Young Adults Ages 18-25
55 Members
This online group serves the young adult members of our arthritis community who are balancing the complexities of the transition to higher education and/or are starting careers all while learning to thrive with arthritis in their new environments. We invite those who are looking for support, education, and connection to join us and meet others who understand the challenges and excitement of this time in our lives.
Join young adults 18 to 25 living with arthritis from across the country as we come together online for discussions and fun group activities led by a group of peers. Our goal is to make sure you know you are not alone, no matter where you are.
Upcoming Events
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Sunday, April 19th, 20266:30 PM CST2h
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Virtual Event
- 4 people attending
We would love for you to join us for an encouraging and informative virtual event focused on navigating life’s transitions while living with arthritis. This discussion will be led by rheumatologists Dr. John Bridges, MD, and Dr. Eileen Rife, MD, who are actively involved in improving outcomes and making this transition smoother for patients. They jointly lead the BACC YARD (Bridge to Adult Care from Childhood for Young Adults with Rheumatic Disease) program, an initiative created to help young adults successfully transition from pediatric to adult rheumatology care.
We’ll cover what to expect when switching from a pediatric rheumatologist to an adult provider, along with practical, real-life advice for adjusting to a new diagnosis, managing flare-ups, and finding resources that actually make a difference. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or stepping into a new phase of your healthcare journey, this conversation is here to support and equip you.
Come ready to learn and ask questions! We look forward to seeing you there!
- Event List
-
Sunday, April 19th, 20266:30 PM CST2h
-
Virtual Event
- 4 people attending
We would love for you to join us for an encouraging and informative virtual event focused on navigating life’s transitions while living with arthritis. This discussion will be led by rheumatologists Dr. John Bridges, MD, and Dr. Eileen Rife, MD, who are actively involved in improving outcomes and making this transition smoother for patients. They jointly lead the BACC YARD (Bridge to Adult Care from Childhood for Young Adults with Rheumatic Disease) program, an initiative created to help young adults successfully transition from pediatric to adult rheumatology care.
We’ll cover what to expect when switching from a pediatric rheumatologist to an adult provider, along with practical, real-life advice for adjusting to a new diagnosis, managing flare-ups, and finding resources that actually make a difference. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or stepping into a new phase of your healthcare journey, this conversation is here to support and equip you.
Come ready to learn and ask questions! We look forward to seeing you there!
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