On Saturday the 28th of May 2005, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), held a Fibromyalgia Seminar and Expo at the Melbourne Town Hall. The event was attended by more than 350 people. Presenters included rheumatologist, Dr Daniel Lewis, and Dr Craig Hassed from Monash University, who specialises in mind-body and integrative medicine. Also available on the day were 30 minute break-out sessions covering topics such as Feldenkrais, Food for Life (nutrition), Pain Management, Psychosocial Aspects, Relaxation, and Yoga. This photo depicts Tanya Conway presenting the Pain Management Workshop.COL photo of a woman standing at a lectern, speaking into a microphone. Behind her, there is a small screen positioned to one side in front of a decorative section of wood pannelling on the wall. On either side, there are two large flags on the wall. In the foreground, there is a seated audience who have been Photographed from behind.[On a white label, printed in black ink] Fibromyalgia Seminar May 28 2005 Pain Management Workshop Tanya Conwayarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, fibromyalgia syndrome, fms, seminar, expo, information, education, tanya conway, pain management, workshop, feldenkrais, food for life, nutrition, healthy food, healthy diet, psychosocial, relaxation, yoga, melbourne town hall, 2005

This photo depicts a multiple poster display on the glass door and large display window of a shop. The posters all relate to managing arthritis and the chronic pain associated with the condition. Poster titles include, "Get on with arthritis, get on with life", "Get more mileage out of your day", "MOVE IT OR LOSE IT Exercise daily for a healthy body and soul", and "Step out for strong bones". Also affixed to the glass door and window are registration forms for a seminar or workshop titled, "Managing the Pain of Arthritis”. The wooden architectural feature above the door and display window appear to be exactly the same as that found in some photos of the AFV opportunity shop in Phillip’s Arcade, Moonee Ponds.COL medium close up photo of a shop's closed glass door and large display window (partially obscured). Both the door and window are completely covered with a range of arthritis-related posters. One poster depitcs a dancer; another poster depicts a woman playing lawn bowls; another poster depicts two people walking along a path in a park; another poster depicts an illustration of a person. There are duplicate posters of each design covering the shop's door and window.[Handwritten in blue ink] Pain management advertsarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, pain management, posters, workshop, shop, c1990s

This photo depicts an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of a large freestanding four-panel display board. Across the top of the two centre panels is the text "ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION OF VICTORIA", with the phone number "8622022" across the top of each side panel. Using the words 'Self Help' as an acronym, one centre panel contains the following text: S STRESS MANAGEMENT. E EXERCISE. L LEARN ABOUT ARTHRITIS. F FIND THE FACILITIES. H HEAT HELPS PAIN. E EAT APPROPRIATELY. L LIVE! P PROTECT YOUR JOINTS. This is followed by some text in italics, "Can change your outlook". Other panels contain information and photos pertaining to diet and nutrition, exercise, pain management, and other topics.[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help Displays. '87 TOTALarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

On Saturday the 28th of May 2005, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), held a Fibromyalgia Seminar and Expo at the Melbourne Town Hall. The event was attended by more than 350 people. Presenters included Rheumatologist, Dr Daniel Lewis, and Dr Craig Hassed from Monash University, who specialises in mind-body and integrative medicine. This photo is a wide shot of Dr Lewis making his presention on the stage. Also available on the day were 30 minute break-out sessions covering topics such as Feldenkrais, Food for Life (nutrition), Pain Management, Psychosocial Aspects, Relaxation, and Yoga.COL photo of a man standing at a lecturn, behind which are two free-standing vertical banners. On either side of him are two large screens displaying projected slides containing textual information. In the foreground, there is seated audience who have been Photographed from behind. In the background, there are several sections of wood panelling and several organ pipes separated into five groups.[On a white label, printed in black ink] Fibromyalgia Seminar May 28 2005 Dr Daniel Lewisarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, fibromyalgia syndrome, fms, seminar, expo, information, education, pain management, feldenkrais, food for life, nutrition, healthy food, healthy diet, psychosocial, relaxation, yoga, dr daniel lewis, rheumatologist, mind and body model, integrative medicine, melbourne town hall, 2005

On Saturday the 28th of May 2005, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), held a Fibromyalgia Seminar and Expo at the Melbourne Town Hall. The event was attended by more than 350 people. Presenters included rheumatologist, Dr Daniel Lewis, and Dr Craig Hassed from Monash University, who specialises in mind-body and integrative medicine. Also available on the day were 30 minute break-out sessions covering topics such as Feldenkrais, Food for Life (nutrition), Pain Management, Psychosocial Aspects, Relaxation, and Yoga. This photo depicts Natalie Savin & Gillian van der Drift on the stage during the seminar.COL photo of two women standing on a stage. One of the women is behind a lectern. Behind them, on either side of the lectern, are two free-standing vertical banners, titled 'Osteopororis Victoria' and 'Osteoporosis Awareness'. There is a large screen to one side (partially obscured), onto which a slide containing textual information is being projected. In the background, there are several sections of wood panelling and a clock above an organ.[On a white label, printed in black ink] Fibromyalgia Seminar May 28 2005 Natalie Savin & Gillian van der Driftarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, fibromyalgia syndrome, fms, seminar, expo, information, education, pain management, feldenkrais, food for life, nutrition, healthy food, healthy diet, psychosocial, relaxation, yoga, natalie savin, gillian van der drift, melbourne town hall, 2005

On Saturday the 28th of May 2005, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), held a Fibromyalgia Seminar and Expo at the Melbourne Town Hall. The event was attended by more than 350 people. Presenters included rheumatologist, Dr Daniel Lewis, and Dr Craig Hassed from Monash University, who specialises in mind-body and integrative medicine. Also available on the day were 30 minute break-out sessions covering topics such as Feldenkrais, Food for Life (nutrition), Pain Management, Psychosocial Aspects, Relaxation, and Yoga. In this photo, Libby Spiers demonstrates some gentle neck stretching exercises to the audience from the stage.COL photo of a woman standing beside a lectern on a stage. She is tilting her head towards her left shoulder while holding her arms straight down by her sides. Behind her are two vertical free-standing banners, positioned on either side. One banner is titled 'Osteopororis Victoria' and the other is titled 'Osteoporosis Awareness'. In the background, there are several sections of wood panelling and a clock above an organ.[On a white label, printed in black ink] Fibromyalgia Seminar May 28 2005 Libby Spiersarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, fibromyalgia syndrome, fms, seminar, expo, information, education, pain management, feldenkrais, food for life, nutrition, healthy food, healthy diet, psychosocial, relaxation, yoga, libby skiers, gentle exercise, neck stretches, melbourne town hall, 2005

On Saturday the 28th of May 2005, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), held a Fibromyalgia Seminar and Expo at the Melbourne Town Hall. The event was attended by more than 350 people. Presenters included Rheumatologist, Dr Daniel Lewis, and Dr Craig Hassed from Monash University, who specialises in mind-body and integrative medicine. In this photo, Dr Lewis is using a diagram titled "Mind body model" to explain how circumstances affecting both the mind and body can contribute to the amplification of pain. Also available on the day were 30 minute break-out sessions covering topics such as Feldenkrais, Food for Life (nutrition), Pain Management, Psychosocial Aspects, Relaxation, and Yoga.COL photo of a man standing on a stage in front of a lecturn. Beside him is a large projector screen, which he is pointing towards. Behind him are two free-standing vertical banners, titled 'Osteopororis Victoria' and 'Osteoporosis Awareness'. The slide being projected onto the screen is titled, "Mind body model", with the sub-headings "Emotional stress", "inury/illness", and "physical stress".. It includes a diagram with the markers, "PAIN" (spasm), "BODY" (guarding, Restricted movement, Postural change, Muscle tension), "MIND" (thoughts - Workcover, employer, relationships, money, other; feelings - anxiety, fear, depression, hopelessness, helplessness), and "PAIN AMPLIFICATION".[On a white label, printed in black ink] Fibromyalgia Seminar May 28 2005 Dr Daniel Lewis [Handwritten in red ink on the same label] P15arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, fibromyalgia syndrome, fms, seminar, expo, information, education, pain management, feldenkrais, food for life, nutrition, healthy food, healthy diet, psychosocial, relaxation, yoga, dr daniel lewis, rheumatologist, mind and body model, integrative medicine, melbourne town hall, 2005

