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ONTARIO
Click Here to Visit: Lymphedema Association of Ontario (LAO)
BRACEBRIDGE
Bracebridge
Women’s Cancer Support Group: For
women in the Muskoka District with breast cancer and/or lymphedema.
Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month from 7:00-9:00 pm
(except December, no set dates). Call for information on locations.
Primary Contact: Marilyn
Evelyn, Organizer/Survivor; Phone: (Residence) 705-646-1259. Secondary
Contact: Nancy Evelyn, Organizer/Survivor; Phone: (Residence) 705-767-3599
BRAMPTON
 Aqua
Lymphatic Therapy Sessions: Sessions being offered in Brampton by
The Lymphedema Wellness Centre. For further information about ALT and
contact information for inquiries about participating, visit the Centre’s
website by clicking: this link.
BRANTFORD
Lymphedema Support
Group: Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at
St. Joseph’s Lifecare Centre from 6:00-7:30 pm. Hosted by Pam Monarch, RMT,
CDT, these meetings will be an opportunity for individuals to receive
information on self care/maintenance and education in regards to
lymphedema. **Pre-registration is required in order to attend.** For more
information, contact Pam Monarch at 519-751-7096 x3414 or pmonarch@sjltc.ca or visit Pam’s
website at: www.pammonarchrmt.com
BURLINGTON
Aqua
Lymphatic Therapy Sessions: Sessions taking place through the
Summer of 2011 at Aldershot Pool. Subsequent sessions may be held. For
further information about ALT and contact information for inquiries about
participating, click: this
link.
KINGSTON
Lymphedema Support
Group:
The goals are to provide confidential information sharing and peer support
in a relaxed informal setting. Periodic use of guest speakers on related
topics, and discussion on the best ways to successfully manage and live
with this lifelong condition. The group meets 5 or 6 times a year, usually
on the last Wednesday of the month. Please contact Breast Cancer Action
Kingston at 613-531-7912 or visit www.bcakingston.org
KITCHENER
WATERLOO
REGION
Lymphedema Support
Group
meets monthly in the Victoria Room, Victoria Place, 290
Queen Street South, Kitchener on the
last Tuesday of each month at 7pm. What is it? Am I at risk for it? How did
I get it? How do I manage it? Does everyone feel this way about it? What
can I do about it? Call Melody Southgate, RMT, CDT at 519-749-0102
Aqua
Lymphatic Therapy Sessions: Sessions being offered in Kitchener
by Swelling Solutions. For further information about ALT and contact
information for inquiries about participating, visit the Clinic’s website
by clicking: this link
or call 519-749-0102.
Proactive Measures
Workshops: Learn about lymphedema, its causes, signs &
symptoms, who is "at risk", how to minimize the risk of
developing it, who to contact if you do, and how to measure your limbs to
detect swelling. Please call: 519-749-0102
to enquire.
Laughing
Lymphercise: Regular scheduled free drop in Laughing Lymphercise classes in
Kitchener-Waterloo are hosted by HopeSpring (www.hopespring.ca) and
held most Thursday mornings in the gym at the Redeemer Lutheran Church, 78
John Street West at Severn Street, lots of free parking and entrance via
the lot behind the church. For dates and to register please contact
HopeSpring (519) 742-4673.
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NORTH BAY
Lymphedema
Educational Workshop: occasional workshops are offered free of charge
by Caring Treatments Massage and Lymphedema Clinic and will run once a season.
Information may include updates on research and treatment, understanding
the lymphatic system, exercises, self-care and treatments, garments, and
how to minimize the physical, emotional, social, and financial impact of
lymphedema. For more info, or to register and obtain the meeting site,
please call Susan Woodman at 705-497-0683
OSHAWA
The Hearth Place
Lymphedema Support Group – provides information, emotional and
practical support for those with lymphedema, and for those at risk
following breast cancer treatment. Learn how to detect symptoms early and
develop strategies to manage the challenges of lymphedema. The group meets
every third Thursday evening of the month usually from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. 86
Colborne St. West. For more information or to register call Hearth Place at
905-579-4833
OTTAWA
Information Sessions: Learn the facts about
secondary lymphedema, how to self-monitor, important lifestyle
recommendations, when and where to go for help and exercises to delay the
onset or manage lymphedema. To register, please call Breast Cancer Action
Ottawa at
613-736-5921 or visit www.bcaott.ca for further
information.
Go with the Flow: is an exercise program designed for
breast cancer patients to minimize and reduce the risk of lymphedema. To
register, please call Breast Cancer Action Ottawa at
613-736-5921 or visit www.bcaott.ca for further
information.
TORONTO
Lymphedema
Information and Support Group: sponsored by the LAO in connection
with Wellspring and providing informal peer support for individuals and
families in a caring and confidential setting. Sessions are held on the
second Thursday of the month between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm at Wellspring in
Toronto. To register, please call the LAO at 416-410-2250 or 877-723-0033
toll free.
Aqua
Therapy for Lymphedema Sessions: New classes will be taking place beginning
in January 2012 at Beverly Public School pool with Sylvia Crowhurst, RMT,
CDT. Subsequent sessions may be held. For further information about ALT,
contact and registration information or for general inquiries about
participating, click: this link.
WINSOR
/ ESSEX / KENT
Lymphedema Support Group: A small group
is trying to form a support group for those living with cancer-related
lymphedema to serve the Windsor/Essex/Kent region. This group is still in
the formative stages, but encourages those who are interested to please get
in touch. For more information, email: lymphsupportwek@hotmail.com
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