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Ankylosing Spondylitis

National. 10 Regions. Founded 1981. Council of the Arthritis Foundation devoted to serving the special needs of children, teens and young adults with childhood rheumatic diseases (including juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus and ankylosing spondylitis) and their families. Provides information, advocacy, educational materials, programs and conferences. Offers online support and local chapter locator. Membership $20/yr. (for Arthritis Fdn).
Write:
Juvenile Arthritis Alliance
1330 W. Peachtree St., Ste 100
Atlanta, GA 30309
Voice: 404-872-7100 ext. 7538
Website: http://www.arthritis.org
Verified: 10/24/2011

International network. 25 affiliated groups. Founded 1983. Support, research, advocacy and education for patients, families, friends and health professionals concerned with ankylosing spondylitis and related diseases e.g.: (reactive arthritis/Reiter's syndrome, psoriatic arthritis, and inflammatory bowel disease). Publications, videotapes and newsletter. Guidelines available to start support groups.
Write:
Spondylitis Association of America
P.O. Box 5872
Sherman Oaks, CA 91413
Voice: 1-800-777-8189 or 818-892-1616
Fax: 818-892-1611
Website: http://www.spondylitis.org
E-mail: info@spondylitis.org
Verified: 9/21/2011

Online. 6153 members. Support and information for persons with ankylosing spondylitis and related disorders. Provides inspiration, friendship and humor. Message board. Separate forums for affected persons, families, friends and affected teens.
Website: http://www.kickas.org
Verified: 9/20/2011

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

If you find information that is not current, please contact American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse at: admin@selfhelpgroups.org

WebMD Medical Reference from the American Self-Help Clearinghouse

Last Updated: May 16, 2012

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