In 1994, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV) awarded the Ararat Arthritis Support Group with the Mollie Riches Award in recognition of the group's efforts to raise public awareness of the Foundation's work. In this photo, AFV's CEO, Shirley Caulfield, presents the a silver platter to Catherine McAdie, while others (seated) look on. The presentation was made at the Annual Regional Luncheon in Stawell, with members from Stawell, Horsham, Hamilton, and Ararat attending. In conjunction with the event, a pain management seminar was also held on the day. A cropped version of this photo appears on page 10 of the Vol 7 No 4, Summer 1994 issue of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Arthritis Update. It is captioned: "Shirley Caulfield, CEO, presents the Mollie Riches trophy to Catherine McAdie, left, representing the Ararat Group."COL photo of a woman presenting an engraved silver platter to another woman, while others (seated at tables), look on.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, mollie riches award, shirley caulfield, ceo, ararat arthritis support group, catherine mcadie, volunteers, annual regional luncheon, pain management, seminar, ararat, hamilton, horsham, stawell, arthritis update, 1994

On Saturday the 28th of May 2005, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria (AFV), incorporating Osteoporosis Victoria (OV), held a Fibromyalgia Seminar and Expo at the Melbourne Town Hall. The event was attended by more than 350 people. Presenters included rheumatologist, Dr Daniel Lewis, and Dr Craig Hassed from Monash University, who specialises in mind-body and integrative medicine. This photo depicts Dr Hassad making his presentation on the reciprocal relationship between the mind and body, and how that impacts on dealing with conditions such as Fibromyalgia Syndrome. A slightly cropped, black and white version of this photo appears on page 15 of the Vol 18 Issue 3, Spring 2005 edition of the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's quarterly magazine, Update. It accompanies an article titled, "FMS Seminar and EXPO". The photo is captioned: "Fibromyalgia Seminar May 28 2005 - Dr Craig Hassed". Also available on the day were 30 minute break-out sessions covering topics such as Feldenkrais, Food for Life (nutrition), Pain Management, Psychosocial Aspects, Relaxation, and Yoga.COL photo of a man speaking into a microphone at a lectern on a stage. On either side of him are two vertical free-standing banners (partially obscured). One of the banners contains the text "Osteoporosis Awareness" (partially obscured). On the stage, there is a large screen on a black floor to ceiling curtain, behind which there are some tall organ pipes. A slide of a Micheal Leunig cartoon is being projected onto the screen. In the cartoon, some text on a simple depiction of a large machine says, "XEROX THOUGHT SHREDDER".[On a white label, printed in black ink] Fibromyalgia Seminar May 28 2005 Dr Craig Hassed [Handwritten in red ink on the same label] P15arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, fibromyalgia syndrome, fms, seminar, expo, information, education, pain management, feldenkrais, food for life, nutrition, healthy food, healthy diet, psychosocial, relaxation, yoga, dr craig hassed, melbourne town hall, update, 2005

This photo depicts one panel of an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of one panel from a large, freestanding, multi-panel display board. Under the heading, "EAT APPROPRIATELY" are is a group of captioned photos under the sub-heading "A food guide for good health". Immediately below that are the headings, "GOOD NUTRITION IS NECESSARY FOR GOOD HEALTH." and "AVOID OVEREATING EXTRA WEIGHT ADDS STRESS ['Adds stress' is underlined] TO THE JOINTS." At the bottom of the panel is the heading "CO-ORDINATE MEALS WITH MEDICATION" beside a photo of a plate of food with fruit, drinks, cutlery and medications on a table.[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help Display '87 LEFT UPPERarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

This photo depicts the top centre-right panel of an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of one panel from a large freestanding display board. The main heading is, "PROTECTING YOUR JOINTS". Below that, there are four enlarged photos, each with an information panel with various sub-headings beneath it. A photo of a whiteboard with a list of "Priorities" is followed by an information panel titled, "PLANNING" [underlined] PLAN EACH TASK - EACH DAY - EACH WEEK.". A photo of a woman sitting on an armchair with a built-in leg rest is followed by an information panel titled, "PACING YOURSELF [underlined] REST FREQUENTLY. DON'T WAIT TILL YOU GET TIRED". A photo of a man handing two full plastic bags over a kitchen counter to a woman is followed by an information panel titled, "SETTING PRIORITIES [underlined] ASK YOURSELF - WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT WHAT CAN BE DONE BY SOMEONE ELSE.". A photo of a woman sitting at an office desk, typing on an electric typewriter is followed by an information panel titled, "POSITIONING [underlined] GOOD POSTURE REDUCES THE STRESS ON YOUR JOINTS."[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help Display. '87 Centre Left - upper.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

