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647-849-9844
108 Rosedale Heights Dr
ON, M4T 1C6
ON, M4T 1C6
Short Description
Peer-peer self help group * fellowship * social and medical information, including online resource library * annual medical conferences
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Adult Services
Toronto
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416-964-9095
1425 Bayview Ave, Ground Fl
Toronto, ON, M4G 3A9
Toronto, ON, M4G 3A9
Short Description
Offer support and counselling to adults with epilepsy and their family/caregivers * individual, couple and family counselling * various support groups to share thoughts on life with epilepsy and offer and receive support * Functional Seizures education and support
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Support Groups
Toronto
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416-964-9095
1425 Bayview Ave, Ground Fl
Toronto, ON, M4G 3A9
Toronto, ON, M4G 3A9
Short Description
Various support groups for people with seizures and their families to connect with others living with similar challenges, learn more about their condition and share feelings and concerns.
Support Groups Include:
Adult Support Groups - Offering support groups for adults or their family members living with epilepsy
Children, Youth, and Parent Support Groups - Offering support groups for children and youth living with epilepsy and their parents
Support Groups Include:
- Adults with Epilepsy (AWE)
- Parent Support Groups
- Young Adults Support Group
- Partners and Adult Family Members Support Group
- Surgery Support Group
- Professionals Support Group
- Epilepsy Employment Group
- New and Expecting Parents Group
- Recreation Groups
Adult Support Groups - Offering support groups for adults or their family members living with epilepsy
- Adults with Epilepsy (AWE) - third Tuesday of each month, 6pm-8pm * connect with other adults living with epilepsy and learn more about epilepsy and share feelings and concerns.
- Professionals Group - First Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. * Meeting for Professionals working with epilepsy.
- Partners and Adult Family Members of People with Epilepsy Group - Quarterly on Monday nights, 6:00pm - 7:30pm * the opportunity to meet, connect and share with other partners living with people who have epilepsy * information from people who are faced with the same issues on how to manage
- Friday Recreation Group - This social group meets every Friday, 1pm - 4pm
- Surgery Support Group - Quarterly online, 5pm -6:30pm * hosted in partnership with Toronto Western Hospital's Epilepsy Program * bring together people with epilepsy who have done surgery with those who are considering surgery as a treatment option
Children, Youth, and Parent Support Groups - Offering support groups for children and youth living with epilepsy and their parents
- Young Adults Support Group - First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 pm - 9 pm * a place where individuals with epilepsy can connect with other individuals to offer and receive support by sharing stories, resources and transitional concerns
- Parents Of Young Children Support Group - third Wednesday of every other month, 7:30 pm to 9 pm * a support group for parents to have the opportunity to talk about their issues, connect with others who are going through similar situations and share their resources and experiences
- Parents Of Young Adults and Teens Support Group - last Wednesday of every other month, 6 pm to 8 pm * a support group for parents of young adults and teens living with epilepsy to learn from other parents, develop effective coping strategies and decrease isolation by meeting others
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Adult Support Groups
Toronto
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416-964-9095
1425 Bayview Avenue, Ground Fl
Toronto, ON, M4G 3A9
Toronto, ON, M4G 3A9
Short Description
Offering support groups for adults or their family members living with epilepsy
- Adults with Epilepsy (AWE) - third Tuesday of each month, 6pm-8pm * connect with other adults living with epilepsy and learn more about epilepsy and share feelings and concerns.
- Professionals Group - First Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. * Meeting for Professionals working with epilepsy.
