Juvenile Arthritis Research
@jarproject.bsky.social
Juvenile Arthritis Research UK charity no. 1091620
The only UK-wide charity focusing solely on Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, bringing hope to those with #JIA.
This account is not monitored. Please contact us via website.
Visit www.jarproject.org
The only UK-wide charity focusing solely on Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, bringing hope to those with #JIA.
This account is not monitored. Please contact us via website.
Visit www.jarproject.org
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Samantha has been doing something truly amazing over the past couple of months and continuing into 2026. She has set herself the challenge of running not one, not two, but 12 marathons in 12 months!
Read more about why she has taken on this epic challenge at www.justgiving.com/page/sams-12...
#JIA
Read more about why she has taken on this epic challenge at www.justgiving.com/page/sams-12...
#JIA
December 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Samantha has been doing something truly amazing over the past couple of months and continuing into 2026. She has set herself the challenge of running not one, not two, but 12 marathons in 12 months!
Read more about why she has taken on this epic challenge at www.justgiving.com/page/sams-12...
#JIA
Read more about why she has taken on this epic challenge at www.justgiving.com/page/sams-12...
#JIA
Wishing Martha and her family lots of luck for the #Southsea 5K Santa Run! Martha has been busy fundraising for Juvenile Arthritis Research as well as being the star of our #Christmas Appeal Campaign this year.
Thank you for all you are doing Martha and we hope that you have an amazing day!
#JIA
Thank you for all you are doing Martha and we hope that you have an amazing day!
#JIA
December 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Wishing Martha and her family lots of luck for the #Southsea 5K Santa Run! Martha has been busy fundraising for Juvenile Arthritis Research as well as being the star of our #Christmas Appeal Campaign this year.
Thank you for all you are doing Martha and we hope that you have an amazing day!
#JIA
Thank you for all you are doing Martha and we hope that you have an amazing day!
#JIA
In our final "Little Box of Hope" themed post for this week, we are sharing a photo of Lilly receiving her pack.
Lilly's mum told us how much it made her smile and how she loves the Kipo finger puppet.
Every donation of any size makes a difference. www.jarproject.org/christmas
#JIA #ThinkJIA
Lilly's mum told us how much it made her smile and how she loves the Kipo finger puppet.
Every donation of any size makes a difference. www.jarproject.org/christmas
#JIA #ThinkJIA
December 19, 2025 at 9:02 AM
In our final "Little Box of Hope" themed post for this week, we are sharing a photo of Lilly receiving her pack.
Lilly's mum told us how much it made her smile and how she loves the Kipo finger puppet.
Every donation of any size makes a difference. www.jarproject.org/christmas
#JIA #ThinkJIA
Lilly's mum told us how much it made her smile and how she loves the Kipo finger puppet.
Every donation of any size makes a difference. www.jarproject.org/christmas
#JIA #ThinkJIA
Continuing with our theme this week, here is 4-year-old Elsie receiving her Little Box of Hope pack from Juvenile Arthritis Research. Elsie's wonderful smile says it all! You can make an impact by sharing our Christmas appeal at www.jarproject.org/christmas to bring smiles to children with #JIA
December 18, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Continuing with our theme this week, here is 4-year-old Elsie receiving her Little Box of Hope pack from Juvenile Arthritis Research. Elsie's wonderful smile says it all! You can make an impact by sharing our Christmas appeal at www.jarproject.org/christmas to bring smiles to children with #JIA
Why we do what we do! The difference that our support packs make to children and families! This is made possible thanks to everyone who supports our work - If you can spare even a few pounds this Christmas, please do consider making a donation to our Christmas appeal at www.jarproject.org/christmas
December 17, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Why we do what we do! The difference that our support packs make to children and families! This is made possible thanks to everyone who supports our work - If you can spare even a few pounds this Christmas, please do consider making a donation to our Christmas appeal at www.jarproject.org/christmas
A huge thank you to 11 year old Amelia and her mum for sharing this lovely photo of Amelia receiving her Little Box of Hope pack from Juvenile Arthritis Research.
Amelia's mum told us "This box couldn’t have come at a more perfect time… It has so much valuable information... Thank you so much."
Amelia's mum told us "This box couldn’t have come at a more perfect time… It has so much valuable information... Thank you so much."
December 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM
A huge thank you to 11 year old Amelia and her mum for sharing this lovely photo of Amelia receiving her Little Box of Hope pack from Juvenile Arthritis Research.
Amelia's mum told us "This box couldn’t have come at a more perfect time… It has so much valuable information... Thank you so much."
Amelia's mum told us "This box couldn’t have come at a more perfect time… It has so much valuable information... Thank you so much."
Why we do what we do! These smiles! Here is 4 year old Finley receiving his Little Box of Hope pack. Finley loved receiving a note from Abbie who sends out each pack.
