Ostomy
Self Help Clearinghouse
United Ostomy Associations of America
National. 240 affiliates. Founded 2005. Dedicated to helping every
person with an ostomy and related surgeries return to normal living.
Also has support groups for parents of children with ostomies,
teens, young adults, gay, lesbian and transgenders and those who
have had a continent diversion. Provides education, support to local
groups, national identity and affiliate development help, visitation
program and quarterly magazine. Chapter development help. Local
group directory on website.
Write:
United Ostomy Associationa of Am.
P.O. Box 66
Fairview, TN 37062
Voice: 1-800-826-0826
Fax: 615-799-5915
Website: http://www.uoaa.org
E-mail: info@uoaa.org
Verified: 12/21/2007
The Pull-thru Network
International network. Founded 1988. Support and information for
families with children born with anorectal, colorectal or urogenital
disorders and any of the associated diagnoses. Disorders include
cloacal, bladder exstrophy, imperforate anus, VATER/VACTERL
association, anal stenosis, cloacal exstrophy and Hirschsprung's
disease and associated diagnoses. Maintains a database for member
networking. Quarterly magazine, online discussion group, weekly chat
for members, phone support and literature. Dues $30/year - free
membership upon request.
Write:
Pull-Thru Network
2312 Savoy St.
Hoover, AL 35226
Voice: 205-978-2930
Website: http://www.pullthrunetwork.org
E-mail: ptnmail@charter.net
Verified: 10/24/2007
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