- Partners and Adult Family Members of People with Epilepsy Group - Quarterly on Monday nights, 6:00pm - 7:30pm * the opportunity to meet, connect and share with other partners living with people who have epilepsy * information from people who are faced with the same issues on how to manage
- Friday Recreation Group - This social group meets every Friday, 1pm - 4pm
- Surgery Support Group - Quarterly online, 5pm -6:30pm * hosted in partnership with Toronto Western Hospital's Epilepsy Program * bring together people with epilepsy who have done surgery with those who are considering surgery as a treatment option
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DECNET - Support, Advocacy & Outreach Programs
Toronto
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416-461-9043 ext 2362
955 Queen St E
Toronto, ON, M4M 3P3
Toronto, ON, M4M 3P3
Short Description
Offer different support groups and outreach initiatives:
Chinese Diabetes Support Group - support provided in Mandarin and Cantonese by both peers and DECNET diabetes educators * facilitated by diabetes educators * third Monday of each month
Diabetes in the Real World (DRW) - advocacy Group - group of community members who meet regularly to raise awareness about issues faced by people living with type 2 diabetes. * Program currently on hold
English Diabetes Support Group - an informal environment in which group members can receive support from both peers and DECNET diabetes educators * facilitated by diabetes educators
Mental Health & Diabetes Group - peer support and diabetes education group that focuses on mental health challenges and managing diabetes * facilitated by diabetes educators
Outreach Programs/ Initiatives - outreach initiatives that work towards connecting with individuals who may experience barriers to health and health care access and are impacted by diabetes
Chinese Diabetes Support Group - support provided in Mandarin and Cantonese by both peers and DECNET diabetes educators * facilitated by diabetes educators * third Monday of each month
Diabetes in the Real World (DRW) - advocacy Group - group of community members who meet regularly to raise awareness about issues faced by people living with type 2 diabetes. * Program currently on hold
English Diabetes Support Group - an informal environment in which group members can receive support from both peers and DECNET diabetes educators * facilitated by diabetes educators
Mental Health & Diabetes Group - peer support and diabetes education group that focuses on mental health challenges and managing diabetes * facilitated by diabetes educators
Outreach Programs/ Initiatives - outreach initiatives that work towards connecting with individuals who may experience barriers to health and health care access and are impacted by diabetes
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Toronto
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Medical reception: 416-461-2493
955 Queen St E
Toronto, ON, M4M 3P3
Toronto, ON, M4M 3P3
Short Description
Programs and services provided by an interdisciplinary
team of health professionals that focus on prevention and wellness, information
and health promotion, as well as primary care
Chinese Cancer Support Group - Support group for cancer patients and their family members in accessing cancer care services.
Dental Bus - Dental services delivered through a partnership between SRCHC and the Toronto Public Health Mobile Dental Clinic * run by a dentist and dental hygienist * appointments are necessary
Midwifery and Toronto Community Health - MATCH - Prenatal, labour, birth and postpartum care with a team of midwives * services offered at Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto Birth Centre, or at home * 24h on-call services to MATCH clients during pregnancy and for the first 6 weeks postpartum * home visits to provide clinical care in the first week postpartum * gynecological care (Pap tests), STI screening, pregnancy testing (urine or blood tests) and counselling related to pregnancy options * support and teaching on testosterone injections
Outreach Clinic - A drop-in service that facilitates access to ongoing health care for medically unattached individuals who meet a specific criteria
Primary Care Asthma Program (PCAP) - A certified respiratory educator provides education and care for children and adults living with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Social Work Support - Counselling, case management and advocacy, including housing, income, immigration, family and relationship issues, feelings of depression and anxiety, coping with illness, dealing with past or current problematic drug and alcohol use
Chinese Cancer Support Group - Support group for cancer patients and their family members in accessing cancer care services.
Dental Bus - Dental services delivered through a partnership between SRCHC and the Toronto Public Health Mobile Dental Clinic * run by a dentist and dental hygienist * appointments are necessary
Midwifery and Toronto Community Health - MATCH - Prenatal, labour, birth and postpartum care with a team of midwives * services offered at Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto Birth Centre, or at home * 24h on-call services to MATCH clients during pregnancy and for the first 6 weeks postpartum * home visits to provide clinical care in the first week postpartum * gynecological care (Pap tests), STI screening, pregnancy testing (urine or blood tests) and counselling related to pregnancy options * support and teaching on testosterone injections
Outreach Clinic - A drop-in service that facilitates access to ongoing health care for medically unattached individuals who meet a specific criteria
Primary Care Asthma Program (PCAP) - A certified respiratory educator provides education and care for children and adults living with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Social Work Support - Counselling, case management and advocacy, including housing, income, immigration, family and relationship issues, feelings of depression and anxiety, coping with illness, dealing with past or current problematic drug and alcohol use
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Chinese Cancer Support Group
Toronto
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416-461-1925
955 Queen St E
Toronto, ON, M4M 3P3
Toronto, ON, M4M 3P3
Short Description
Support group for cancer patients and their family members in accessing cancer care services.
