Welcome to our first Cocoa & Connection Night! It can feel isolating to be a youth with JIA, Lupus or any other rheumatic disease. At times, it can be difficult to relate to your peers, and it’s easy to feel misunderstood. That’s why we’re hosting a Cocoa & Connection Event, on February 15th, from [...]
You know the saying "it's not what you know, it's who you know"... connections can make all the difference. Finding a strong community of support and building healthy relationships with your child's healthcare team are critical to successfully navigating life with JA/childhood rheumatic disease. In this session, certified family life educator and parent coach, [...]
In collaboration with the Institute of Work and Health, JIA Transition Clinic at Women's College Hospital, Toronto and young adults with lived experience, we are excited to host a discussion that extends Beyond Transition and the doctor's office, focusing on advocating for health needs in the workplace. You'll get to hear from an inspiring [...]
https://cassieandfriends.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/CF2023_0016_2024Conference_CVENTGraphics-Cover-jpg.webp Cassie + Friends' Family Day is a FREE and absolutely life-transforming event for kids and families affected by Juvenile Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases. It's a day filled with learning, connecting, and empowerment! Family Day provides parents, caregivers, grandparents, children, teens and siblings with the rare opportunity to connect with people that truly understand. […]
Get ready to lace up your skates and join us for an exciting day of hockey for a great cause! We are thrilled to invite you to the FIRST-EVER Scoring Goals For Juvenile Arthritis (JA) charity hockey fundraiser presented in partnership with Scoring Goals for the Community (SGFTC). Since 2017, SGFTC has been uniting hockey […]
Team Cassie + Friends Halifax Run/Walk 2024 Register Here! On May 17th-19th, 2024, let's get active and raise awareness of juvenile arthritis in the Emera Halifax Bluenose Marathon & Charity Challenge! In November 2021, we welcomed our first teammates of Team Cassie + Friends in the Halifax area as part of the Emera Bluenose [...]
If you or a loved one is dealing with Juvenile Arthritis or any rheumatic disease, you're not alone. Sign up now for access to vital resources, news, and events. Join a supportive community that gets what you're facing. Together, we can make a difference in your Juvenile Arthritis journey.
Join us in creating a pain-free future for kids by becoming a monthly donor! Your support will give kids and families across Canada the care, education and resources they deserve. Click here to learn more!