Arthritis Society Canada - Toronto - Haliburton Program

Program:

Haliburton Program

Organization:

Arthritis Society Canada - Toronto

Toll-Free:

1-800-321-1433 ext 3307

Fax:

1-888-519-6869

Email:

arep@arthritis.ca

Website:

www.arthritis.ca

Address:

220 Bay St, suite 300
Toronto, ON
M5J 2W4

Intersection:

Bay St and Wellington St W

Location:

Haliburton County

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

hours may vary

Service Description:

Education, programs and support to people living with arthritis

Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP) | Arthritis Society

AERP Referral Form - GC CRM Referral (goldcareonline.net)
Community-based rehabilitation program * physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers available * individual consultation and group education sessions

Topics may include:

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 Reference Guide - designed to help people make informed decisions about the arthritis treatment plan

Arthritis Talks Series – this cross-Canada webinar series provides you with the latest guidance direct from arthritis experts, helping you get more out of life with arthritis

About Arthritis -learn more about your particular form of arthritis from this helpful guide

Arthritis Society Resources – a full list of online and printable resources and tools

Osteoarthritis (OA) Exercise Videos – an introduction to exercise for OA, exercises for hip & knee OA, and exercises for shoulder OA

Fees:

Free

Application:

Self-referral or referral from health care provider * see referral form or visit website call office

Eligibility / Target Population:

People of any age with any form of a confirmed arthritis diagnosis and their families

Languages:

English ; French

Language Notes:

French website

Area Served:

Haliburton

Print Materials:

Arthritis Rehabilitation & Education Program Referral Form