Arthritis Society Canada - Thunder Bay and Northern Ontario - Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP)

Cancellation policy: Please provide at least 48 hours notice for rescheduling and cancellations. Late cancellations without significant reasoning, or NO SHOWS could be subjected to a $30 fee before rescheduling is allowed.

Organization:

Phone Numbers:

1-800-321-1433 Ext 3307

Email:

arep@arthritis.ca

Website:

arthritis.ca

Address:

1077 Golf Links Rd Suite 2
Thunder Bay, ON
P7B 7A3

Location:

Located on Golf Links Rd midway between Central Ave and Oliver Rd

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

By appointment only; call 1-800-321-1433 EXT 3307

Service Description:

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

Fees:

None

Application:

Self-referral; call for an appointment or for more information

Eligibility / Target Population:

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

Languages:

English

Area Served:

City of Thunder Bay, District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, District of Thunder Bay, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern