Welcome!
Welcome to the Upstate New York Chapter!
The Upstate New York Chapter serves the following 31 counties in the Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Utica & Binghamton areas: Allegany, Broome, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautaugua, Chemung, Chenango, Cortland, Erie, Genesee, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Livingston, Madison, Monroe, Niagara, Oneida, Onondaga, Ontario, Orleans, Oswego, Schuyler, Seneca, St. Lawrence, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins, Wayne, Wyoming and Yates.
Our Chapter office is located in Rochester, with branch offices in Syracuse and Buffalo. We offer a variety of programs and events throughout our whole chapter area. We can also assist you in finding a physician to improve your quality of life. Since arthritis comes in more than 100 forms, the Chapter provides informational brochures that can help you understand the complexities of the disease and make informed decisions about your treatment.
We invite you to request our information, join our programs or become involved with our special events.
Programs & Services Offered
For more information on any of the following programs, including locations and times, please call your local office.
Taking Control of Arthritis Course
If you have been diagnosed with any form of arthritis, this course can give you information to help you manage your illness. The course is a strong educational program presented in one session per week for three weeks. Topics include ways to conserve energy, medications, easing pain and depression, diet and exercise. Each session lasts two hours and is taught by a team of volunteers with personal experience with arthritis. Classes are open to people with arthritis, their spouses and family members. There is a charge which includes the cost of a workbook.
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
This land exercise series is designed to increase joint flexibility, range of motion, muscle strength and endurance. This is a non-clinical program and should not replace therapeutic exercise individually prescribed by a physician or therapist. Classes are one hour long and each session runs for 6-10 weeks. Some classes may be partially funded by your HMO.
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
This is a warm water program designed to decrease pain and improve or maintain joint flexibility. This program is non-clinical and should be used in conjunction with an exercise program prescribed by a physician. Classes run for a 6 - 10 week period, 2 - 3 times per week, for 45 minutes to an hour. Some classes may be partially funded by your HMO.
Tai Chi From the Arthritis Foundation
Tai Chi from the Arthritis Foundation is designed to improve the quality of life for people with arthritis using Sun style Tai Chi, one of the four major recognized styles of Tai Chi. This style includes agile steps and exercises that may improve mobility, breathing and relaxation. The movements don't require deep bending or squatting, which makes it easier and more comfortable to learn. It is a slow, gentle form of movement. The program itself consists of 12 movements (6 basic and 6 advanced) a warm up and a cool down. Once becoming familiar with the 12 movements, the program is designed to provide continual challenge by reversing the direction of the movements.
Arthritis Foundation Support Groups
Support Groups are available for people with arthritis and their family members. These groups have been formed by people with arthritis to enable them to share practical information on coping with their illness. The groups usually meet once per month. There is no charge. Here is a chance to meet new friends and enjoy informative presentations.
Become a Member of the Upstate New York Chapter!
For a minimum of $20.00 a year, become a member and receive the following benefits:
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: Keeps you up-to-date on local programs, exercise classes, seminars and presentations. Information on discounts for chapter members.
Chapter Mailings: Registration forms and information on upcoming programs, new classes, and local fundraising efforts.
Discounts at local merchants: Watch the chapter newsletter for local retailers that offer discount to chapter members.
Discounts on Arthritis Programs and Seminars: Members receive a discounted fee on many programs offered by the local chapter.
Sign up here or call your local office today to become a member!
Rochester Area (585) 264-1480
Buffalo Area (716) 626-0333
Syracuse Area (315) 637-3568
Toll Free (800) 870-1771
Rochester Office
3300 Monroe Avenue
Suite 319
Rochester, NY 14618
Phone: 585-264-1480
Email: info.uny@arthritis.org
Fax: 585-264-1517
Office Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday
Syracuse Office
PO Box 126
Fayetteville, NY 13066
Phone: 315-637-3568
Email: info.uny@arthritis.org
Buffalo Office
PO Box 1094
Buffalo, NY 14226
Phone: 716-626-0333
Email: info.uny@arthritis.org
Upstate New York Chapter Newsletter!
Download Arthritis Update our local newsletter to find out what is going on with our local chapter.
Deb Sheridan Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Deb Sheridan Memorial Fund was developed to provide scholarship assistance to high school seniors with arthritis or a related illness who are planning on attending an accredited college or to help fund participation in an American Juvenile Arthritis Organization Program or activity for a local child or teen. Such activities may include a camp, conference, or other activity. For more information, please call (585) 264-1480.
Join Us on the Road to the cure
Want to get rid of that old car, boat or RV? Your old wheels can mean new hope for the more than 1.5 million people affected by arthritis in our chapter area. We will arrange to have the vehicle picked up, free of charge, and you may receive a tax deduction for its value. Trucks, vans, fleet vehicles, trailers, RV's and watercraft are also included in this donation program.
We can accept vehicles that have a valid title and are in running condition. All you have to do is click on the link below to get started.
Contact Upstate New York Chapter
Toll-free: 800-870-1771