By supporting our work, you can ensure that no family has to face a diagnosis of #JIA alone. More at www.jarproject.org/christmas
By supporting our work, you can ensure that no family has to face a diagnosis of #JIA alone. More at www.jarproject.org/christmas
December 15, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Why we do what we do! These smiles! Here is 4 year old Finley receiving his Little Box of Hope pack. Finley loved receiving a note from Abbie who sends out each pack.
By supporting our work, you can ensure that no family has to face a diagnosis of #JIA alone. More at www.jarproject.org/christmas
By supporting our work, you can ensure that no family has to face a diagnosis of #JIA alone. More at www.jarproject.org/christmas
Updated BSR Guideline is published for csDMARDs
"The updated guideline, endorsed by Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), includes the whole life course, providing guidance for the care of children and young people for the first time."
More at www.jarproject.org/news)
#JIA #ThinkJIA
"The updated guideline, endorsed by Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), includes the whole life course, providing guidance for the care of children and young people for the first time."
More at www.jarproject.org/news)
#JIA #ThinkJIA
December 12, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Updated BSR Guideline is published for csDMARDs
"The updated guideline, endorsed by Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), includes the whole life course, providing guidance for the care of children and young people for the first time."
More at www.jarproject.org/news)
#JIA #ThinkJIA
"The updated guideline, endorsed by Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), includes the whole life course, providing guidance for the care of children and young people for the first time."
More at www.jarproject.org/news)
#JIA #ThinkJIA
It's #CHRISTMASJUMPERDAY !!! That time of the year to dig out those Christmas jumpers, get excited for #Christmas and if you can spare it, make a little donation to our Christmas appeal.
Our Christmas campaign story and appeal can be found at www.jarproject.org/christmas #ThinkJIA #JIA #charity
Our Christmas campaign story and appeal can be found at www.jarproject.org/christmas #ThinkJIA #JIA #charity
December 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
It's #CHRISTMASJUMPERDAY !!! That time of the year to dig out those Christmas jumpers, get excited for #Christmas and if you can spare it, make a little donation to our Christmas appeal.
Our Christmas campaign story and appeal can be found at www.jarproject.org/christmas #ThinkJIA #JIA #charity
Our Christmas campaign story and appeal can be found at www.jarproject.org/christmas #ThinkJIA #JIA #charity
"Inspirational Martha takes part Southsea Santa Run to raise money for other children with arthritis."
Martha's story has made it into the press!
You can find the article in The News at www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/people/...
#JIA #JuvenileArthritis #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis #ThinkJIA
Martha's story has made it into the press!
You can find the article in The News at www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/people/...
#JIA #JuvenileArthritis #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis #ThinkJIA
December 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM
"Inspirational Martha takes part Southsea Santa Run to raise money for other children with arthritis."
Martha's story has made it into the press!
You can find the article in The News at www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/people/...
#JIA #JuvenileArthritis #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis #ThinkJIA
Martha's story has made it into the press!
You can find the article in The News at www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/people/...
#JIA #JuvenileArthritis #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis #ThinkJIA
Our range of ethically produced Christmas clothing is now available in the JAR shop! It's also free UK P&P in the JAR shop this weekend.
Shop now at jarproject.teemill.com/collection/c...
#ChristmasJumper #Christmas #Christmas2025 #ChristmasJumperDay
#ChildrenGetArthritisToo #spoonie
Shop now at jarproject.teemill.com/collection/c...
#ChristmasJumper #Christmas #Christmas2025 #ChristmasJumperDay
#ChildrenGetArthritisToo #spoonie
December 7, 2025 at 11:28 AM
Our range of ethically produced Christmas clothing is now available in the JAR shop! It's also free UK P&P in the JAR shop this weekend.
Shop now at jarproject.teemill.com/collection/c...
#ChristmasJumper #Christmas #Christmas2025 #ChristmasJumperDay
#ChildrenGetArthritisToo #spoonie
Shop now at jarproject.teemill.com/collection/c...
#ChristmasJumper #Christmas #Christmas2025 #ChristmasJumperDay
#ChildrenGetArthritisToo #spoonie
LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP:
Our next Joint Voices session for young people with #JIA aged 18-30 is happening next Tuesday (9th December) at 7pm on Zoom and the sign-up form will be closing this weekend so please sign up now at www.jarproject.org/jointvoices if you would like to come along.
#ThinkJIA
Our next Joint Voices session for young people with #JIA aged 18-30 is happening next Tuesday (9th December) at 7pm on Zoom and the sign-up form will be closing this weekend so please sign up now at www.jarproject.org/jointvoices if you would like to come along.
