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Program:
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Erin Program
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-321-1433 ext 3307
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Fax:
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1-888-519-6869
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Location:
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Erin
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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By appointment
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Service Description:
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Education, programs and support to people living with arthritis
Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP) | Arthritis Society
Community-based rehabilitation program * physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers available * individual consultation and group education sessions
- dealing with pain
- arthritis medications
- exercises to reduce stiffness, increase strength and improve fitness
- new ways to be active and minimize stress on joints
- coping with the emotional impact of arthritis
- self-management strategies
Online self-management courses e-learning programs including:
- mental health and well-being
- arthritis and work
- managing chronic pain
- navigating your healthcare
- overcoming fatigue
- eating well
- staying active
- daily living
- medical cannabis and arthritis
Assistive Devices Resource
Drug-Free Pain Management Tool
Support for Childhood Arthritis - Resources for families living with childhood arthritis
Flourish- Online health and wellness advice, self-management tips, inspirational stories
Medication guide is designed to help make informed decisions about arthritis treatment plans and assist in asking health care teams questions around available medications
Arthritis Talks Series - Cross-Canada webinar series provides the latest guidance direct from arthritis experts, helping get more out of life with arthritis
About Arthritis - Arthritis Types - Learn more about particular forms of arthritis from this helpful guide
Arthritis Society Resources - Find a full list of online and printable resources and tools on site
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Fees:
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Free
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Application:
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Self-referral or referral from health care provider for people with arthritis * see referral form or call office * on-line referral or OCEAN eReferral
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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People of any age with any form of a confirmed arthritis diagnosis and their families
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Waterloo-Wellington
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Last Updated:
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4/10/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=222848
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