Program: Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP) - Brantford
Organization: Arthritis Society Canada - Burlington, Hamilton and Niagara Region
Toll-Free: 1-800-321-1433 ext 3307
Fax: 1-888-519-6869
Email: arep@arthritis.ca
Website: arthritis.ca/support-education/local-support/arthritis-rehabilitation-education-program/
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility Notes: Clients are matched on registration to the closest available site to their home or virtually
Hours: By appointment only
Service Description: Range of services for children and adults with arthritis * the services provided by Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Social Workers include:
  • consultation and guidance on arthritis self -management in the community /home/workplace , including physical, emotional and psychological management strategies as required
  • customized arthritis service plan
  • group education that includes information and management techniques for arthritis

Services are provided individually (in person, by telephone, or videoconferencing) or in a virtual group setting



Fees: Free to Ontario residents with a valid OHIP card
Application: Self-referral or referral from a health care provider. Call or download referral form
Eligibility / Target Population: Ontario residents of all ages (including children) with a suspected or confirmed arthritis diagnosis * clients are matched on registration to the closest available site to their home or virtually
Languages: English ; French
Language Notes: French services available for virtual appointments and for in-person appointments in select regions
Area Served: Brantford and area
Print Materials:  Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program Referral Form
See Also: 15 - Pain
Arthritis
Community Support Services
Fibromyalgia
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
Pain
Rehabilitative Care - Community-Based Prevention and Education
Self-Management Support Programs
Last Updated: 4/8/2026
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=179044

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