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March of Dimes After Stroke Chapter provides survivors and caregivers with a forum for learning about recovery, gathering resources, and socializing with others in similar situations who share common experiences
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Support and education for those with neuromuscular disease and their friends and family members * raises funds for Muscular Dystrophy * support group presents educational speakers on topics, including research, equipment, therapy and social activities
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Awareness, support, networking and education to families and people living with Congenital Heart Defects (CHD)
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Low vision specialists provide services to those who have experienced partial loss of vision to help them make the most of their sight and live life to the fullest
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Demonstrations and consultation to help people with a vision loss make informed decisions about the availability, selection, use and purchase of consumer products and adaptive devices
Open at times listed below by appointment, purchase online or call 1-866-659-1843
CNIB London Store
749 Baseline Rd E
London, ON
Mon-Fri 9am-12noon and 1pm-4pm
519-685-8420 ext 5111
Additional Locations:
Suncoast Mall, Centre Court
Goderich, ON
Second Thu every odd month, 10am-2pm
Community Health Centre, Main St
Grand Bend, ON
Second Thu every even month, 10am-2pm
Bayside Mall, Community Room
Sarnia, ON
First Wed every month, 10am-2pm
Elgin Mall, 417 Wellington St
St Thomas, ON
Third Tue every odd month, 10am-2pm
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Information and support to parents of children with Down Syndrome * arranges 2 social events per year plus semi-annual meetings * telephone support * a collection of resource materials at the London Public Library
Programs include:
Programs include:
- music therapy
- social skills
- cooking school
- speech therapy camp
- tween club
- youth blast
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Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada - London Dystonia Support Group
1-800-361-8061 416-488-6974
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Support group for people with any form of dystonia including generalized, focal, laryngeal and oromandibular dystonia, blepharospasm, and spasmodic torticollis
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Peer support for people with inflammatory bowel disease and their caregivers * educational programs and information
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Online resource support for people living with an eating disorder and disordered eating and their caregivers
Services include:
Services include:
- access to virtual facilitated support groups through partner organizations
- online directory of community resources
- access to virtual education for friends, parents and family members, through partner organizations
- community education and awareness
- early intervention workshops for teens
- programs to support older adults, including healthy eating and reducing social isolation
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Support and information group for multiple myeloma patients and their caregivers throughout South West Ontario
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Ongoing counselling and support to people living with, affected by, and at-risk for HIV/AIDS
Information and referral to services in the community, transportation to medical appointments, food bank and support groups
Information and referral to services in the community, transportation to medical appointments, food bank and support groups
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Programs and services to support individuals and families affected by cancer through diagnosis, treatment and beyond * services are professionally delivered and volunteer supported * call for more information about meeting times for support groups and programs
Peer and Group Support - Groups include peer support, patient support group, caregiver support group, ovarian cancer support group, survivor support group, cancer genetics support group, bereavement support group and Look Good Feel Better workshop
Coping Skills - Programs include Yoga, Qi Gong and T'ai Chi, Aquafit Therapy and Body-Mind Meditation
Expressing Programs - Programs include Art Therapy, Meditative Drumming, Reiki and Therapeutic touch
Lending Library - Offers cancer-related materials in the form of books, videotapes, audio tapes, CDs and pamphlets
Peer and Group Support - Groups include peer support, patient support group, caregiver support group, ovarian cancer support group, survivor support group, cancer genetics support group, bereavement support group and Look Good Feel Better workshop
Coping Skills - Programs include Yoga, Qi Gong and T'ai Chi, Aquafit Therapy and Body-Mind Meditation
Expressing Programs - Programs include Art Therapy, Meditative Drumming, Reiki and Therapeutic touch
Lending Library - Offers cancer-related materials in the form of books, videotapes, audio tapes, CDs and pamphlets
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Mental Health Public Education
Reach Out: 519-433-2023 or 1-866-933-2023 519-432-1607 ext 6318
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Mental health education, promotion and resources for the general public
Public Education - Mental health education, promotion and resources for the general public
Mental Health Education and Promotion
Public Education - Mental health education, promotion and resources for the general public
Mental Health Education and Promotion
- Workplace presentations
- Workshops and conferences
- Public education forums and awareness
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Peer Support and Psychoeducational Groups
Reach Out: 519-433-2023 or 1-866-933-2023 519-673-3242
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Hosted professionally facilitated and peer support groups * maintains online list of professionally facilitated groups in London-Middlesex
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Family Support Educational Groups - Program that provides family members, caregivers, and friends with tools to help during the recovery process of a loved one
