It's true Virginia is for lovers and the Arthritis Foundation, Virginia Chapter loves serving our communities. We service all of Virginia with the exception of Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax and Falls Church. Those areas are serviced by our neighbor to the north the Metropolitan Washington Chapter.
The Virginia Chapter is headquartered in Richmond with a branch office in Virginia Beach. Our mission is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention,control and cure of arthritis and related diseases for 1.5 million Virginians. We are able to accomplish our mission with the commitment of our volunteers and board members.
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Facebook and Twitter
Facebook is a social networking site that allows users to connect and share information. If you are a current Facebook member you can "become a fan" of the Virginia Chapter. If you are not currently a member of Facebook joining is easy. All you need to create your profile is an e-mail address. You can also follow us on twitter at twitter.com/arthritisva.
The Virginia Chapter is a proud member of the Better Business Bureau meeting Standards for Charity Accountability.
Contact Virginia Chapter
Toll-free: (800)456-4687
Joints Need Love Too
February is the Month of Love. How will you love yourself this month. Will you form a Walk Team, join Let's Move Together, become an advocate/e-Advocate, volunteer? Let us know. Entries will be placed on Website, Facebook and Twitter.
The Virginia Office will show its love at the 8th Annual CBS 6 Healthy Lifestyle Expo, Saturday, February 13, at the Richmond Convention Center. Join us to learn more about arthritis, healthy trends and sign up for the Richmond Walk (please have your team name available).
JA Weekend 2010
Rustle up Hope
Click the boots to lean more
AFVA Researcher Makes the Difference
Learn how our own researcher, Dr. Loren Erickson, is making a difference in the lives of children with juvenile arthritis.
Are You Ready for Winter?
It is not uncommon for some people with arthritis to experience a change in their condition with certain types of weather. Here are a few helpful hints to stay healthy during the winter, dress warmly, control body temperature at home, protect your skin and exercise indoors. Be healthy, Be happy!
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To help us help Virginia!
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We will contact you, so you can make the difference.
