Through Kids Arthritis I've been able to begin many life changing and Australian First Education and Support programs and events to the children, their families and children all over the world living with Juvenile Arthritis.
This has only happened because of people just like you. Yes, you reading this blog but, what you're really doing is learning more about Juvenile Arthritis which now means you are now an advocate for this hidden yet common condition.
There's one Australian First program that I'm really proud of. It's not our School Support Program or our Online Support Group. It's our Southern Support Group.
Why?
Well all I ever wanted and still want is to meet others living with Juvenile Arthritis, no matter their age or severity of the condition. Like thousands of others around the world, I just want to meet others like me. This is so I can share with them about my condition, my highs, lows and just know that someone else actually understands what I have to live with everyday!
I know I'm not alone as everyday I hear from children, their families and carers just looking to connect with others just like them. This is why Kids Arthritis Southern Support Group means so much to me.
What I would have given just to have a group like this growing up. I know it would have made a huge difference to my conditions.
If you're reading this and live with Juvenile Arthritis or know a family who does. Please invite them along to Kids Arthritis next FREE Support Group: www.facebook.com/events/241781209598283/
Arthur's Big Blue Night is Australia's Biggest and Bluest Night in support of the 1 in 1000 Children in Australia living with Arthritis.
It's a lot of work, no wait. It's a MASSIVE amount of work that goes into create this Big Blue Night for children living with Juvenile Arthritis.
Just like Kids Arthritis Australia everyone involved is a volunteer and the event is no different.
Volunteers or as we call them, KAVolunteers come from all over the country to volunteer their time for Kids Arthritis Australia.
This year is very special as it is our second annual event and we are having LIVE local acts at the event! Local harpist and guitarists will join us this Saturday night. The biggest LIVE act is Katie, KAWarrior who battles Juvenile Arthritis will once again bring joy to all who attend through her piano.
The yummiest part of the evening is all the delicious local produce that is served to all that attend. These delicious sausage rolls, cakes, sandwiches, everything you could ever image. Are made by local KAVolunteers for the guests to enjoy. You never go home hungry from a Kids Arthritis event!
Inspirational Speakers will grace the stage sharing their journeys battling Juvenile Arthritis and what it's really like living each day in pain.
There's an auction, live music, fresh, local home baked food, inspiration and the Auctioning of the famous Kids Arthritis Quilt!
It's a night out for the whole family and it's happening THIS SATURDAY from 7pm!
If you can't attend but still want to make a donation, please head to the Kids Arthritis website.
I look forward to seeing you all on Saturday!
This has only happened because of people just like you. Yes, you reading this blog but, what you're really doing is learning more about Juvenile Arthritis which now means you are now an advocate for this hidden yet common condition. 
If you're reading this and live with Juvenile Arthritis or know a family who does. Please invite them along to Kids Arthritis next FREE Support Group: www.facebook.com/events/241781209598283/
