Record #:
MHH0415
Last Modified:
14 Aug 2024
Last Full Update:
08 Aug 2024
Site Information
Site Location |
Oakville (River Oaks) |
Located In Community |
Oakville |
Address & Map |
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Intersection |
Sixth Line and Dundas St W |
Physical Access |
Fully Accessible |
Agency Information
Legal Status |
(50) Non Profit |
Established |
2004 |
Primary Executive |
Jules (Juliette) Royer, Acting Chair |
Funding |
Donations |
Description and Service Details
Description (Service) |
Community-based, non-charitable organization that provides information and support to myeloma patients, family and caregivers in the Halton, Peel and Hamilton region * myeloma is a rare cancer of the bone marrow affecting the production of red cells, white cells and platelets, and can lead to anemia, infections, renal failure, bone damage and pain
Services include:
- Support: nine scheduled meetings that provide opportunity for sharing experience and the time to socialize, peer to peer support
- Education: guest presenters who are myeloma and healthcare specialists
- Advocacy: bring awareness to myeloma, and to inform the local community of patient treatment challenges
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Hours |
Mon-Fri after 5pm * weekends 10am-7pm |
Areas Served |
Halton Region ; Hamilton (City of) ; Peel Region |
Boundaries |
Hamilton, Halton Region, and Peel Region |
Eligibility |
People and family who are affected by myeloma |
Application |
Not required |
Languages |
English |
Fees |
None |
Categories and Classification
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