Rocky Mountain Chapter

Montana

Welcome!

The Rocky Mountain Chapter serves Colorado, Wyoming and Montana.

We are working to better the lives of over 1.3 million people in our chapter area who have arthritis. If you have questions, please feel free to call our chapter at 303-756-8622 or toll free 1-800-475-6447. For infomation as to where your donation will go, please click here.

Our Mission

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

17th Annual Jewels of the Vine Wine Tasting

Mover of the Month

Our July Mover of the Month is Ron Metsala of Broomfield, Colorado. Ron suffered a back injury 17 years ago which caused him to have numerous back procedures and led to a 100 pound weight gain. Because of the weight gain, he developed OA. He started participating in the Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program and after 8 months has lost the 100 pounds that he had gained. "A year ago, I hated my life, " Ron said. "Now through regular exercise, I am much lighter, I have more muscle tone and a lot less pain." Ron and his wife, Trish, continue to participate in the Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Class and are very thankful to the instructors who have helped keep them motivated.

To submit a Mover of the Month candidate, please email ahager@arthritis.org a paragraph about why your nominee should be chosen along with a picture. A new Mover of the Month will be posted at the begining of each month.

Ease of Use Monthly Product

The Ease-of-Use Commendation program was designed to help those living with arthritis. Manufacturers are encouraged to deisgn user friendly products and packaging that could be recommended to millions of people living with arthritis. There are nearly 90 products in the program. For a list of all products, please click here.
This month we are featuring the HydraBrush Express To read about this product, please click here.

Reviewer Comments:
"100% better than any other product I've tried."
"Effortless brushing and felt like it cleans better than my regular toothbrush"
"The thorough cleaning job."
"The effectiveness of the brush & the ease of use"
"overall-how easy it is-light"
"Reduces time required without loss of quality-actually improves performance"

Coast-to-Coast Bike Ride with David Shuey

On June 5, 2009, David Shuey will ride across America to benefit the Arthritis Foundation and raise arthritis awareness. David will ride approximately 67 days, 60-70 miles each day from Seattle, Washington to Cape May, New Jersey. This ride is in memory of his mother who was wheelchair bound with spinal stenosis and osteoarthritis for 15 years. David hopes to raise $500,000 for the Arthritis Foundation.

We are inviting YOU to ride a portion of the day with David as he rides through local cities and raise funds for the Rocky Mountain Chapter. Here is a list of cities where David will be riding through. Check out his blog. For more information how you can get involved please call 303-756-8622.

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Come Talk With Us!

Every week you will find something new and unique posting on the Rocky Mountain Chapter arthritis blog. Check out our BLOG and let us know how we can better serve you. This week's posting is by VP of Development, Laura Rosseisen.

Arthritis Information

Public Health

Exercise can help your arthritis. Be sure to check out our list of venues in the Programs section of our website, or for a direct listing, please click your state: COLORADO, WYOMING/MONTANA

Interested in becoming an Arthritis Foundation programs instructor? Please check our Event Calendar for our upcoming trainings.

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