Do it! Get involved! Arthritis Care works with and for people who have any type of arthritis. We are here to help you manage your arthritis better, and stay active, independent and connected Thank you, Judi! Judi Rhys, who has been our chief executive for the past four years, stood down at the end of September Judis enthusiasm and vision shone through right from the start. As an organisation, we gained new motivation and direction, which enabled volunteers and staff to reach out to more people with arthritis with confidence, and to great effect. Judi is a real people person, and her natural warmth draws people to her. Under her leadership, our services, information and support grew, both at a national level and within our communities, allowing more people to successfully manage their arthritis and live their lives. The legacy that Judi leaves behind is a strong team, and a sound and committed organisation. This deserves all our thanks and takes us into the next chapter of our work in fine shape. I know that Judi has many plans for the next phase of her life, and I am sure that she will be a great success in whatever she does. I hope that she can look back on her time with us with as much pride and fondness as we do. Thank you Judi for a job extremely well done; we will miss you. Peter anscombe Chair of trustees betteR togetHeR At Septembers Annual General Meeting, members gave their overwhelming support to the Board of Trustees decision to merge with Arthritis Research UK. The merger means that, together, we can reach many more people with arthritis, and provide more and better support, research for treatments, interventions and cures. Inspire will keep you updated throughout 2018 on the latest developments.