Welcome to the Kansas area of the Heartland Region Arthritis Foundation, a six-state area comprised of local offices in Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Illinois and Indiana. Each state serves its constituents with at least one service office with dedicated staff and volunteers.
May is Arthritis Action Month
Throughout May, the Arthritis Foundation urges taking action to change the course of arthritis. From participating in a nearby Arthritis Walk, to improving your health through fitness and nutrition, to speaking out about the seriousness of arthritis – there's a lot you can do to raise awareness and reduce the impact of the nation's leading cause of disability.
RA Scholarships are available! Be one of 30 people diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or a family member and receive a one-time scholarship of up to $5,000.
You need a weapon to fight osteoarthritis pain. Take simple steps and keep that New Year’s resolution to get moving. Visit www.FightArthritisPain.org to learn more about fighting osteoarthritis.
Arthritis Update is Now an E-Newsletter
We are proud to go green and save print and paper costs by taking our chapter newsletter, Arthritis Update, to an electronic format. Please sign up below to begin receiving your newsletter in your email in-box. This newsletter contains all upcoming programs, special events and arthritis news you can use. Â
The Arthritis Foundation helps individuals within Kansas acquire equipment and personal care items that will enable them to take control of their arthritis. Assistance is not available to cover the cost of prescription drugs, doctor bills or medical treatments. This program is open to anyone living in kansas who has doctor-diagnosed arthritis and a documented financial need for assistance.
Download a copy of our Direct Assistance informational sheet and application. You may mail or fax us your completed form and all required attachments, using the contact information at the bottom of the page. Applications are reviewed monthly by a team of arthritis professionals. Contact us for more information!
Throughout May, the Arthritis Foundation urges taking action to change the course of arthritis. From participating in a nearby Arthritis Walk, to improving your health through fitness and nutrition, to speaking out about the seriousness of arthritis – there's a lot you can do to raise awareness and reduce the impact of the nation's leading cause of disability.
