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  • 2010 Chapter Leadership Positions Open!

    Published Monday, February 1, 2010

    We are an organization run by volunteers; members who give their time and dedication to make this great chapter work. We need people such as you to help in any capacity. We all have unique talents and abilities that could be utilized by our chapter. Please join us!

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  • Our Heartfelt Sympathies

    Published Thursday, January 21, 2010

    January 14, 2010 - Evanston, IL - The American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) extends its heartfelt sympathies to the people of Haiti and to their families and friends in North America. Recognizing that our members may be seeking ways to offer assistance to people affected by the earthquake on Tuesday, the association encourages contributions through more»
  • 2009 Daily News Person of Distinction - Jeffrey Myers

    Published Sunday, January 3, 2010

    Some wounds can't be healed, but many can be helped by the power of touch. MA chapter member Jeffrey Myers, who volunteers at the MetroWest Veterans Outreach Center in Marlborough, uses his hands to help those who served.

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  • Download your Kneaded Knowledge Newsletter

    Published Monday, September 21, 2009

    From President Richard Wedegartner, "Your AMTA chapter will continue to offer tips on how to get through tough economic times, but the most important thing might be to remember that like with cloudy days, sometimes we have to be patient. Change will come and a brighter future is ahead...Your Mass Chapter Board of Directors believes that the Foundation is also moving us towards a brighter massage future. We believe the research done with financial assistance from the Foundation is helping move massage therapy from being “alternative” to becoming “mainstream”. Research proving the validity of massage helps us gain respect in the health care field as well as with the public at large. Your board has decided, therefore, to donate $2 per chapter member to the Foundation to support their work.
    And finally, I leave you with this thought from a Timbuk 3 song. “The future's so bright , I’ve got to wear shades" Click here to download the current issue

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  • 2009 House of Delegates Position Statements and Recommendations

    Published Wednesday, July 15, 2009

    What is a Position Statement of the House of Delegates? The House of Delegates is a representative body of the membership that approves AMTA position statements. A position statement is AMTA's position on professional or public policy issues that relate to the mission and goals of the Association. An individual member or group of members develops proposed more»
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