Welcome to the Greater Illinois Chapter
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21st Annual JINGLE BELL RUN / WALK
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Get ready to get in the spirit this holiday season at the Arthritis Foundation's Jingle Bell Run / Walk for Arthritis. Be one of the thousands of runners and walkers who hit the nation's pavements, pathways and parks this winter to fightthe nation's number one cause of disability. For more information or to register online please visit our Peoria Jingle Bell Run/Walk website. For a printable registration form click here.
Advocacy Luncheon
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Eastport Banquet and Meeting Center
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
The Arthritis Foundation Advocacy Luncheon is a program designed to give constituents the opportunity to meet and greet legislators in their home districts to discuss the issues that are important to people with arthritis. This year, there will be a meet and greet for legislators and candidates to discuss their viewpoints on arthritis and other healthcare issues. In addition, during the luncheon speakers will educate participants on how to be an advocate, the importance of being an advocate and how legislators make decisions about voting for bills. A person with arthritis will also share their story and how the Arthritis Foundation has made a difference in their lives. Please join us for an educational and inspirational program.
Juvenile Arthritis Clinic and Program
The Juvenile Arthritis Clinic provides comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for children with rheumatic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemiclupus erythematosus through a multi-disciplinary team approach. The team includes two Rheumatologists, an RN, a Pediatric Clinical Counselor and an Arthritis Foundation Advocate. The program aims to achieve three goals: to assist in the diagnosis and management of children, to increase awareness of rheumatic disease in children and to act as an educational resource.
The clinics held once a month on the second Thursday, by appointment only. A referral from your pediatrician or family practitioner is required. Appointments can be made by calling (309) 655-7900 and speaking with Lisa. All other questions regarding the clinic can be answered by calling (309) 682-6600. Get more details.
Craig Rogers named Arthritis Foundation President
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Meet Craig Rogers of Washington, Illinois, president of the Arthritis Foundation, Greater Illinois Chapter. He has been a longtime volunteer of the Arthritis Foundation and served most recently as the branch direction in McLean County.
The Greater Illinois Chapter offices has branches throughout Illinois and 26 staff members serving 92 of the 102 counties in Illinois.
Meet your Greater Illinois Chapter
Heartland Region
The Greater Illinois Chapter is proud to be a member of the Arthritis Foundation Heartland Region. Other Arthritis Foundation, Heartland Region service points are:
| Eastern Missouri | |
| Greater Chicago | |
| Indiana | |
| Iowa | |
| Kansas | |
| Nebraska | |
| Western Missouri/Greater Kansas City |
Branch Locations
Learn more about events, programs and services in the many branch offices throughout Illinois:Central Illinois Branch |
Clinical Trial for RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
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If your approach to treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) has always been conventional but ineffective, you may want to consider clinical research. Clinical studies determine the safety and effectiveness of investigational medications, and have led to approved treatments currently on the market. If you qualify, you can participate in a clinical study to determine...more
Find your voice for better health
Order your FREE Let’s Talk RA Communication Kit today!
You’ve been to the doctor and gotten your diagnosis – rheumatoid arthritis (RA). You are following your treatment plan and going for your regular check-ups. But what can you do to play a key role in ensuring you feel your best, despite RA? The free Let’s Talk RA Communication Kit can help with lifestyle tips that may help you learn about caring for your disease.
Life Improvement Series
Take control with the Arthritis Foundation's Life Improvement Series. These programs are proven to reduce pain and physician visits, decrease stiffness and increase function.
Understanding your type of arthritis will help you select the appropriate exercise and management program for you. Consult your physician to determine what type of program best fits your needs. Click on the logos below to learn more about the programs.
Other Arthritis Foundation Exercise Programs:
Become a Certified Program Leader
Are you interested in helping people with arthritis take control of their disease and improve their quality of life? Becoming a certified Arthritis Foundation Program Leader/Instructor is a great way to help. Whether you work for a fitness or wellness facility, a local health department, medical center, community center or social service organization, you can make a difference in the life of someone with arthritis by teaching a group fitness class or a self-help course.
Becoming a program leader/instructor is as simple as taking a training workshop and dedicating a few hours a week. Click here for the training schedule for 2007. For more information on upcoming workshops, please call Heidi Koll at 309-682-6600 or email at hkoll@arthritis.org.
To download registration form click below:
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Leader Training
Arthritis Foundations Aquatics Leader Training
Community Health Charities
The Greater Illinois Chapter would like to thank CHC of Illinois for their support. Click their logo to learn more about their giving programs.
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