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	Organization / Program Name(s)	Located In	Description (Brief)
AIDS Network (The)	AIDS Network (The)	Hamilton Central	Provides education and support for individuals and communities regarding HIV/AIDS and related issues.
ALS Canada	ALS Canada	Markham	Services for patients and their families include: * information and referral * loan and funding assistance for assistive devices to patients registered with ALS Society * in-home visitation Other acti ... [More]
Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Simcoe - Norfolk St N, Alzheimer Society Haldimand Norfolk	Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Simcoe - Norfolk St N, Alzheimer Society Haldimand Norfolk	Simcoe	Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities * helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible * referral to other community services Supports for people with Alz ... [More]
Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Family Support Groups	Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Family Support Groups	Hamilton Mountain East	Family Support Groups help family and individuals with memory loss cope with progressive cognitive deficits, dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Hamilton Mountain East, Support Services	Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Hamilton Mountain East, Support Services	Hamilton Mountain East	Programs, services, education and on-going support for individuals with dementia, as well as, support for family members. Information, education and consultation services to community organizations an ... [More]
Alzheimer Society of Ontario, Mississauga, Alzheimer Programs and Services	Alzheimer Society of Ontario, Mississauga, Alzheimer Programs and Services	Mississauga (City of)	Promotes public and professional awareness of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Offers programs and services through Brampton and Mississauga chapters, including: * counselling * support grou ... [More]
Arthritis Society, Burlington, Hamilton & Niagara Region Office, Client Services	Arthritis Society, Burlington, Hamilton & Niagara Region Office, Client Services	Central Burlington	Services to assist people living with arthritis are provided by physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers, all with advanced training in arthritis management. Other services include ... [More]
Brain Injury Association of Peel & Halton, Peel & Halton, Acquired Brain Injury Services	Brain Injury Association of Peel & Halton, Peel & Halton, Acquired Brain Injury Services	Mississauga (City of)	Advocates for the needs and provides information to, survivors of brain injuries, their families and support network through facilitating measures to promote the prevention of brain injury, improve qu ... [More]
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, Burlington, Adult Brain Tumour Support Group	Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, Burlington, Adult Brain Tumour Support Group	Burlington	Help survivors, family and caregivers through their journey with a brain tumour by providing connections with others who have faced life with a brain tumour thereby offering reassurance, reducing feel ... [More]
Canadian Cancer Society, Wellington County Community Office	Canadian Cancer Society, Wellington County Community Office	Guelph	Services include: * transportation to and from cancer related appointments; cannot provide transportation to individuals unable to transfer into a vehicle * one-on-one peer support (by phone) can be a ... [More]
Canadian Cancer Society, Halton Community Office, Cancer Support Services	Canadian Cancer Society, Halton Community Office, Cancer Support Services	Bronte	Major services: Cancer support * matches cancer patients and their caregivers with volunteers who have been through the same experiences * service available in English, French and many other languages ... [More]
Canadian Celiac Association, Celiac Information and Support	Canadian Celiac Association, Celiac Information and Support	Mississauga (City of)	The national voice for people who are adversely affected by gluten and works to improve diagnosis and quality of life.
Canadian Diabetes Association, National office	Canadian Diabetes Association, National office	Toronto Downtown Central	Information and literature on nutrition and health care * support groups, education, advocacy * library, including videos * pamphlets in Chinese, French, Italian * Etobicoke, North/Central Toronto, Sc ... [More]
Canadian Hard of Hearing Association, Hamilton Branch	Canadian Hard of Hearing Association, Hamilton Branch	Hamilton (City of)	Support group for people who are hard of hearing and their families. Hamilton Branch advocates for infant hearing screening and Cochlear implantation for hard of hearing people.
CNIB, Halton/Peel Office, Services for people who are blind, partially sighted, deafblind	CNIB, Halton/Peel Office, Services for people who are blind, partially sighted, deafblind	Mississauga (City of)	National, community-based organization committed to vision health of all Canadians, research and enhancement of independence for people with vision loss. Services include: * services for children and ... [More]
Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada, Oakville Support Group	Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada, Oakville Support Group	River Oaks	* comprised of volunteers, members, and management led by a board of directors * a patient-based organization that understand the needs of those diagnosed with colorectal cancer and their families * c ... [More]
Cystic Fibrosis Canada, Hamilton and Area Chapter	Cystic Fibrosis Canada, Hamilton and Area Chapter	Hamilton	Disseminates information on cystic fibrosis, raises funds for research and education, and provides support groups.
