Arthritis Society

Ontario Division, Halton-Peel Region

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Record #: CWL0005 Last Modified: 31 Jan 2013 Last Full Update: 31 Jan 2013
Record Details
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Description & Services
Alternate NameLa Societe d'arthrite
DescriptionThe Arthritis Society is Canada's only not-for-profit organization devoted solely to funding and promoting arthritis research, programs and patient care. 
 
Programs offered include the Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program, Arthritis Self Management Programs, Chronic Pain Management workshops, toll-free information line, www.arthritis.ca, Public Forums.
HoursMon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm 
Arthritis Information Line Mon-Fri 10 am-4 pm
Areas ServedHalton Region ; Peel Region
BoundariesHalton and Peel Regional boundaries. Services do exist in most parts of Ontario and can be accessed by calling 1-800-321-1433
EligibilityAll ages
FeesMembership - available ; Most programs are offered free of charge with the exception of the Arthritis Self-Management Program.
LanguagesEnglish
Contact Information
Address40 Finchgate Blvd, Ste 214
Brampton, ON L6T 3J1
 
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IntersectionTorbram Rd /Queen St E
AccessibilityFully Accessible
Office Phone905-455-6273
Fax905-455-6989
After Hours Phone1-800-321-1433
Toll Free Phone1-888-434-0009 * Arthritis Information Line 1-800-321-1433
E-Maillcatrambone@on.arthritis.ca
Websitewww.arthritis.ca
Primary ContactLorna Catrambone, Manager, Community Engagement; Phone: 905-455-6273 ext 221; Email: lcatrambone@on.arthritis.ca
Alternate ContactKim Rainford, Office Administrator; Phone: 905.455.6273 ext 222; Email: krainford@on.arthritis.ca
Other Details
Print MaterialLarge variety of print material availalbe through Brampton office or by calling 1-800-321-1433
Established1948
FundingProvincial - Ministry of Health & Long-term Care ; Donations
Service Level(50) Non Profit
Subjects
SubjectsArthritis ; Fibromyalgia ; Fundraising ; Health education ; Medical research ; Occupational therapy ; Pain ; Physiotherapy ; Recreational activities ; Social work services ; Support groups ; Swimming ; Volunteer opportunities