Peer Support Program (OCD) - Mutual support group for people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Groups:
- London Region Mood Disorders Self Help Group
- London Shyness and Social Anxiety Support Group
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- SAFE (Self Abuse Finally Ends)
Family Support Educational Groups - Program that provides family members, caregivers, and friends with tools to help during the recovery process of a loved one
Peer Support Program (OCD) - Mutual support group for people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Mastectomy and breast surgery support group offering aqua fit and discussion
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Supports and resources* public awareness and prevention * annual conference * fundraising and community events
Support Groups:
Support Groups:
- survivor/caregiver support group
- peer support mentoring program for survivors and caregivers
- social leisure group (Perth County)
- Virtual Concussion Program (Perth residence only)
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Educational setting to share experiences with other parents of children with learning disabilities and/or ADHD
Meetings/Webinars held throughout year with professional guest speakers (including psychologists and special education teachers), discussion-based evenings around relevant topics (such as family dynamics and school communication)
Meetings/Webinars held throughout year with professional guest speakers (including psychologists and special education teachers), discussion-based evenings around relevant topics (such as family dynamics and school communication)
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Provides support, advice and coaching to parents with children having learning disabilities * provides information about diagnostics and treatment plans, understanding assessment reports and IEPs, and communication with schools
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Assists people with learning disabilities (LD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders (ADHD) and their families by providing support, guidance and resource information
Resource Centre and Community Support - Lending library offers subject-specific books
Children and Youth Programming - Programs for Children and Youth
Parent Support - Educational setting to share experiences with other parents of children with learning disabilities and/or ADHD
Services and Programs:
Resource Centre and Community Support - Lending library offers subject-specific books
Children and Youth Programming - Programs for Children and Youth
Parent Support - Educational setting to share experiences with other parents of children with learning disabilities and/or ADHD
Services and Programs:
- Parent Consultations
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Support, education and information and funds research * free Patient Resource Handbooks, in both adult and children's versions * support groups for all ages allow people to share information and experiences
Northey Family Library - Health resource library * 519-642-7755 ext 234
Northey Family Library - Health resource library * 519-642-7755 ext 234
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Partnership between London InterCommunity Health Centre and Regional HIV/AIDS Connection * program designed for persons at high risk for Hepatitis C infection due to drug use and those who are Hepatitis C positive who have complex addiction and/or social issues * outreach worker, peer support worker, nurses and social worker support all aspects of clients life - physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual * referrals to other community agencies * screening, prevention, care and treatment of Hepatitis C * dispenses free naloxone take-home kits - lifesaving medication that can restore breathing of a person who has overdosed on heroin or prescription opioid medication
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Education, advocacy and support services for people affected by epilepsy and seizure disorders
- peer-to-peer support network, support groups, drop-in programs and community referrals
- meetings with people, families, workplaces, and community partners to explain epilepsy and teach seizure first aid
- community education and public awareness campaigns including educational group sessions, teacher in-services and classroom presentations
- children's programming
- assistance with filling out government forms, securing medication, financial support and housing
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6-month hospital outpatient program for adults with known heart disease * program includes:
- medical evaluation
- comprehensive patient care coordination
- exercise program
- lifestyle education
- psychological services
- smoking cessation
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Services include assessment and support for seniors with hearing loss * the goal is to develop, maintain, or augment sensory capacity to promote maximum independence * the Hearing Care Counsellor Program assists seniors with hearing loss * counsellors conduct home visits (or virtual visits), provide education, demonstrate and recommend communication devices, facilitate hard of hearing support groups and teach hearing help classes, and workshops * Hearing Care Counselling also provides in-service training to supportive housing, retirement homes and long-term care facilities
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Service and programs include:
Equipment and Support - Equipment and funding for those in need * equipment for loan cupboard gratefully accepted
- Information, education, advocacy and support for individuals living with or affected by Multiple Sclerosis
- 1:1 Peer Support, Self Help & Support Groups- applications & referral to appropriate groups or programs
- Quality of Life Grant: equipment funding information, eligibility and application
- Information and education on disability forms such as Canadian Pension Plan Disability
- Information on fundraising initiatives, like MS Walk or Bike, additional programs, services and events
- Volunteer opportunities
- MS Research- understand and halt disease progression
Equipment and Support - Equipment and funding for those in need * equipment for loan cupboard gratefully accepted
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