Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center

View a schedule of upcoming classes, leader trainings, and meetings sponsored by the Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center.

To view a list of classes by course and location click here.

To view a list of leader trainings by course and date click here.

Better Choices Better Health at the University of Missouri

Do you have diabetes, heart disease, asthma, arthritis, fibromyalgia, cancer or any other chronic health condition?  

Do you live with or care for someone who has a chronic health condition? 

The University of Missouri's Healthy for Life program is sponsoring FREE workshops that will teach you the skills you need to manage your symptoms and take control of your health.  Better Choices Better Health meets once a week for six weeks.  Topics include pain and fatigue management, exercise, healthy eating, treatment decisions, medication management, depression, communication and more.

This workshop will benefit you if you...

• have been diagnosed with a chronic health condition
• are living with someone who has been diagnosed with a chronic health condition
• are taking care of someone who has been diagnosed with a chronic health condition

Benefit eligible MU employees, retirees and family members are encouraged to attend and will be eligible for an incentive for participating in a health assessment.  You will be asked to do a survey and health assessment at the beginning of the workshop, a survey at the end of the workshop and another survey and health assessment 6 months later.  The initial screening will count towards the HFL wellness program if you haven't already completed one.

Download BCBH Fact Sheet and Schedule

Contact Amber Phelps at 882-8097 or phelpsam@missouri.eu to register or you can register when you attend an orientation.  Orientation is held one week prior to the workshop start date at the stame time and same location.  Orientation is optional, but encouraged.  It's an opportunity to learn more about the program, get registered and/or complete a health assessment.

CDSMP Leaders Refresher Workshop - 03/02/12

Attention leaders of the chronic disease self management program:

The Central Missouri Area Agency on Aging and the Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center are hosting a refresher workshop on March 2, 2012, 10:00 am - 2:30 pm at the Missouri Orthopaedic Institute.  Please join us and brush up on your leadership skills, pick up some tips & tricks and network with other leaders.  We especially want to thank you for your time & dedication!  Please RSVP by February 17, 2012.

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FREE Walk With Ease Leader Training - February 24, 2012

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The next Walk With Ease Program leader training is scheduled on February 24, 2012 from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm at University Place Apartments in Columbia, MO.

The training is free to leaders who commit to leading a class with in 3 months of the training, a second with in 12 months of the training and submit participant data. 

Click here to find other leader trainings in Missouri.

FREE Chronic Disease Self Management Program Leader Training - February 2012

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The next Chronic Disease Self-Management Program Leader Training is scheduled on February 10, 11, 17 & 18, 2012 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm at University Place Apartments in Columbia, MO. 

The training is free to leaders who commit to leading a class with in 3 months of the training, a second with in 12 months of the training and submit participant data. 

Space is limited.  Contact Kate King at 800-369-5211 to register.

FREE Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program Leader Training - 12/09/11

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The next Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program leader training is scheduled on December 09, 2011 from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm at the Tri-County YMCA in Osage Beach, MO.  The training is free to leaders who commit to leading a class with in 3 months of the training, a second with in 12 months of the training and submit participant data. 

Jingle Bell Run 2011

Put on your jingle bells and help raise awareness of the nation's most common cause of disability , while raising needed funds to help find a cure for arthritis.  All proceeds benefit the Arthritis Foundation.  Check out the website at www.jinglebellruncolumbia.org for more information or Download Jingle Bell Run 2011 flyer.

Do you or your spouse have fibromyalgia?

The Departments of Human Development & Family Studies and Coummunication at the University of Missouri are conducting a study, Understanding the Association between Spouses' Stress and Support when One Spouse has Fibromyalgia.  Check out the link below if you are interested in learning more about the study.

Download Fibromyalgia Study_2011

Also, there are many classes throughout Central Missouri to help people with Fibromyalgia deal with pain, fatigue and other related symptoms.  Click here to find a list of classes near you.  If you are looking for additional information about Fibromyalgia then you can contact the Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center by phone at 573-882-8097 or by email at phelpsam@missouri.edu.

State of the Region 2011

The 2010-2011Intervention Map* provides a snapshot of programs provided in Central Missouri from July 1 to June 30.  Using state and federal funding, CEMRAC partners with the University of Missouri Extension, local public health agencies, area agencies on aging and local volunteers to provide evidence-based programs.  Our goal is to increase access to physical activity and self-management programs in every Missouri county.  Please view the Arthritis Partnership page or contact CEMRAC if you or your organization is interested in helping us reach the 1.4 million Missourians with arthritis and related conditions.  

*The number next to the symbol represents the number of classes offered in the county. 

Rheumatoid Arthritis Clinical Update 2011

In 2005, more than 1.3 million people age 18 and older had Rheumatoid Arthritis. People with RA have been reported to experience more loss in function than people without arthritis in every domain of human activity including work, leisure, and social relations. The focus of treatment for arthritis is to control pain, minimize joint damage, and improve or maintain the function and quality of life. (CDC)

The Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center along with MU School of Health Professions and the Sinclair School of Nursing are sponsoring this one day conference on October 11, 2011.  Click here to learn more about the event and register online. 

FREE Chronic Disease Self-Management Program Leader Training - October 2011

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The next Chronic Disease Self-Management Program Leader Training is scheduled on October 13, 14, 20 & 21, 2011 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm at the Camden County Library in Camdenton, MO. 

The training is free to leaders who commit to leading a class with in 3 months of the training, a second with in 12 months of the training and submit participant data. 

Space is limited.  Contact Kate King at 800-369-5211 to register.