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Some people do best with a large support group, while others need a small support system. Giving and receiving support from others is a basic human need.
The goal of social support is to decrease stress.
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Thank you for helping to make it possible for the Arthritis Foundation of South Africa, to provide over 4500 members with education, support, advocacy, information and a lay of arms of professional bodies, your generosity helps us spread light, comfort, and hope to all those living with Arthritis.
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We run a range of educational programmes with experts and leaders in th the arthritis community. The programmes we focus on improving the lives of those affected by arthritis for their daily and long-term health.
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Including us in your will is a way to bring dignity, meaning and purpose to a life well lived. It is an opportunity to continue to support the good work we do, or to support us in the way you always wanted to, but were unable to in your lifetime. You, and your values, beliefs and generous philanthropic role modelling, will live on in the memories of our members and beneficiaries.
The simple fact is that without your generosity, our foundation would not exist.
Bequests form the financial basis our foundation and are absolutely essential for ensuring the good work we do continues into the future.
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Champion today!
Become an AFSA Champion through our public awareness volunteering program.
Volunteering with us is an opportunity to make a difference by creating awareness for Arthritis in your neighbourhood no matter where you are within South Africa.
Enthusiastic volunteers will help us with the task of distributing promotional and educational material to your nearest public areas; clinics, libraries, hospitals, etc.
If you have time to give and the commitment to end avoidable disabilities caused by late / no diagnosis of arthritis, then we are keen to welcome you among our team.
The need is great and the resources are limited - this is a non-paying position and is suitable for people who really just want to help spread Arthritis awareness and education by distributing relevant material from Arthritis Foundation of South Africa.
Send an email to: Info@arthritis.org.za and we will get in touch with you.
The Arthritis Foundation is a patient-centred, non-profit organisation that is dedicated to education, assistance, and informing the public on the impact and consequences of RMDs.
The Arthritis Foundation of SA is a registered non-profit organisation, No 002-847 NPO