Offer general nutrition counselling, individual counselling, support group, and cancer information
Offer general nutrition counselling, individual counselling, support group, and cancer information
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Toronto
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40 St Clair Ave E, Rm 204
Toronto, ON, M4T 1M9
Toronto, ON, M4T 1M9
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Volunteer-run self-help group * providing a supportive, confidential, environment for individuals with HSV to share experiences and information * the website links to helpful sites with information regarding HSV and more information will be shared with members upon registration.
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416-830-1485
Office: 416-830-1485
40 St Clair Ave E, Suite 205
ON, M4T 1M9
ON, M4T 1M9
Short Description
Support, advocacy and social activities for survivors of acquired brain injuries and their families, including those living with persisting concussion symptoms * peer support program * information and referral * public and professional awareness and education * housing assistance * support in accessing stable forms of financial assistance such as ODSP * free community outings
Special series programs run at various times throughout the year, including: Persistent Concussion Series & ABI Info Series.
Service changes: In-person and online programs are available
Special series programs run at various times throughout the year, including: Persistent Concussion Series & ABI Info Series.
- warm line open for support and information (12-4 P.M. Monday to Thursday)
- peer led caregiver support group
- brain injury support groups for adults: women, mixed gender, people who identify as LGBTQI
- Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups
- On-line Gentle Hatha Yoga
- Social Drop-Ins
- Brain Injury and Justice program: assistance from supervised social work students to help people living with brain injury navigate the legal system - Ontario Wide
- www.abijustice.org - online toolkit on brain injury and the criminal justice system in Ontario *Information for lawyers and people living with brain injury available.
Service changes: In-person and online programs are available
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Toronto
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416-322-7877
164 Merton St
Toronto, ON, M4S 3A8
Toronto, ON, M4S 3A8
Short Description
Development and delivery of evidence-based clinical and recreational programs for children, youth, and adults with autism
- COVID-19: services and support offered remotely. Check here to find out what services are available.
- Clinical Services -- intake and assessment * early intervention services * behaviour and communication programs * social skills building groups * sibling and parent groups * parent training programs * family support
- Community Resource Services -- certificate training programs * workshops, lectures, community education (fees) * agency consultation * research * resource library, professional training
- Volunteer Services -- clinical and administrative experiences available * student placements available
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Hepatitis C Program
Toronto
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Central Intake: 416-338-4766
416-302-5675
416-302-5675
465 Dundas St E
Toronto, ON, M5A 2B2
Toronto, ON, M5A 2B2
Short Description
Support, education and treatment for individuals with chronic Hepatitis C * weekly group includes information, education, social support and preparation for treatment cycle * OHIP not required
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Toronto
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Office: 416-977-9955
550 Queen St E, Suite 150
Toronto, ON, M5A 1V2
Toronto, ON, M5A 1V2
Short Description
HIV/AIDS education, prevention and support, including information on HIV and STI (sexually transmitted infections) risk, sexual health and healthy relationships, and harm reduction
- community-based prevention programs for youth, women, and gay, bisexual, queer, questioning, trans and other men who have sex with men (MSM)
- community workshops, forums, outreach, training for professionals and organizations, and culturally specific materials
- volunteer opportunities
Harm reduction
- supplies and outreach
Peer support
Settlement Program
Counselling and support, needs assessment, outreach and prevention for Black, African and Caribbean immigrants and refugees, including LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning) individuals
- orientation
- information and referrals to community services
- assistance in accessing services
- assistance in finding a doctor and living with treatment
- assistance with immigration system
- form and documentation completion
- housing and employment help
- interpretation and translation
- social opportunities and networking
Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
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Toronto
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Office: 416-892-2622
7B Pleasant Blvd
Toronto, ON, M4T 1K2
Toronto, ON, M4T 1K2
Short Description
Acoustic Neuroma Association (ANAC) of Canada is a peer-led, volunteer, charitable organization, providing information and support to patients and their families who have been diagnosed with the rare brain tumour acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma).
