| Organization: | Ottawa Ostomy Support Group | ||
| Phone Numbers: | Helpline 613-447-0361 * calls are automatically transferred to a volunteer who will either answer in person or by answering machine and return your call | ||
| Email: | Info@ottawaostomy.ca | ||
| Website: | ottawaostomy.ca | ||
| Address: |
c/o OOSG Station H PO Box 11134 Ottawa, ON K2H 7T8 |
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| Hours: | Ostomy Helpline Mon-Sun 9am-9pm * leave a message after hours | ||
| Executives: | Yvonne Holland - President | ||
| Service Description: |
Information and psychological/emotional support for persons who will or have undergone intestinal or urinary tract diversion surgery - colostomy, urostomy, ileostomy or ileo-anal reservoir Meetings * supportive visiting service to ostomates, their families and caregivers Support is available before, during and after the hospital stay * visitors are trained volunteers who are matched by age, sex, and type of surgery * members are encouraged to bring their spouses, family and friends to the meetings |
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| Fees: | Membership fees - $20 for Chapter membership or Become an national Supporter (ostomy Canada.ca) for an additional $25 | ||
| Application: | Call for more information * application forms are in the monthly newsletter or sign up on the website | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | Open to all ages * persons who have undergone, or who will undergo, ostomy surgery - colostomy, urostomy, ileostomy or ileo-anal reservoir * family and friends * medical and spiritual care professionals * anyone interested in learning more about ostomy * non-members can also attend meetings | ||
| Languages: | English ; French | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Québec ; Eastern Ontario | ||
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This information was last completely updated on: 5-28-2024 |
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