TMJ
Lily’s Journey to Diagnosis, Methotrexate, and Finding A Community of Support
Meet Lily. One morning, at the young age of 2, our daughter Lily woke up limping and her left knee looked slightly swollen. She didn’t seem to show that she was in pain, but was refraining from putting weight on her left leg. We had no idea what happened and didn’t…
Tough as Nails: A Father Reflects on his Two Daughters and Childhood Rheumatic Disease
“We’re very proud of our girls for showing the fortitude needed to not let these diseases define them.” Hello families! My name is Mike Wiens, husband to Jesica and father to two girls, Vanessa 24 yrs old, and Sarah 23 yrs old. We’re happy to call Port Moody, BC our…
Emily’s Journey with TMJ
Hello there! My name is Emily Bessey. I am 19 years old and live in Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia. My journey with JIA and TMJ started way back in 2009 when I was just 6 years old. I would go to school limping, hardly able to walk, but return home…
Matthew’s Journey with Juvenile Arthritis
My name is Matthew Sholdice. I am 19 years old, and I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis when I was 3 years old. I’ll start with a little bit about myself. I was born and raised in London, Ontario. I enjoy reading, working out, and watching TV and anime. Stranger…
Mental Health Week 2020: Alison’s journey with mental health and arthritis
Alison Legge is a member of the Cassie + Friends Youth Leader Committee. She spoke at Cassie + Friends Family Day 2016 as a youth champion, speaking about the impact chronic disease has had on her mental health. A lot has happened since then, and Alison has learned she is…