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ONTARIO
Click Here to Visit: Lymphedema Association of Ontario (LAO)
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
BURLINGTON
Aqua Lymphatic Therapy Sessions: Sessions
taking place through the Summer of 2011 at Altershot 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 519-653-2101
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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