13, 2008
Bill to Improve Lives for 46 Million People, Including 300,000 Children... Read MoreArthritis Research in Northern California
January 28, 2008
The Arthritis Foundation is a major supporter of the arthritis research... Read MoreArthritis Foundation Launches Physical Activity Campaign!
January 28, 2008
"Physical Activity. The Arthritis Pain Reliever." This is the message the... Read More
