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Program:
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Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP)
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Address:
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1077 Golf Links Rd Suite 2
Thunder Bay, ON
P7B 7A3
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Location:
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Located on Golf Links Rd midway between Central Ave and Oliver Rd
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Hours:
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By appointment only; call 1-800-321-1433 EXT 3307
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Service Description:
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An organization dedicated to supporting Canadians living with arthritis
Provides a range of services for children and adults with arthritis
The services provided by Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Social Workers include: - Consultation and guidance on arthritis self-management in the community/home/workplace, including physical, emotional and psychological management strategies as required
- A customized arthritis service plan
- Group education that includes information and management techniques for arthritis Services are provided individually (in person, by telephone, or videoconferencing) or in a virtual group setting
No cost to clients with a valid Ontario Health card
Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP) - AREP provides a range of services for children and adults with arthritis who reside in Ontario as services are funded by Ontario Health
Online Workshops
About Arthritis - Arthritis Types - Learn more about particular forms of arthritis from this helpful guide
Medication Guide - designed to help make informed decisions about arthritis treatment plans and assist in asking health care teams questions around available medications
Assistive Devices Resource
Drug-Free Pain Management Tool
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Application:
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Self-referral; call for an appointment or for more information
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Ontario residents (children or adults) with a valid OHIP number
- People with a confirmed or suspected arthritis diagnosis
- Clients are matched upon registration to the closest available site to their home
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Area Served:
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Kenora, Rainy River, and Thunder Bay
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