#ThinkJIA
December 5, 2025 at 9:12 AM
LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP:
Our next Joint Voices session for young people with #JIA aged 18-30 is happening next Tuesday (9th December) at 7pm on Zoom and the sign-up form will be closing this weekend so please sign up now at www.jarproject.org/jointvoices if you would like to come along.
#ThinkJIA
Our next Joint Voices session for young people with #JIA aged 18-30 is happening next Tuesday (9th December) at 7pm on Zoom and the sign-up form will be closing this weekend so please sign up now at www.jarproject.org/jointvoices if you would like to come along.
#ThinkJIA
We'd like to say a huge well done to Lola who raised an amazing £102 for Juvenile Arthritis Research by running a handmade jewellery stall at her school.
We are all so very proud of you Lola!
If you've been inspired by Lola, you can request a free fundraising pack at www.jarproject.org/fundraising
We are all so very proud of you Lola!
If you've been inspired by Lola, you can request a free fundraising pack at www.jarproject.org/fundraising
December 4, 2025 at 3:18 PM
We'd like to say a huge well done to Lola who raised an amazing £102 for Juvenile Arthritis Research by running a handmade jewellery stall at her school.
We are all so very proud of you Lola!
If you've been inspired by Lola, you can request a free fundraising pack at www.jarproject.org/fundraising
We are all so very proud of you Lola!
If you've been inspired by Lola, you can request a free fundraising pack at www.jarproject.org/fundraising
We'd like to wish "Team Tobyn" - Beckie, Dean, and all their friends and family taking part inspired by courageous and brave young Tobyn - lots of luck for this entire month as they embark on a 2 miles per day walk or run throughout December.
Read more at justgiving.com/team/teamtobyn #ThinkJIA
Read more at justgiving.com/team/teamtobyn #ThinkJIA
December 3, 2025 at 9:01 AM
We'd like to wish "Team Tobyn" - Beckie, Dean, and all their friends and family taking part inspired by courageous and brave young Tobyn - lots of luck for this entire month as they embark on a 2 miles per day walk or run throughout December.
Read more at justgiving.com/team/teamtobyn #ThinkJIA
Read more at justgiving.com/team/teamtobyn #ThinkJIA
Today is #GivingTuesday - a chance to say thank you to everyone who has ever supported us. It really is only because of our donors and supporters that we can continue to exist. This year's Christmas appeal matters more than ever during the current financial climate. www.jarproject.org/christmas
December 2, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Today is #GivingTuesday - a chance to say thank you to everyone who has ever supported us. It really is only because of our donors and supporters that we can continue to exist. This year's Christmas appeal matters more than ever during the current financial climate. www.jarproject.org/christmas
Last week, we got the opportunity to hold another in-person event thanks to some funding received from a local community trust and the support of Inflata City providing some free tickets for children. Huge thanks to our volunteers Selma and Ananthi for organising this event!
Read more on IG/FB.
Read more on IG/FB.
December 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Last week, we got the opportunity to hold another in-person event thanks to some funding received from a local community trust and the support of Inflata City providing some free tickets for children. Huge thanks to our volunteers Selma and Ananthi for organising this event!
Read more on IG/FB.
Read more on IG/FB.
Throwback to last weekend and a fantastic day at #Southampton hospital's #rheumatology winter fun day. Our volunteer, Kyle, was there representing Juvenile Arthritis Research and he was delighted to meet so many amazing families.
Thank you Kyle and thank you to Southampton hospital. #ThinkJIA #JIA
Thank you Kyle and thank you to Southampton hospital. #ThinkJIA #JIA
November 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Throwback to last weekend and a fantastic day at #Southampton hospital's #rheumatology winter fun day. Our volunteer, Kyle, was there representing Juvenile Arthritis Research and he was delighted to meet so many amazing families.
Thank you Kyle and thank you to Southampton hospital. #ThinkJIA #JIA
Thank you Kyle and thank you to Southampton hospital. #ThinkJIA #JIA
We are so grateful to the Barclays Thames Valley Business Team who chose Juvenile Arthritis Research as their charity of the year.
Over the course of the year, they have been undertaking various fundraising events and activities culminating in an epic Marathon distance walk. Read more on IG/FB
Over the course of the year, they have been undertaking various fundraising events and activities culminating in an epic Marathon distance walk. Read more on IG/FB
November 29, 2025 at 10:09 AM
We are so grateful to the Barclays Thames Valley Business Team who chose Juvenile Arthritis Research as their charity of the year.
