Mary Pack Arthritis Program (MPAP)
We have over 75 years of experience providing a comprehensive collection of education and treatment services to people living with arthritis in British Columbia.
Arthritis support across British Columbia
The Mary Pack Arthritis Program (MPAP) is operated by Vancouver Coastal Health, but also offers services in health regions across the province, with locations in Vancouver, Victoria, Penticton and Cranbrook. Some services and classes are also offered virtually and by phone using telehealth, increasing the ease of access for health care for people with arthritis across the region.
MPAP is one program offering services to people in British Columbia. Learn about other arthritis services and community services.
Arthritis education
Managing your arthritis
Find classes and resources to help you manage your osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthritis effectively. Classes and resources are free and do not require a referral.
Managing your arthritis
Get tips and information to help reduce pain, manage your daily activities and help you take control of your condition. These resources prepared by the Mary Pack Arthritis Program in B.C. are designed to help you with managing your arthritis.
New! Hip and knee osteoarthritis resource created by an interdisciplinary VCH committee and targeting primary care practitioners.
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Managing arthritis pain
Arthritis affects people in different ways, one of the main symptoms of arthrit…
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Managing fatigue if you have arthritis
Fatigue is a feeling of being too exhausted to do your normal activities. It’s …
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Managing emotions and arthritis
Depression and anxiety are common reactions for people living with arthritis. T…
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Getting active if you have arthritis
Becoming or staying physically active is a key part of managing your arthritis…
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Healthy eating and weight management for arthritis
Good nutrition and weight management are important parts of leading a healthy l…
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Other surgeries for arthritis
Sometimes treatments such as medication and physiotherapy are not enough to man…
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MPAP Arthritis Health Care Team
Managing arthritis is a team effort. There are many different health care provi…
Who was Mary Pack?
Mary Pack was a home-school instructor who travelled from home-to-home teaching children who were too disabled to go to school, including those with juvenile arthritis.
Learn moreArthritis resources for health professionals
In an effort to support exemplary care for people with arthritis in British Columbia, the Mary Pack Arthritis Program (MPAP) provides resources for physical therapists, occupational therapists, nurses, physicians and other health professionals supporting people with arthritis.
Giving opportunities
Donations to the Mary Pack Arthritis Program through the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation. Funds can be designated for patient care activities, or to purchase much needed equipment for those living with arthritis. Official tax receipts will be provided for any donation amount.
