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Serving the areas of Sacramento, Modesto, Fresno and Reno, Nevada.
The Northeastern California Chapter serves the counties as far south as Kings, Tulare and Inyo, through the central valley including San Joaquin, Stanislaus and Merced, to the Northeastern portion including Sacramento, Yuba, Butte and as far north as Siskiyou and Modoc counties. Our chapter also serves 12 counties in Northern Nevada including Carson City, Churchill, Douglas and Elko.
We offer a wide variety of programs and events throughout the Northeastern California/Northern Nevada region. If you do not find what you are looking for on this site, please call the chapter office. One of our friendly and knowledgeable staff will be happy to help you.
Our Newsletters
The Northeastern California/Northern Nevada Chapter is excited to introduce its first newsletter!! Future newsletters will be issued on an every two-month basis for the purpose of keeping our constitutents informed.
View the latest issues:
Juvenile Arthritis Corner
Saturday, October 4, 2008 -- 504 Workshop for Parents of Children with Arthritis
"Some days your child may breeze into school, without joint pain or mobility issues breaking her stride. On others, she may struggle with the front steps, leaning heavily on the railing. Such is the unpredictable cycle of arthritis.
Some aspects of school that most children take for granted can erode your child's energy and joints: hard plastic chairs, writing exams, long stretches sitting cross-legged on the floor. Modifications can be surprisingly low-key, yet provide significant relief. For example, to help your child flex stiffened joints, the teacher can request that she distribute papers or walk a note down to the front office.
Sometimes you can handle any concerns you might have informally by chatting with your child's teacher or principal. But don't dismiss setting up more formal and legally binding paperwork, such as a 504 Plan or an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). These plans are based on laws set up to protect a student's rights to certain accommodations at school.
If your child does qualify for a 504 Plan, the plan that's drawn up should address obstacles specific to your child's symptoms. The plan, once developed, is a legally binding document that your child's teachers and other school staff must follow."
Excerpt from the book, Raising a Child with Arthritis (available through your local Arthritis Foundation Chapter Office).
Understanding that most students with arthritis qualify for services, plan to attend the October 4, 2008 Section 504 Workshop offered to parents of children with arthritis. Rosemary Blanchard, J.D.,Ph.D., Associate Professor of Education, Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies at California State University Sacramento will conduct the 504 Workshop which will equip parents to advocate on behalf of their child. For more information, please call 800.571.3456.
Note: Possible Reno area workshop: based on the level of interest, a Section 504 Workshop may be offered in the Reno area. Interested parents are encouraged to contact the chapter office to be placed on an interest list.
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2008
Time: 10a.m. to Noon
Location: Arthritis Foundation Chapter Office (3040 Explorer Drive,
Sacramento - Limited to 20 attendees)
Response Deadline: September 26, 2008
Juvenile Arthritis Family Picnic Day at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
When? Saturday, October 11, 2008 - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo, CA
Tickets: Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for children 18 years and younger
Contact: Amanda Ebersole (800.571.3456) Ticket forms must be received by Friday September 19, 2008.
Pen Pal Program
Do you like writing letters or sending emails? Would you like to connect with other kids with arthritis to share your experiences, strengths and hopes? The Arthritis Foundation offers the AJAO pen pal program for kids and teens with arthritis or related conditions. You will be matched with a boy or girl from another state! Sign up today!
2008 California Coast Classic Bike Tour
The Arthritis Foundation's Amgen California Coast Classic Bicycle Tour is a scenic bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles. This unforgettable eight day ride includes stunning sunsets, rugged coastlines, twinkling canopies of stars, quiet beaches, lighthouses, redwood forests, famous wineries and world-class cities. To learn more please visit the California Coast Classic webpage.
Spanish Self-Help Instructor Course
Do you want to help those with arthritis and fibromyalgia learn to take control of their disease? A training to prepare individuals to become an Arthritis Foundation Spanish Self-Help Management Leader will be held in Sacramento on September 13 & 14, 2008. The training is underwritten by a grant from UC Davis CalAgrAbility Project. The registration fees and material costs are funded by the grant. If you would like to learn more about this program, please contact Jay Pugh at jpugh@arthritis.org
¿Te gustaría ayudar a aquellos que sufren de artritis y fibromialgia a cómo controlar su enfermedad? Tendremos un entrenamiento para individuos que quieran convertirse en Lideres de las clases en Español para la Fundación para la Artritis. Lideres son aquellos que tienen a cargo las clases que son parte del Programa de Auto-manejo sobre la artritis. El entrenamiento se llevará a cabo los días 13 y 14 de Setiembre del 2008, en Sacramento. El entrenamiento está auspiciado por UC Davis CalAgrAbility Project. Por tanto, el costo de registración y por los materiales serán pagados gracias a la donación que ellos han otorgado. Si estas interesado en saber más acerca de este programa, por favor escríbeme a mi correo electrónico: Jay Pugh, jpugh@arthritis.org
ARTHRITIS WALK
The following are upcoming Walk Locations and Dates:
Sparks, Sparks Marina, September 6, 2008
Registration begins at 8 am walking starts at 9 am
Arthritis Awareness Presentations
Do you want a more complete understanding about what the Arthritis Foundation does? Ever wonder what goes on at our office on a day-to-day basis? What other programs are out there? How you can help?
If you've ever been curious about the people behind the programs, please come to one of our one-hour informational Arthritis Awareness presentations. These presentations are meant to give you an overview about what the Arthritis Foundation does to help people with arthritis and to provide an opportunity for you to meet staff and volunteers at the chapter office. Refreshments and snacks will be provided.
Check our Events section for the next meeting date, then please call Amanda Ebersole at the chapter office at (916) 368-5599 x 201, or email her at aebersole@arthritis.org for more information or to rsvp. Feel free to bring others along!
We promise we won't ask you for anything - just an hour of your time. Come learn how we can help you take control of arthritis.
Public Education Seminars
In addition to the aquatics programs and self help programs we offer, we also host a number of public education seminars to help you learn more about arthritis and related diseases. Please call the chapter office to hear about a program near you (800) 571-3456.
Contact Northeastern California Chapter
Toll-free: 800-571-3456
