One in three Floridians is impacted by one or more of the over 100 types of arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation improves thousands of lives through programs, services, information and referral, as well as professional and patient education.
Staff and volunteers conduct patient service programs including public forums, seminars, health fairs, self-help groups, support groups, speaking engagements, land and water exercises, Juvenile Arthritis summer camps and arthritis clinics. The Chapter conducts public education forums about arthritis and the programs and services of the Arthritis Foundation. Professional education and training are provided to healthcare professionals to increase knowledge of the disease for better treatment and care of arthritis patients.
The Florida Chapter receives no government funding and relies solely upon voluntary contributions from the public to underwrite significant research and provide vital community services.
The Chapter raises revenue through planned giving and major gifts, bequests and memorial donations and special events including the Arthritis Walk, Joints in Motion Program, Jingle Bell Run 5K Run, Black-tie galas and various other events conducted within the Chapter's eight Regions. The Arthritis Foundation has funded and sponsored research for over 50 years resulting in major treatment advances for many forms of arthritis. The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is three-fold: Research, Public Health and Public Policy.
Total contributions to research in 2009 - $468,408 Contact our Chapter Office for a copy of our 2009 Florida Chapter Annual Report.
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2012 Arthritis Walk
Florida Chapter Annual Advocacy Meeting
Join us in Tallahassee for our Annual Advocacy Meeting Nov 15 & 16, 2011. Agenda includes Dinner and Advocacy Training; Breakfast and Legislative Update; Legislative Meetings. Click here for the meeting flyer. We are offering a limited number of travel and accommodation stipends. Click here for an application. Contact Kelly Skidmore, FL Chapter VP of Advocacy for more information: (800) 513-0313; kskidmore@arthritis.org
2011 Florida Golf Discount Books
Order your 2011 Arthritis Foundation Discount Golf Book today! for only $15.00 per book. Order 3 books and get 1 free! Great Florida Courses with discounted Green Fees from May through October. Some select courses year round.
Please call Diane Bucholz at 800-741-4008 or 941-708-3901 or email dbucholz@arthritis.org
Florida Chapter Programs For Kids with Arthritis
The Arthritis Foundation wants to give each child with arthritis and their family the chance to have learn about arthritis, network with other families and have fun. We have three summer camps (free for kids with arthritis), JA Connect Days and scholarships to national Arthritis Foundation Programs.
Please visit the Juvenile Arthritis tab on this page for more information or call Susan Cuellar at our program office 800-850-9455.
RHEUMATOLOGY CLINICS...
The Mid-East Region provides 4 free clinics for the medically indigent, in which rheumatologists, nurses, and physical therapists donate their time. The Arthritis Foundation provides free medical services, lab work and x-rays. The clinics, which meet once a month, are located in Boca Raton, Lake Worth, West Palm Beach, and Martin County.
Please call (561) 833-1133 for information and applications.
NEW! Tai Chi Classes for Arthritis
New Class Starts Sept 20th in West Palm Beach
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise form which is most effective for physical and mental well-being. Tai Chi consists of fluid, gentle, graceful and circular movements that are relaxed and slow in tempo. Breathing is deepened and slowed, aiding visual and mental concentration. The body relaxes, allowing the life force of "Qi" (energy inside the body) to flow unimpeded throughout the body. These techniques help integrate mind and body into a harmonious inner and outer self. A person living in harmony is more likely to be happy, fulfilled and healthy.
For more information, contact the Regional Office nearest you.
Email Congress
The Arthritis Foundation is working hard to ensure that adequate patient protections are included in any patient's bill of rights. These include access to specialists, such as rheumatologists, access to clinical trials, and the right to both fair and timely internal and external appeals. All consumers must have health care choice and access. Let your Representative know how important and necessary these and other patient protections are and that they must be part of any patients' bill of rights considered by Congress. Find elected officials, including the president, members of Congress, governors, state legislators, and more. Click here!
Living with Arthritis
Osteoarthritis Having osteoarthritis does not mean you have to sit on the sidelines with the most common form of arthritis affecting over 27 million Americans. Find out if you're at risk and how you can get moving and manage your OA pain at our Ad Council partner site. Learn More
Rheumatoid Arthritis Find your voice for better health. Order your FREE Let's Talk RA Communication Kit today! Learn More Juvenile Arthritis Raising a child isn't easy, especially if your child has a chronic illness like arthritis. Find the latest research and information about juvenile arthritis while connecting with other families living with it. Learn More
Life Improvement Series The Arthritis Foundation's Life Improvement Series empowers people with arthritis through aquatic, exercise and self-help programs that are proven to increase mobility, reduce pain and stiffness, and physician visits. Learn more about warm water aquatic, exercise and tai chi programs.
Education The Arthritis Foundation offers education days, presentations and town hall meetings throughout the year about arthritis and managing the disease. Topics include stress and pain management, joint replacement options, new treatments of the disease and much, much more. View our upcoming programs by clicking here.
Arthritis Answers Volunteers and staff are here to answer your questions about arthritis and treatment issues. Call our toll free number at 800-672-0882 anytime for general questions and we'll work with you to find answers and resources or order information online by clicking here.
One in three Floridians is impacted by one or more of the over 100 types of arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation improves thousands of lives through programs, services, information and referral, as well as professional and patient education.
Staff and volunteers conduct patient service programs including public forums, seminars, health fairs, self-help groups, support groups, speaking engagements, land and water exercises, Juvenile Arthritis summer camps and arthritis clinics. The Chapter conducts public education forums about arthritis and the programs and services of the Arthritis Foundation. Professional education and training are provided to healthcare professionals to increase knowledge of the disease for better treatment and care of arthritis patients.
The Chapter raises revenue through planned giving and major gifts, bequests and memorial donations and special events including the Arthritis Walk, Joints in Motion Program, Jingle Bell Run 5K Run, Black-tie galas and various other events conducted within the Chapter's eight Regions. The Arthritis Foundation has funded and sponsored research for over 50 years resulting in major treatment advances for many forms of arthritis. The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is three-fold: Research, Public Health and Public Policy.
Order your 2011 Arthritis Foundation Discount Golf Book today! for only $15.00 per book. Order 3 books and get 1 free! Great Florida Courses with discounted Green Fees from May through October. Some select courses year round.
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise form which is most effective for physical and mental well-being. Tai Chi consists of fluid, gentle, graceful and circular movements that are relaxed and slow in tempo. Breathing is deepened and slowed, aiding visual and mental concentration. The body relaxes, allowing the life force of "Qi" (energy inside the body) to flow unimpeded throughout the body. These techniques help integrate mind and body into a harmonious inner and outer self. A person living in harmony is more likely to be happy, fulfilled and healthy.