This photo depicts the bottom centre-left panel of an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of one panel from a large freestanding display board. Under the heading, "LEARN ABOUT ARTHRITIS FIND THE FACILITIES" is the sub-heading "PHONE THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION OF VICTORIA (03) 862-2555". Below that are three photos under the following sub-headings: "SELF HELP PROGRAMS" (with a photo of 'The Arthritis Helpbok' below); "APPROPRIATE TREATMENT" (with a photo of two people in a hydrotherapy pool); and "LOCAL RESOURCES' (with a photo of a man making a telephone call while looking at a large Community Directory). Below the photos is the sub-heading, "LEAFLETS ABOUT ARTHRITIS", followed by a row of sample leaflets attached to the board. The leaflet titles are as follows: "HOW TO LIVE WITH ARTHRITIS", "About Arthritis", "About Osteoarthritis", "About Rheumatoid Arthritis", "About Recreation and Leisure", "About Diet", "About Gout", and "About Arthritis in Children".[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help Display 87 CeNTRE Right - upper.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

This photo depicts one panel of an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of one panel from a large freestanding display board. Under the heading, "PAIN NEEDS ACTION FOR RELIEF" is the sub-heading "HAVE YOU TRIED-", followed by a list of suggested actions. These include: electric blankets, gentle exercise, medication, cold packs, massage, resting, support groups, talking to a friend, physiotherapy, splints, and relaxation classes. The first two or three items on the list are obscured by a patch of reflected light shining on the photo image. There are also two photos on the display panel. The first is a photo of various heating aids such as mittens, a blanket and electric blanket, and a hot water bottle. The second photo someone lying on a treatment bed while receiving treatment from a practioner.[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help DISPLAYS '87 Right - upperarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

This photo depicts one panel of an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of a large freestanding display board. Under the heading "STRESS MANAGEMENT" are three photos, each with some accompanying text. The first photo depicts a woman lying on her side in bed, while a man sits on the edge of the other side of the bed. They have their backs to one another. The accompanying text is, "SEEK HELP... Arthritis can bring ADDED STRESS to any relationship. Counselling and support groups are available." The second photo depicts a man sitting in a chair, with a woman behind him massaging his shoulders. The accompanying text is, "Control of pain and depression REDUCES STRESS". The third photo depicts a woman sitting in a chair by a window. She is reading a book titled, "Stress and Relaxation". The accompanying text is, "Attend Stress management and Relaxation classes THEN PRACTICE AT HOME."[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help Display. 87 LEFT - LOWERarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

This photo depicts the top centre-left panel of an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of one panel from a large freestanding display board. Using the words 'Self Help' as an acronym, the panel contains the following text: S STRESS MANAGEMENT. E EXERCISE. L LEARN ABOUT ARTHRITIS. F FIND THE FACILITIES. H HEAT HELPS PAIN. E EAT APPROPRIATELY. L LIVE! P PROTECT YOUR JOINTS. This is followed by some text in italics, "Can change your outlook".[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help Display '87 Centre LEFT - LOWERarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

This photo depicts the bottom centre-right panel of an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of a large freestanding display board. Eight photos are displayed around a centre information panel which contains the text, "EXERCISE SHOULD BE: -FUN. -Appropriate. -Daily. -Balanced with rest." The photos depict individuals or groups doing various activities, and each has a small sub-heading beneath it. These are: water exercise class (photo) - FUN; a family going for a walk (photo) - "CAN BE DONE WITH A FRIEND"; someone running in a marathon race (photo) - "IMPROVES FITNESS"; someone doing some stretching chair exercises (photo) - "DAILY"; water exercise class (photo) - "IMPROVES MOVEMENT"; two people sitting at a desk (photo) - "SEEK ADVICE FROM A PHYSIOTHERAPIST."; a group exercising outdoors (photo) - "NOURISHES THE JOINTS"; and a group using exercise bands (photo) - "IMPROVES STRENGTH."[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help Display '87 Centre Right - Lowerarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

