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Community Action Grants
Arthritis Society Canada is committed to extinguishing the fire of arthritis in communities across Canada. This is why we offer Community Action Grants aimed at providing more opportunities for people to connect, learn, and thrive with arthritis in their own communities. Living with pain can be isolating, but together we can fight the fire of arthritis.
Community Action Grants support communities exploring local solutions. We are looking to support groups and individuals addressing arthritis-related needs specific to their communities, including health inequities and disparities that impact access to arthritis information and care.
Arthritis affects 1 in 5 people over the age of 15, and almost half of people over the age of 65. This program will help community members, groups and organizations deliver arthritis and joint pain related programs, services, or information directly in communities.
Our grant funding is always contingent upon the generosity of our donors. The maximum grant per application is $5,000 for up to one year of activities. These grants are non-renewable.
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Support and Resources in Nova Scotia
In this section, we provide you a series of resources and information to help you find support in your local community to live better with arthritis. You will find information on:
Rheumatologists in Nova Scotia
A Rheumatologist is an internist or pediatrician who is qualified by additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis and other disease of the joints, muscles, and bones.
To see a rheumatologist, you will need a referral from your family physician. A current list is available from the website of the Canadian Rheumatology Association (CRA).
To learn more on accessing care, medication and care options, visit our Navigating Through Arthritis page.
Arthritis Workshops, Public Forums and Presentations in Nova Scotia
The Arthritis Society organizes a number of educational presentations and public forums in communities across Canada. These workshops allow people with an interest in arthritis to hear experts speak on topics such as current and emerging treatments, and recent research findings.
To find out if there is session offered near you please visit our events page or call 1.800.321.1433 to speak to someone at the Arthritis Society's Nova Scotia Division office.
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Healthy Aging with Arthritis – Virtual Presentations
Arthritis impacts more than 1 in 4 people in Nova Scotia – our loved ones, family, friends, and neighbours.
Join us for these live and interactive virtual arthritis information presentations, hosted monthly throughout the fall and winter. These presentations will provide you with an overview of arthritis, symptom management and insight into treatments and self-management strategies to fight the fire of arthritis.
Learn more about healthy aging with arthritis
Fitness and Wellness
Build strength, flexibility and meet new friends!Please Note: Before starting any exercise program, it is important you speak with your doctor and the instructor of the exercise class to determine if the particular class is appropriate for your individual needs. Subject matter presented below is for information purposes only and is not a substitute for informed medical advice.
If you are interested in further information or would like to promote a health and wellness program in your community, please call 902.429.7025, ext. 8233 or 1.800.321.1433, ext. 8233.
Aquatics Classes
View the aquatics classes [PDF] offered in Nova Scotia.
NS Rehabilitation Pool – YMCA Aquatics Classes: https://ymcahfx.ca/aqua-fit-is-back/
Land Exercise Classes
View the land exercise classes [PDF] offered in Nova Scotia.
Pauline Potter Fitness Centre, Northwood 902-493-5641 fcenter@nwood.ns.ca
Qi Gong Classes
Dartmouth Sportsplex - Contact: 464-2600 for more information.
Qi Gong Level 1 - Thursdays 6:00 - 6:45 pm
Qi Gong Level 2 - Thursdays 6:45 – 7:30 pm
Medical Qi Gong - Clinic 1 and Clinic 2 at 6:30- 7:30 pm
Yarmouth YMCA - Contact: 742-7181 for more information.
Beginner Qi Gong
Wednesday 10:00 - 10:30 am
Tai Chi Classes
South Nova Tai Chi - http://southnovataichi.weebly.com
For Taoist Tai Chi® arts near you, offered by Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism, please visit: https://www.taoist.org/taoist-tai-chi-arts-and-arthritis/
Yoga Classes
View the yoga classes [PDF] offered in Nova Scotia.
http://www.elderfitlunenburg.ca