Arthritis Foundation, Northern & Southern New England Chapter

The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership and the prevention, control, and cure of arthritis and related diseases.

Description:
The Arthritis Foundation was formed nationally in 1948 and was chartered in RI in 1950.

The Arthritis Foundation achieves its mission by:

1. Funding research
2. Conducting education programs for health professionals.
3. Providing educational programs for people with arthritis including seminars and self-help programs.
4. Providing exercise classes with co-sponsoring community agencies, including warm water, land, and walking programs.
5. Sponsoring support groups.
6. Informing the public about prevention, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
7. Advocating for the interests of people affected by arthritis.
8. Seeking funds to support programs and services.
   
   

The foundation relies on collaboration with over 70 agencies in RI in order to carry out its mission.

Contact people:

Rebecca Farnlof, Program Director, (401) 739-3773, (email) Michele DiTraglia, Regional Development Director, (401) 739-3773, (email)

Office fax number: (401) 739-8990

Address:

2348 Post Rd, Ste 104 Warwick, RI 02886 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.arthritis.org

Directions:

Please call for directions

Miscellaneous Information

Handicap accessible?
	Yes
Interests Served:
	Solutions for Children, Youth, Families, Helping People in Crisis, Building Adult & Neighborhood Independence
Does your agency accept court-appointed volunteers?
	No

Last updated on June 25, 2009