This photo depicts the bottom right panel of an Arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board from 1987. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of one panel of a large freestanding display board. The panel is titled, "LIVE AND HAVE FUN", with the sub-heading, "CONTACT THE RECREATION DEVELOPMENT CO-ORDINATOR AT THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION." Below the headings, there are three photos positioned around the panel, each with some text next to it. The first photo depicts a group of children on some playground equipment, with the accompanying title card, "GO ON A TRIP". The second photo depicts a girl flying a kite, with the accompanying title card, "JOIN A CLUB". The third photo depicts an elderly man raking some leaves in the garden, with the accompanying title card, "TAKE UP A HOBBY".[On a white label, handwritten in blue ink] Self-help Display '87 Right - Lowerarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

This photo depicts a section of an arthritis Foundation of Victoria multi-panel display board. Board panels contain information, brochures, and Photographs under various headings. The Foundation utilised freestanding display boards such as this to provide information about its programs and services at events.COL photo of a large freestanding display board. Board panels contain information, brochure samples, and Photographs under various headings. These include "LEARN ABOUT ARTHRITIS FIND THE FACILITIES", with the sub-heading "PHONE THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION OF VICTORIA (03) 862-2555"; "PAIN NEEDS ACT... [partially obscured] FOR RELIEF", followed by the text "HAVE YOU TRIED-"; and "LIVE AND HAVE FU... [partially obscured] CONTACT THE RECREATION DEVELOP... [partially obscured] CO-ORDINATOR AT THE ARTHRITIS FOUND... [partially obscured]", followed by the text, "GO ON A TRIP". Under the heading "LEAFLETS ABOUT ARTHRITIS", sample brochures attached to the display board include titles such as "About Arthritis in Children", "About Osteoarthritis", "About Arthritis", "About Rheumatoid Arthritis", and "About Diet".[Handwritten in blue ink] Display C Rightarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, display board, information, resources, education, self help, pain management, pain relief, stress management, joint health, healthy food, healthy diet, exercise, recreation, rest, arthritis help book, 1987

Acupuncture is gaining wider acceptance as a medical treatment.Twenty six (26) fine metal needles with twisted copper ends used for acupuncture.acupuncture, qi, pain management, analgesia

In the early 1990s, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria began to develop educational programs that would be more accessible to Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In one example, volunteer course leaders from the Vietnamese community were trained to deliver the course content in their own language. This photo depicts a group of people from the Vietnamese community attending an Arthritis Self Help Course, facilitated by a trained Vietnamese course leader. Participants learned some simple exercises for managing pain from arthritis in the hands and fingers. A cropped photo from this series appears as part of a photo collage on the cover of the 1998 Annual Report.COL photo of a small group of people, seated and standing, gathered around a table. They are looking at some brochures. Also on the table is a book titled "The Arthritis Helpbook" and a plastic display folder with a clear front cover. Printed on the cover page inside the folder is the text, "Arthritis Self Help Course Leaders Manual". In the background, there are some large windows with a view to some trees outside. There are some storage cupboards along the wall beneath the windows. There are various pictures on the walls, including photos and a large cartoon drawing of Bert and Ernie (two characters from the USA children's television show, Sesame Street).arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, self-help course, tutor training, instructor, course leaders, brochures, factsheets, course manual, the arthritis helpbook, exercises, hands, fingers, pain management, living with arthritis, annual report, 1998

In the early 1990s, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria began to develop educational programs that would be more accessible to Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In one example, volunteer course leaders from the Vietnamese community were trained to deliver the course content in their own language. This photo depicts a group of people from the Vietnamese community attending an Arthritis Self Help Course, facilitated by a trained Vietnamese course leader. Participants learned some simple exercises for managing pain from arthritis in the hands and fingers. A cropped photo from this series appears as part of a photo collage on the cover of the 1998 Annual Report.COL photo of a small group of people around a rectangular table. One person is standing while the others are all seated. They are looking at some brochures. One woman is pointing to some content in a brochure. Also on the table are a plastic display folder and a book titled, "The Arthritis Helpbook".arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, self-help course, tutor training, instructor, course leaders, brochures, factsheets, course manual, the arthritis helpbook, exercises, hands, fingers, pain management, living with arthritis, annual report, 1998