East Wellington Community Services, Rockwood Office, Support Services	East Wellington Community Services, Rockwood Office, Support Services	Rockwood	Services include: * transportation program * Adult Day Program * clothing thrift shop * Children's Programs * information & referral * government forms * food bank and outreach services ... [More]
Epilepsy Halton Peel Hamilton	Epilepsy Halton Peel Hamilton	Erin Mills	Services include: * summer camps for children with epilepsy * client services * counselling * information and referral services * education and advocacy services for those living with seizure disorder ... [More]
Foundation for Prader Willi Research Canada	Foundation for Prader Willi Research Canada	Richmond Hill	Composed of parents, family members, researchers, and others from across Canada, who are interested in addressing the many issues related to Prader Willi Syndrome, including childhood obesity and auti ... [More]
Geneva Centre for Autism	Geneva Centre for Autism	Toronto Downtown North	Clinical Services -- intake and assessment * early intervention services * behaviour and communication programs * social skills building groups * sibling and parent groups * parent training programs ... [More]
Georgetown Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Telephone Support Group	Georgetown Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Telephone Support Group	Georgetown	Services for those suffering with myalgic encephalomyelitis, also known as chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia: * facilitator provides individual counselling * some additional therapies and servi ... [More]
Halton Down Syndrome Association	Halton Down Syndrome Association	Milton	Helps individuals with Down syndrome reach their true potential and full enjoyment of life through services that include: * bursary program for therapies and conferences * new parent support * peer pl ... [More]
Halton Healthcare, Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital - Dorval Dr - Mailing Address, Maximize Your Health - Mississauga Halton Self Management Program	Halton Healthcare, Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital - Dorval Dr - Mailing Address, Maximize Your Health - Mississauga Halton Self Management Program	Glen Abbey	* provides free 6 week (2.5 hours per week) chronic disease self management workshops called "Maximize Your Health" Group discussion topics specific to chronic disease symptom management include: * he ... [More]
Halton-Peel Area Myeloma Support Group, Wellspring Birmingham-Gilgan House	Halton-Peel Area Myeloma Support Group, Wellspring Birmingham-Gilgan House	Oakville	Activities for patients and caregivers include: * information and presentations led by myeloma specialists and healthcare experts * time for sharing experiences and socializing * membership in a group ... [More]
Hearing Improvement Committee of Guelph	Hearing Improvement Committee of Guelph	Guelph	Supplements services of agencies that assist people who are hearing impaired * disseminates information * promotes hearing help courses and hearing accessibility in public places
Hemophilia Ontario, Central West Ontario Region	Hemophilia Ontario, Central West Ontario Region	Hamilton Central	A national voluntary health charity, which provides programs and services to improve the health and quality of life, of all people with inherited bleeding disorders, and ultimately to find a cure.
Hemophilia Ontario, Toronto and Central Ontario Region	Hemophilia Ontario, Toronto and Central Ontario Region	Toronto Downtown Central	Assistance in obtaining direct aid, education, vocational guidance, rehabilitation and social adjustment services * transportation to and from clinics * educational literature and audiovisual material ... [More]
Hospital for Sick Children, No Physical Location, Brainchild	Hospital for Sick Children, No Physical Location, Brainchild	Toronto Downtown	b.r.a.i.n.child is a volunteer group of parents, family and friends who have the common experience of caring for a child with a brain tumour or who are survivors * organization provides support, educa ... [More]
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, National Office	Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, National Office	North York East	Information and support for individuals affected by blood cancers, particularly leukemia, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes and myeloproliferative diseases * peer-to ... [More]
March of Dimes Canada, 20 Emerald St - South Central Region, Post Polio Association of Hamilton / Brant	March of Dimes Canada, 20 Emerald St - South Central Region, Post Polio Association of Hamilton / Brant	Hamilton Central	To promote direct support among persons, their family & friends, who are challenged with coping with Post Polio Syndrome and disseminating information about the late effects of Poliomyelitis to physic ... [More]
March of Dimes Canada, Head Office, Post-Polio Canada	March of Dimes Canada, Head Office, Post-Polio Canada	East York	Support, information and resources * local support group network * newsletter * information packages for patients and health professionals
March of Dimes Canada, Head Office, Stroke Recovery Canada	March of Dimes Canada, Head Office, Stroke Recovery Canada	East York	Information and referral * information packages * support groups
March of Dimes Canada, Milton - Allendale Long-Term Care Home, Stroke Recovery Canada	March of Dimes Canada, Milton - Allendale Long-Term Care Home, Stroke Recovery Canada	Milton	A monthly peer support group for stroke survivors and their caregivers. Services include: * learn more about stroke, stroke symptoms and stroke recovery * find stroke recovery resources in your area * ... [More]
Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, Hamilton-Halton Chapter	Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, Hamilton-Halton Chapter	Hamilton Central	Part of a world-wide effort to find a cure for multiple sclerosis and enable people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life. Programs & Services Include: Awareness & Education Programs Informa ... [More]
Myasthenia Gravis Society of Canada	Myasthenia Gravis Society of Canada	North York	Offers support for persons with myasthenia gravis (MG) and their caregivers: * information * quarterly newsletter "Contact" for members * education for the general public and health care professionals ... [More]
National ME/FM Action Network	National ME/FM Action Network	Nepean	Network assisting people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and/or Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) through education, advocacy, support, and research
Osteoporosis Canada, Toronto	Osteoporosis Canada, Toronto	North York East	Information on osteoporosis * public education * research support * support groups, self help materials * literature in English and French * speakers
Ostomy Canada Society, Halton and Peel Chapter 711 - Mailing Address	Ostomy Canada Society, Halton and Peel Chapter 711 - Mailing Address	Oakville	Major services include: * visiting post-operative patients * the distribution of ostomy literature to interested parties
Parkinson Canada	Parkinson Canada	North York Central	Information and referral line * support groups * caregiver support groups * education events and conferences * some literature in Chinese, German, Italian, Punjabi and Spanish * advocacy * public awar ... [More]

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