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WHAT IS A CONNECT GROUP?


WHAT ARE LIVE YES! CONNECT GROUPS?

Live Yes! Connect Groups provide supportive social connections and are inclusive
to parents/guardians of children or adults living with all types of arthritis
and rheumatic diseases. These virtual or in person groups bring people together
for fun social and informative educational events and activities focused on
mutual support and positive coping strategies for living well. They offer a
place of understanding and encouragement for both people living with arthritis
and their loved ones. Group members become self-advocates, develop
self-management skills and learn not only how to survive life with arthritis but
to also thrive. 

People living with certain types of inflammatory arthritis and other conditions
may be more vulnerable to infections and viruses, like COVID-19. As such, the
Arthritis Foundation encourages all attendees of in-person Connect Groups to
continue wearing masks and staying up-to-date on vaccines and boosters.
Additionally, unvaccinated attendees are encouraged to get a negative COVID test
within 48 hours before attending the event. If you are not feeling well or
experiencing symptoms of an infectious condition (fever, cough, runny nose,
nausea, indigestion, congestion, etc.) please stay home.  

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CONNECT GROUPS BY TOPIC

Live Yes! Connect Groups are for people interested in a specific topic or type
of group. Meetings are held virtually, so participants may join from anywhere in
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AFRICAN AMERICANS CONNECT GROUP

This group is for African American arthritis patients and their caregivers. It’s
an opportunity to meet others who understand the unique obstacles arthritis can
bring, like accessing equitable care.

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ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS CONNECT GROUP

This online group serves the members of our arthritis community who are living
with Ankylosing Spondylitis and related conditions from across the country. We
invite those who are looking for support, education, robust programming, expert
speakers, and connection to join us and meet others who understand.  

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FAMILY PLANNING AND PARENTING CONNECT GROUP

This group is for prospective and expecting parents who have a form of
arthritis, whether you’re considering getting pregnant, already pregnant or just
looking for support in your parenthood journey.

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GOUT CONNECT GROUP

This online group serves the members of our arthritis community who are living
with Gout and related conditions from across the country. We invite those who
are looking for support, education, robust programming, expert speakers, and
connection to join us and meet others who understand.

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HISPANIC CONNECT GROUP

This online group serves the members of our arthritis community who are Hispanic
from across the country. We invite those who are looking for support, education,
robust programming, expert speakers, and connection to join us and meet others
who understand.  

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LGBTQIA+ CONNECT GROUP

This group is for LGBTQIA members of the arthritis community and their loved
ones. Our rainbow table offers support, education, expert speakers, camaraderie
and more assistance.

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MILITARY & VETERANS CONNECT GROUP

This group is for both retired military veterans and current active-duty
personnel who battle a form of arthritis, which affects one in three service
members. Caregivers are also welcome.

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NEWLY DIAGNOSED CONNECT GROUP

This group is for patients who have been newly or recently diagnosed with one or
more forms of arthritis and are still adjusting. Caregivers are welcome, too.

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OSTEOARTHRITIS CONNECT GROUP

Meet other people living with osteoarthritis in this Connect Group to share
support, education and connection to help you live better with this disease.
Caregivers and loved ones are welcome.

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PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME CONNECT GROUP

This group is for parents of children with Ehlers Danlos syndromes, led by a
parent of two daughters with EDS hypermobility type. Connect with other EDS
parents here.

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PARENTS OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH JA CONNECT GROUP

This group is for parents of children with juvenile arthritis who are in
elementary school or younger. Learn skills to improve daily living and ways to
advocate for your child.

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PARENTS OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH JA CONNECT GROUP

This group is for parents of children with juvenile arthritis who are in high
school. Learn skills to improve daily living and ways to advocate for your high
schooler.

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PARENTS OF MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH JA CONNECT GROUP

This group is for parents of children with juvenile arthritis who are in middle
school. Learn skills to improve daily living and ways to advocate for your tween
or teen.

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PSORIATIC ARTHRITIS CONNECT GROUP

Join the Psoriatic Arthritis Connect Group to meet others with similar
challenges. Sharing support, education and connection helps members live better
with this disease. Caregivers and loved ones are welcome.

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RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS CONNECT GROUP

Join others living with rheumatoid arthritis in this Connect Group to share
support, education and connection to help you live better with this disease.
Caregivers and loved ones are welcome.

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YOUNG ADULTS CONNECT GROUP

This group is for young adults, 18 to 25, who grew up with juvenile arthritis,
and you’re now dealing with college or starting your own career while
transitioning to adulthood.

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OSTEOARTHRITIS CONNECT GROUP - HOLIDAY HACKS UNLEASHED: TIPS AND CLEVER
STRATEGIES TO THRIVE AND CREATE LASTING MEMORIES

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2023 ADVOCACY YEAR-IN-REVIEW WEBINAR

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BETTER HEALTH CARE THROUGH COMMUNICATION

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FESTIVIDADES CON ARTRITIS INFLAMATORIA-OSTEOARTRITIS/ HOLIDAYS WITH INFLAMMATORY
ARTHRITIS AND OSTEOARTHRITIS

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RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS CONNECT GROUP VIRTUAL MEETING - HOLIDAY SOCIAL

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR

Special thanks to AbbVie and Horizon Therapeutics for helping people with
different kinds of arthritis connect with others for mutual support. These
virtual and in-person Connect Groups offer opportunities for social and
educational events and activities, as well as positive coping strategies for
living well.




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