ANAC promotes early diagnosis leading to successful treatment and support of post-surgical issues for individuals.
ANAC supports ongoing research, information sharing and public education of acoustic neuroma tumours.
Membership includes:
- Virtual Support Groups
- One-on-one Peer Support
- Webinars
- Expert Support
- Annual Reports
- The Connection Newsletter
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Asthma and Allergy HelpLine
Toronto
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Office: 416-787-4050
124 Merton St
Toronto, ON, M4S 2Z2
Toronto, ON, M4S 2Z2
Short Description
A free call-back or email service available to all people living in Canada, where a team of Certified Respiratory Educators (CREs) provide support and advice to people with asthma and other respiratory allergies, as well as caregivers, friends, and educators. Topics can include:
- Newly diagnosed asthma
- Managing symptoms
- Managing Severe Asthma
- Avoiding specific triggers
- Treatment options
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Sexual Health Program
Toronto
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Office: 416-533-8545
163 Queen St E, 3rd Fl
Toronto, ON, M5A 1S1
Toronto, ON, M5A 1S1
Short Description
Offers sexual health education and outreach, one-on-one counselling and support groups in Spanish; services are private and confidential; provides a safe place for the 2SLGBTQI+ community
- counselling services for people living with HIV/AIDS and/or at risk of contracting HIV
- education and prevention services for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including HIV
- education and resources for safe and consensual sexual practices
- harm reduction education and resources for substance users
- connection to community resources and primary care
- ongoing education and workshops on sexual health, mental health and harm reduction
- activities and groups focused on the 2SLGBTQI+ community
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Toronto
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Office: 416-599-2727
120 Carlton St, Suite 212
Toronto, ON, M5A 4K3
Toronto, ON, M5A 4K3
Short Description
HIV/AIDS prevention and support services
- sexual health education, health promotion workshops, safer sex supplies
- one-on-one support, support groups, referral
- form filling, settlement services, interpretation and translation
- financial support including contingency fund
- capacity building and training
SAFE Program - non-judgemental check-in service for personal security, www.asaap.ca/safeprogram for more information
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GTA (Greater Toronto Area)
Toronto
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416-849-0050
1525 Yonge St
Toronto, ON, M4T 1Z2
Toronto, ON, M4T 1Z2
Short Description
Community-based service providing general support, advocacy for systemic change, and serving as a central contact point and infrastructure for specialized programs * opportunities to connect with others who are living with vision loss.
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Toronto
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Office: 416-340-8484 ext 260
543 Yonge St, 4th Fl
Toronto, ON, M4Y 1Y5
Toronto, ON, M4Y 1Y5
Short Description
Information and referral on AIDS and HIV related topics
- individual help and emotional support
- discussion and support groups
- information workshops
- harm reduction services
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CNIB Foundation
Toronto
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416-486-2500
1929 Bayview Ave
Toronto, ON, M4G 3E8
Toronto, ON, M4G 3E8
Short Description
Delivers innovative programs and powerful advocacy that empower people impacted by blindness to live their dreams and tear down barriers to inclusion. The foundation is powered by a network of volunteers, donors and partners from coast to coast to coast.
CNIB Community Hub - Community Hub programming for parents and children and youth through traditional media and the use of technology
CNIB Community Hub - Community Hub programming for parents and children and youth through traditional media and the use of technology
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Toronto
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416-864-9911
18 Wynford Dr, Suite 416
Toronto, ON, M3C 0K8
Toronto, ON, M3C 0K8
Short Description
Charitable organization focusing on respiratory health through education and community health programs * dedicated to ending gaps in the prevention, diagnosis, and care of lung disease in Canada * provides information on the effects of smoking, second-hand smoke, air quality and the environment
Quash App - An app to help quit smoking or vaping
The Loop - Community network created by and for people living with asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis * resources, access to information and support * registration required
The Collaborative - Online community for professionals to share information in real-time
Quash App - An app to help quit smoking or vaping
The Loop - Community network created by and for people living with asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis * resources, access to information and support * registration required
The Collaborative - Online community for professionals to share information in real-time
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Lung Health Line
North York
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Office: 289-456-7223
18 Wynford Dr
North York, ON, M3C 3S2
North York, ON, M3C 3S2
Short Description
Offers support groups of people who have been diagnosed with a lung disease.
