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Welcome!
The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. We are a nationwide health organization. In Massachusetts our service area is approximately 1.25 million people who are affected by arthritis...nearly 5,900 children and one in four adults.
The Arthritis Foundation Massachusetts Chapter serves the entire state from Pittsfield to Cape Cod. Our Chapter office is conveniently located in Newton. We offer a variety of programs and events throughout the year and continue working hard to expand our reach into communities and areas that need our services. If you don’t find what you are looking for here, please contact our office and one of our staff members will be happy to assist you.
Useful Sites for Patient Assistance
HelpPayRA is a web resource designed for any patient diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis to help them navigate the complicated world of insurance, support groups, foundations and grants that may be available to them. The site also offers a list of other links and educational resources.
MassMedLine is a free, confidential service available to all Massachusetts residents who are seeking information regarding their medications. Whether you are having difficulties affording your medications or want to know the potential side effects of your prescriptions, MassMedline can help.
ClinicalTrial.gov is a registry of federally and privately funded clinical trials. If you are interested in learning more, this site not only lists clinical trials but also offers educational information about what is involved in participating in a trial.
By clicking on these sites, you will be exiting the Arthritis Foundation website.
Get Involved With the Arthritis Foundation
Giving Opportunities
You can support the work of the Arthritis Foundation through gifts of cash, real estate, securities, and personal property. You can also help by contributing a planned gift. Bequests are one of the Foundation's most vital sources of income. Memorial gifts in the name of friends and relatives are a thoughtful way to honor someone special. For more information on giving opportunities, please contact Abby Murphy at 800-766-9449 Ext. 136.
Physical Activity - The Arthritis Pain Reliever
Don’t sit still for arthritis pain! Join the Massachusetts Chapter and the CDC’s Physical Fitness Campaign. Studies show that 30 minutes of moderate physical activity three or more days a week can reduce pain and help you move more easily. Now is the perfect time to get started! Go walking, swimming, bike riding, dancing, or wash the car. Contact the Information Line at 800-766-9449 Ext. 119 for more details.
Joints in Motion Marathon Training
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of nearly 300,000 children impacted by arthritis while taking part in a full or half-marathon (26.2 or 13.1-miles), or road race? The Arthritis Foundation, Massachusetts Chapter invites you to become part of the Arthritis Foundation's Joints in Motion Training Team! Click here for additional information.
Young Adult Networking Opportunities
The Massachusetts Chapters offers a series of educational and support options designed to help young adults (age 18-44) with arthritis or other forms of rheumatic disease. The support programs are a great way for young adults, their friends, and their families to exchange ideas and thoughts on arthritis and related topics. Call 800-766-9449 Ext. 119 to learn more about upcoming programs.
Donation Wish List
Did you know that you can also support the Arthritis Foundation Massachusetts by making an in-kind donation? Here are a few things that are on our donation wish list…
- Color Scanner
- Laser Printer
- Product or food donations for events and programs
Contact Massachusetts Chapter
Toll-free: 800-766-9449