Over the course of the year, they have been undertaking various fundraising events and activities culminating in an epic Marathon distance walk. Read more on IG/FB
Over the course of the year, they have been undertaking various fundraising events and activities culminating in an epic Marathon distance walk. Read more on IG/FB
Can you help ensure that no child has to face the fear and pain of JIA alone this #Christmas? Seven-year-old Martha was diagnosed with #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis (#JIA) earlier this year after struggling with normal day-to-day activities. Read her story at
www.jarproject.org/christmas
#ThinkJIA
www.jarproject.org/christmas
#ThinkJIA
November 25, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Can you help ensure that no child has to face the fear and pain of JIA alone this #Christmas? Seven-year-old Martha was diagnosed with #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis (#JIA) earlier this year after struggling with normal day-to-day activities. Read her story at
www.jarproject.org/christmas
#ThinkJIA
www.jarproject.org/christmas
#ThinkJIA
Our next Joint Voices Zoom session is happening on Tuesday 9th December at 7pm. Joint Voices is our young people's group for those with #JIA aged between 18 and 30.
Sign up now at www.jarproject.org/jointvoices and you will be sent the link shortly before the session.
#ThinkJIA
Sign up now at www.jarproject.org/jointvoices and you will be sent the link shortly before the session.
#ThinkJIA
November 24, 2025 at 10:47 AM
Our next Joint Voices Zoom session is happening on Tuesday 9th December at 7pm. Joint Voices is our young people's group for those with #JIA aged between 18 and 30.
Sign up now at www.jarproject.org/jointvoices and you will be sent the link shortly before the session.
#ThinkJIA
Sign up now at www.jarproject.org/jointvoices and you will be sent the link shortly before the session.
#ThinkJIA
"Their passion, openness, and lived experience brought an extra personal touch to our conversations with medical professionals at every stage of their careers."
Last month, our wonderful volunteers attended the Royal College of GPs Annual Conference.
Read more at www.jarproject.org/news/2025/rc...
Last month, our wonderful volunteers attended the Royal College of GPs Annual Conference.
Read more at www.jarproject.org/news/2025/rc...
November 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM
"Their passion, openness, and lived experience brought an extra personal touch to our conversations with medical professionals at every stage of their careers."
Last month, our wonderful volunteers attended the Royal College of GPs Annual Conference.
Read more at www.jarproject.org/news/2025/rc...
Last month, our wonderful volunteers attended the Royal College of GPs Annual Conference.
Read more at www.jarproject.org/news/2025/rc...
"I feel the level of support at Juvenile Arthritis Research - the resources and info is a different league to anywhere else." Parent attending ParentZoom session.
Please keep an eye out on our social channels and e-newsletter for details of our next ParentZoom in the new year.
#thinkJIA #JIA
Please keep an eye out on our social channels and e-newsletter for details of our next ParentZoom in the new year.
#thinkJIA #JIA
November 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM
"Running for Sharon: a Great South Run filled with love and purpose"
Rebecca has written a wonderful piece in memory of her dear friend Sharon which we have shared on our news page.
Read the piece at www.jarproject.org/news/2025/re...
#JIA #JuvenileArthritis #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis #ThinkJIA
Rebecca has written a wonderful piece in memory of her dear friend Sharon which we have shared on our news page.
Read the piece at www.jarproject.org/news/2025/re...
#JIA #JuvenileArthritis #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis #ThinkJIA
November 19, 2025 at 12:14 PM
"Running for Sharon: a Great South Run filled with love and purpose"
Rebecca has written a wonderful piece in memory of her dear friend Sharon which we have shared on our news page.
Read the piece at www.jarproject.org/news/2025/re...
#JIA #JuvenileArthritis #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis #ThinkJIA
Rebecca has written a wonderful piece in memory of her dear friend Sharon which we have shared on our news page.
Read the piece at www.jarproject.org/news/2025/re...
#JIA #JuvenileArthritis #JuvenileIdiopathicArthritis #ThinkJIA
We were delighted to be invited to the @cypmentalhealth.bsky.social event yesterday.
The whole event had been co-produced with young people who shaped every part of the day and offered their insights in the panel discussions and sessions. Thank you for having us there.
#thinkJIA #JIA #CYPMHC
The whole event had been co-produced with young people who shaped every part of the day and offered their insights in the panel discussions and sessions. Thank you for having us there.
#thinkJIA #JIA #CYPMHC
November 18, 2025 at 10:35 AM
We were delighted to be invited to the @cypmentalhealth.bsky.social event yesterday.
The whole event had been co-produced with young people who shaped every part of the day and offered their insights in the panel discussions and sessions. Thank you for having us there.
#thinkJIA #JIA #CYPMHC
The whole event had been co-produced with young people who shaped every part of the day and offered their insights in the panel discussions and sessions. Thank you for having us there.
#thinkJIA #JIA #CYPMHC
Baroness Merron speaking at @cypmentalhealth.bsky.social and sharing her vision for "a joined up system of support - compassionate and proactive"
November 17, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Baroness Merron speaking at @cypmentalhealth.bsky.social and sharing her vision for "a joined up system of support - compassionate and proactive"