In the early 1990s, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria began to develop educational programs that would be more accessible to Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In one example, volunteer course leaders from the Vietnamese community were trained to deliver the course content in their own language. This photo depicts a group of people from the Vietnamese community attending an Arthritis Self Help Course, facilitated by a trained Vietnamese course leader. Participants learned some simple exercises for managing pain from arthritis in the hands and fingers. A cropped photo from this series appears as part of a photo collage on the cover of the 1998 Annual Report.COL photo of a small group of people around a rectangular table. One person is standing while the others are all seated. Two people are looking down at a brochure and practicing the hand exercises illustrated. On the table, there are several brochures, a plastic display folder, and a book titled, "The Arthritis Helpbook". In the background, there are a few people sitting on some chairs against the wall.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, self-help course, tutor training, instructor, course leaders, brochures, factsheets, course manual, the arthritis helpbook, exercises, hands, fingers, pain management, living with arthritis, annual report, 1998

In the early 1990s, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria began to develop educational programs that would be more accessible to Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In one example, volunteer course leaders from the Vietnamese community were trained to deliver the course content in their own language. This photo depicts a group of people from the Vietnamese community attending an Arthritis Self Help Course, facilitated by a trained Vietnamese course leader. Participants learned some simple exercises for managing pain from arthritis in the hands and fingers. A cropped photo from this series appears as part of a photo collage on the cover of the 1998 Annual Report.COL photo of three women sitting at a table. They are practising some hand exercises. There are several brochures on the table. In the background, there are a few people (partially obscured) sitting on chairs near the wall and around the room. The arm of one of the people in the background is in an orthopaedic splint.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, self-help course, tutor training, instructor, course leaders, brochures, factsheets, course manual, the arthritis helpbook, exercises, hands, fingers, pain management, orthopaedic splint, living with arthritis, annual report, 1998

In the early 1990s, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria began to develop educational programs that would be more accessible to Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In one example, volunteer course leaders from the Vietnamese community were trained to deliver the course content in their own language. This photo depicts a group of people from the Vietnamese community attending an Arthritis Self Help Course, facilitated by a trained Vietnamese course leader. Participants learned some simple exercises for managing pain from arthritis in the hands and fingers. A cropped photo from this series appears as part of a photo collage on the cover of the 1998 Annual Report.COL photo of three women sitting at a table. They are practising some hand exercises. There are several brochures on the table. In the background, there are a few people (partially obscured) sitting on chairs near the wall and around the room.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, self-help course, tutor training, instructor, course leaders, brochures, factsheets, course manual, the arthritis helpbook, exercises, hands, fingers, pain management, living with arthritis, annual report, 1998

In the early 1990s, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria began to develop educational programs that would be more accessible to Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In one example, volunteer course leaders from the Vietnamese community were trained to deliver the course content in their own language. This photo depicts a group of people from the Vietnamese community attending an Arthritis Self Help Course, facilitated by a trained Vietnamese course leader. Participants learned some simple exercises for managing pain from arthritis in the hands and fingers. A cropped photo from this series appears as part of a photo collage on the cover of the 1998 Annual Report.COL photo of three women sitting at a table. They are practising some hand exercises. There are several brochures on the table. In the background, there are a few people (partially obscured) sitting on chairs near the wall and around the room.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, self-help course, tutor training, instructor, course leaders, brochures, factsheets, course manual, the arthritis helpbook, exercises, hands, fingers, pain management, living with arthritis, annual report, 1998

In the early 1990s, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria began to develop educational programs that would be more accessible to Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In one example, volunteer course leaders from the Vietnamese community were trained to deliver the course content in their own language. This photo depicts a group of people from the Vietnamese community attending an Arthritis Self Help Course, facilitated by a trained Vietnamese course leader. Participants learned some simple exercises for managing pain from arthritis in the hands and fingers. A cropped photo from this series appears as part of a photo collage on the cover of the 1998 Annual Report.COL photo of a small group of people gathered around a rectangular table. One person, who is standing, demonstrates some hand exercises. The others, who are seated, are also doing the hand exercises. On the table, there are brochures, a plastic display folder, and a book titled, "The Arthritis Helpbook". In the background, there are a few people sitting on some chairs against the wall.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, self-help course, tutor training, instructor, course leaders, brochures, factsheets, course manual, the arthritis helpbook, exercises, hands, fingers, pain management, living with arthritis, annual report, 1998

