Childhood Arthritis Backpack
Provided by: Arthritis Society - Atlantic Region
Service Description
Delivers a backpack filled with information and tools to families of children who have been newly diagnosed with arthritis. Each backpack has broad straps, padding, and waist support to minimize strain on the vulnerable joints of young people with arthritis and includes:
- An instructional video for parents and caregivers about how to fit, pack, and safely wear the backpack
- An awareness video for teachers
- A plush animal with a removable warming and cooling pack to ease sore joints
- A family informational resource about helping young people live well with arthritis
- Pencil grips and zipper pulls
- An award-winning children's book that explains chronic pain
- An illustrated booklet that shares the experiences of other children living with arthritis
Information
Eligibility:
Children ages 4-10 years living with arthritis and other rheumatic diseases
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Contact your pediatric rheumatologist to receive a voucher * Call or email the Arthritis Society
Documents Required:
Not applicable
Program Email:
Language:
English
Coverage Area:
Canada
Service Locations & Contact Info
- Halifax, NS
- Coverage Area:Prince Edward Island * New Brunswick * Newfoundland * Nova Scotia
- Disabilities Access:Not applicable
- Arthritis Information Line: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm AST * Halifax Office Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