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Support and Outreach
Toronto
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Office: 416-924-5256
526 Richmond St E, 2nd Fl
Toronto, ON, M5A 1R3
Toronto, ON, M5A 1R3
Short Description
Practical and emotional support, advocacy, counselling and support groups (for women, men and youth), drop-in and clothing exchange
Culturally sensitive HIV/AIDS workshops, events and activities in various languages for individuals, community groups and service providers, including ProjectM for Muslim girls and women 14-29 years, heterosexual men, men who have sex with men (MSM), and LGBTQ community
- emergency child care for clients only
- interpretation and translation
- community kitchen
Culturally sensitive HIV/AIDS workshops, events and activities in various languages for individuals, community groups and service providers, including ProjectM for Muslim girls and women 14-29 years, heterosexual men, men who have sex with men (MSM), and LGBTQ community
- literature in 8 languages
- volunteer opportunities
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Community Support Services (Toronto)
Toronto
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Office: 416-425-3463
885 Don Mills Rd, Unit 202
Toronto, ON, M3C 1V9
Toronto, ON, M3C 1V9
Short Description
Community-based rehabilitation and advocacy; affordable supportive housing for people with physical disabilities
Attendant Care Services -- non-medical assistance with activities of daily living
MODC Non-Profit Housing -- supportive care in 6 unit house, capacity 8, in Meynell House with additional houses around Ontario
Pop can tabs collection program -- proceeds support Assistive Devices Program
Home and Vehicle Modification Program, 1-877-369-4867 or 1-877-369-HVMP -- financial assistance (up to $15,000) for basic home and vehicle modifications for permanent Ontario residents with a substantial impairment expected to last one year or more
Acquired Brain Injury Services -- life skills, communication, community integration, emotional and behavioural support, vocational support, recreation
Conductive Education -- for people with neurological motor disorders; physical rehabilitation and education to train the brain and the body
DesignAbility, 1-800-263-3463, ext 7211
- volunteers work with persons with mobility challenges to craft creative, custom-built solutions to overcome barriers to work, play, personal hygiene and other daily activities
- no charge, except for building materials
LIFE (Learning Independence for Future Empowerment) -- skill-building transition sessions to provide support to young adults with a disability
Post-Polio Canada, [email protected], www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/postpolio -- in-person and virtual support services, resources and information for polio survivors
After Stroke, [email protected], afterstroke.ca -- person-to-person support, educational opportunities and community-based programs designed to provide connection to other people, hope and life after stroke
Business and training services for other non-profit agencies
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Toronto
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416-497-2267
180 Bloor St W, Suite 500
Toronto, ON, M5S 2V6
Toronto, ON, M5S 2V6
Short Description
Information and support to those with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) and their families * gently used equipment can be donated
Support Services - Registered clients and their families are eligible to receive the following support services:
Support Services - Registered clients and their families are eligible to receive the following support services:
- home visits by an ALS Community Lead who can assist in navigating the ALS journey and help connect patients with other health care providers and community support services
- equipment and assistive devices available through the loan program or through funding assistance
- the opportunity to be part of an ALS support group (where available)
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ALS Canada - Eastern Region
Toronto
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Office: 1-800-267-4257
180 Bloor St West, Suite 500
Toronto, ON, M5S 2V6
Toronto, ON, M5S 2V6
Short Description
Opportunities for patients and caregivers to socialize and help each other by sharing ideas and experiences
Services and activities for those affected by Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS):
Services and activities for those affected by Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS):
- information and referral
- educational program for health professionals
- public education
- medical equipment loans program
- support group meetings for patients and their caregivers
- guest speakers provide insight and information on various topics of interest
- accepts donations of gently used medical equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, hospital beds, lift chairs, and hoyer lifts
- pick-ups can be arranged and tax receipts are provided
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