In the early 1990s, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria began to develop educational programs that would be more accessible to Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In one example, volunteer course leaders from the Vietnamese community were trained to deliver the course content in their own language. This photo depicts a group of people from the Vietnamese community attending an Arthritis Self Help Course, facilitated by a trained Vietnamese course leader. Participants learned some simple exercises for managing pain from arthritis in the hands and fingers. A cropped photo from this series appears as part of a photo collage on the cover of the 1998 Annual Report.COL photo of two women and a man sitting at a table. They are practising some hand exercises. There are several brochures on the table. In the background, there are a few people (some partially obscured) either sitting on chairs or standing.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, self-help course, tutor training, instructor, course leaders, brochures, factsheets, course manual, the arthritis helpbook, exercises, hands, fingers, pain management, living with arthritis, annual report, 1998

In the early 1990s, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria began to develop educational programs that would be more accessible to Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In one example, volunteer course leaders from the Vietnamese community were trained to deliver the course content in their own language. This photo depicts a group of people from the Vietnamese community attending an Arthritis Self Help Course, facilitated by a trained Vietnamese course leader. Participants learned some simple exercises for managing pain from arthritis in the hands and fingers. A cropped photo from this series appears as part of a photo collage on the cover of the 1998 Annual Report.COL photo of a small group of people gathered around a rectangular table. One person, who is standing, demonstrates some hand exercises. The others, who are seated, are also doing the hand exercises. On the table, there are brochures, a plastic display folder, and a book titled, "The Arthritis Helpbook". In the background, there are a few people sitting on some chairs against the wall.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, self-help course, tutor training, instructor, course leaders, brochures, factsheets, course manual, the arthritis helpbook, exercises, hands, fingers, pain management, living with arthritis, annual report, 1998

In the early 1990s, the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria began to develop educational programs that would be more accessible to Culturally And Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. In one example, volunteer course leaders from the Vietnamese community were trained to deliver the course content in their own language. This photo depicts a group of people from the Vietnamese community attending an Arthritis Self Help Course, facilitated by a trained Vietnamese course leader. Participants learned some simple exercises for managing pain from arthritis in the hands and fingers. A cropped photo from this series appears as part of a photo collage on the cover of the 1998 Annual Report.COL photo of two women and a man sitting at a table. They are practising some hand exercises. There are several brochures on the table. In the background, there are a few people (some partially obscured) either sitting on chairs or standing.arthritis foundation of victoria, afv, culturally and linguistically diverse, cald, languages other than english, lote, migrant communities, vietnamese, self-help course, tutor training, instructor, course leaders, brochures, factsheets, course manual, the arthritis helpbook, exercises, hands, fingers, pain management, living with arthritis, annual report, 1998

The Chronic Disease Self Management (CDSM) program was launched by the Minister for Veteran Affairs at the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria's headquarters in Elsternwick. In this photo, CDSM Leader, Thelma Kendall, addresses attendees at the CDSM launch. Seated at a table beside her is the Foundation's CEO, Shirley Caulfield.COL photo of a woman standing at a black lectern, speaking into a microphone. Beside her, there is another woman sitting at a long rectangular table. Behind her, there is a freestanding display board with the heading, "Move It or Lose It", the Arthritis Foundation of Victoria text and logo, and various posters and information. In the foreground, there are a few people sitting in the audience (partially obscured), facing them.[On a yellow sticky note printed with the text "URGENT, To: From: Date: Beautone #11421", and handwritten in blue ink] Thelma Kendall CDSM Leader at the Launch of the Project by the Min for Veteran Affairsarthritis foundation of victoria, afv, osteoporosis victoria, ov, shirley caulfield, ceo, information displays, chronic disease, self management, pain management, program, launch, minister for veteran affairs, thelma kendall, leader, c1990s, c2000s