Welcome to the
Osteoarthritis Connect Group
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52 Members
This online group serves the members of our arthritis community who are living with Osteoarthritis 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.
Live Yes! Connect Groups offer connections, education, and empowerment. Adults living with arthritis from across the country come together online for professional- and volunteer-led sessions on topics, as well as fun group activities.
We offer a place of understanding and encouragement for both people living with arthritis and their loved ones. Group participants become self-advocates, develop self-management skills, and learn how to not just survive life with arthritis
Upcoming Events
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Friday February 17th 20238:30 PM ET1h
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Virtual Event
- 24 people attending
Join us on Feb 17, 2023 at 5:30pm PT/6:30pm MT/7:30pm CT/8:30pm ET for our first 60 minute event – a meet and greet for the OA community. Bring your favorite beverage and join us for a casual conversation on zoom and let's get to know each other. We will also share some Arthritis Foundation Resources with you and ask what you would like to learn about at future meetings. Friends, Family, and Care Partners are always welcome to join meetings. We respect privacy and confidentiality and do not record our online meetings. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate via video or phone. Being on video is not required nor having a Zoom account. A confirmation email will be sent upon registration. The Zoom link will be sent the day of the event to those who RSVP. If you do not receive the link, please check your spam folder. If you need additional login information, please visit the group’s discussion tab the day of the event. Please plan to log in a few minutes early. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Thursday March 23rd 20237:30 PM ET1h
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Virtual Event
- 6 people attending
Join us on March 23, 2023 at 4:30pm PT/5:30pm MT/6:30pm CT/7:30pm ET fora 60 minute encore meet and greet for the OA community in the event that you could make our first event on 2/17/23. Bring your favorite beverage and join us for a casual conversation on zoom and let's get to know each other. We will also share some Arthritis Foundation Resources with you and ask what you would like to learn about at future meetings. Friends, Family, and Care Partners are always welcome to join meetings. We respect privacy and confidentiality and do not record our online meetings. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate via video or phone. Being on video is not required nor having a Zoom account. A confirmation email will be sent upon registration. The Zoom link will be sent the day of the event to those who RSVP. If you do not receive the link, please check your spam folder. If you need additional login information, please visit the group’s discussion tab the day of the event. Please plan to log in a few minutes early. We look forward to seeing you soon!
- Event List
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Friday February 17th 20238:30 PM ET1h
-
Virtual Event
- 24 people attending
Join us on Feb 17, 2023 at 5:30pm PT/6:30pm MT/7:30pm CT/8:30pm ET for our first 60 minute event – a meet and greet for the OA community. Bring your favorite beverage and join us for a casual conversation on zoom and let's get to know each other. We will also share some Arthritis Foundation Resources with you and ask what you would like to learn about at future meetings. Friends, Family, and Care Partners are always welcome to join meetings. We respect privacy and confidentiality and do not record our online meetings. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate via video or phone. Being on video is not required nor having a Zoom account. A confirmation email will be sent upon registration. The Zoom link will be sent the day of the event to those who RSVP. If you do not receive the link, please check your spam folder. If you need additional login information, please visit the group’s discussion tab the day of the event. Please plan to log in a few minutes early. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Thursday March 23rd 20237:30 PM ET1h
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Virtual Event
- 6 people attending
Join us on March 23, 2023 at 4:30pm PT/5:30pm MT/6:30pm CT/7:30pm ET fora 60 minute encore meet and greet for the OA community in the event that you could make our first event on 2/17/23. Bring your favorite beverage and join us for a casual conversation on zoom and let's get to know each other. We will also share some Arthritis Foundation Resources with you and ask what you would like to learn about at future meetings. Friends, Family, and Care Partners are always welcome to join meetings. We respect privacy and confidentiality and do not record our online meetings. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to participate via video or phone. Being on video is not required nor having a Zoom account. A confirmation email will be sent upon registration. The Zoom link will be sent the day of the event to those who RSVP. If you do not receive the link, please check your spam folder. If you need additional login information, please visit the group’s discussion tab the day of the event. Please plan to log in a few minutes early. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Do you want to connect with others between meetings?
Visit the Online Community at https://liveyes.arthritis.org and find the Osteoarthritis Discussion
I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis of my left knee when I couldn't walk on it. I have had a cortisone shot which has helped! The doctors have told me to exercise and eat antiflammatory fruit and vegetables! They recommended Omega 3, too. I am nervous about going back to work so I don 't do further damage.
Does anyone have any additional advice or support which has helped them? I truly appreciate anyone's input! Thank you!
HI Marcia... thanks for posting on our group's bulletin board. I will send you a message. I hope you can join us for our upcoming event and woulld suggest that your visit our osteoarthritis hub which is jam packed with larticles and resources. at https://www.arthritis.org/osteoarthritis-patient-education.
this article may be of interest: https://www.arthritis.org/diseases/more-about/slowing-osteoarthritis-progression
HI everyone,
I hope this note finds you well. If you are new to the group Welcome!
Wanted to share that there is a webinar tonight if you are available to attend.
Thank you for taking a moment to learn what's happening,
Reach out if have questions and I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming event!
Haydee
Haydee Sedlmeier (she/her)
Live Yes! Connect Group Facilitator West Los Angeles, CA
M: (310) 210-6326 [email protected]
Arthritis Foundation Help Line 800-283-7800
Susan Mitchell
Live Yes! Connect Groupd OA Facilitator
Good morning - you can also support your local connect groups by looking up your state and nearest city at Find a local Group near you
or if link doesnt work go to https://connectgroups.arthritis.org/ and search by state etc..
I see that our first event is at 5:30 am pacific time, so needless to say I won't be there. I hope there will be some later in the day! It'll be great to meet you all.
Oops maybe it's PM? In which case I will try to attend!
Hi, I have osteoarthritis. I'm looking for an online support group that meets weekly. Can anyone help?
thanks
HI Lori T and welcome. This is a new group and details are in the works.
I am not sure what state you are in but we also have local connect groups that are virtual and some are in person.
Live Yes Connect Groups
You would search by state and area or you can always jump into one of mine
I am in Ohio - Mahoning Valley and I also have one for Orlando East Florida
Feel free to message me and I can try to help ya find a few.
Have a great day
Deb Andio
Hello, everyone. Just joined the group. I have osteoarthritis.
Welcome Kathryn, and thank you for joining our Live Yes! Connect Group.
I just joined this support group. Do you meet online or in person?
I have chronic pain due to OA. I cannot sleep at night. I cannot take aspirin or NSAIDS. Tylenol does not help much. I do not want to get addicted to opioids or Tylenol PM. Any suggestions?
Barbara
Hi Barbara
welcome
we meet virtually.
here is some information on OA , I had pain relief from PRP injections but talk to your doctor, as it depends on stage of OA progression.
May I ask what state you are in? Because there are also local connect groups and you can always join mine as well
https://connectgroups.arthritis.org/groups/mahoning-valley
https://www.arthritis.org/diseases/osteoarthritis
we will discuss a variety of things here.
Deb
Hello and Welcome Everyone !
Hi - I am a 75 yo female who has had OA/fibromyalgia for a number of years. However, over the last year I have not been able to put up with the pain and immobility. Last week my doctor finally said I was ready for replacement of both knees. He also said that 1 out of 5 replacements don't help. I am really concerned about doing the operations but feel I must take the chance. What do you folks think?
Welcome Chris, and thank you for joining our Live Yes! Connect Group. On behalf of our community, we want to welcome you to the group. We look forward to meeting you.