Arthritis New Zealand

Arthritis Assist services offer support and guidance to people with arthritis, their families and their support team.

Through compassionate listening and evidence-based guidance (pain management, nutrition, mindfulness and exercise), we aim to empower you to find your way to live well with arthritis.

We provide self management workshops which cover all aspects of learning to manage your arthritis and live an independent life. 

Support groups exist in numerous locations around New Zealand. They are made up of people with arthritis and provide guidance, friendship and social interaction on a regularly scheduled basis.

For details of the nearest support group ring 0800 663-463. If you would like to set up a support group in your area, then please also ring 0800 663-463.

 The following link with take you to more specific information about support groups, self management programs and seminars http://www.arthritis.org.nz/information/treatment-management/arthritis-new-zealand-services/

Information about all forms of arthritis, treatments, pain management, employment issues and access to other support service.

Support for Newly Diagnosed – a chance to talk with someone who has the same condition

Comprehensive services are available for older people who are affected by arthritis.

We provide advocacy services for people with arthritis for:

• employment
• and access to rheumatology services and medications
• issues affecting people with arthritis and their families

We offer information and advice services for families, children and young people with arthritis. 

For more information click on the following link http://www.arthritis.org.nz/information/children-with-arthritis/