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This time of year, with the holidays coming up, it can be tough to get through for some people for many different reasons. I want to remind everyone that you are not alone: whether you just had ostomy surgery, or had it decades ago, you're never alone. My phone is always on, regardless of time I'm always here if you need someone to talk to. In case you need my number it's 647 570 4329.
I would like to apologize for having to cancel our last zoom meeting - I had an unexpected event to deal with. This is something I try my hardest not to do, so again I apologize.
We have two new companies advertising with us:
The first is MyOstomy.ca: this is an online ostomy supplies company carrying all the big manufacturers' products. I will be doing my own online order in the next couple weeks, and am looking forward to working with them.
The second is StomaGenie from McKin Health: their product is to assist you in pouch changes; compatible with one or two piece pouch systems. You can order a free sample of this product, and since it looks interesting I will be getting a sample for myself.
Our meetings this month are as follows:
- Open Forum/Peer Support Meeting is November 14 at 7:30pm
- Monthly Meeting featuring a StomaGenie product presentation is November 28 at 7:30pm
As the weather changes, please keep warm and healthy and enjoy the winter fun.
Thanks for your support
Jim Fitzgerald
President
Ostomy Toronto
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Ostomy Awareness Day was October 7 |
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October 7 was Ostomy Awareness Day: Ostomy Toronto featured Ostomates (both local and international) on our Socials to help spread awareness. The goal is not only to spread awareness, but also share relatable content for those in our community.
Above (Left) Ontario native Raimo Strangis is currently working on a short film called Stuck, featuring a lead character living with an ostomy. Check out the teaser here: STUCK teaser trailer
Above (Right) Ru, from London, UK, shares his honest feelings about his ostomy pouch.
Below (Left) Having Crohn's for 37 years, and her ileostomy for 17 of those 37, Emma is still going strong!
Below (Right) Despite no longer having her ostomy, Lauren is determined to continue spreading Ostomy (and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis aka FAP) Awareness.
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Ryan Lengua
Manager, Toronto West Campground
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Nov 14: Open Forum/Peer Support Meeting |
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Join Ostomy Toronto for our Open Forum Meeting on Tuesday, November 14 at 7:30pm. Engage with other ostomates, caregivers, and friends and family of Ostomates. All are welcome!
You're invited to join an online meeting:
Title: Ostomy Toronto's Open Forum Meeting
Time: Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 7:30 PM
Click here for meeting info & links
Be sure to click on the specific meeting date for the individual meeting link.
Hope to see you there!
Please note: Any and all political topics, or topics not related to living with Ostomy are not permitted at Ostomy Toronto's Open Forum Meetings. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.
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REMINDER: Ostomy Toronto uses Zoom for our monthly meetings. |
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Nov 28: Monthly Meeting featuring StomaGenie |
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Join Ostomy Toronto for our virtual Monthly Meeting, featuring a product presentation from StomaGenie, on Tuesday, November 28 at 7:30pm. All are welcome!
You're invited to join an online meeting:
Title: Ostomy Toronto's Monthly Meeting
Time: Tuesday, November 28, 2023, 7:30 PM
Click here for meeting info & links
Be sure to click on the specific meeting date for individual meeting link.
Hope to see you there!
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Sign up for Monthly Meeting Invitations! |
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These emails will
only be sent the mornings of each Monthly Meeting, and Monthly Open Forum/Peer Support Meeting. The emails will only contain the information required to sign in and attend the Ostomy Toronto Meetings.
Please note: If you currently subscribe to our monthly newsletter, you will not be automatically subscribed to these email invitations, you will have to enter your name and email address HERE.
*If you have previously signed up for these invitation emails, you do not need to sign up again.
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Jim Fitzgerald, President
Amy Taylor-Mitropoulos, Treasurer
Susan Uno, Bookkeeper
Urooba Ahad, Director
Glen D'Silva, Director
Michele Smith, Director
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Antonio Pergola, Bingo Volunteer
Linda Hurren, Bingo Volunteer
Jennifer Burnett, Bingo Volunteer
Melissa Aman, Bingo Volunteer
Cindy Zuccaro, Bingo Volunteer
Amanda Caristo, Social Media/Web Manager
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DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this Newsletter is presented for informational purposes only. None of the information is a substitute for professional medical care, attention by a qualified practitioner, or product information that can be gained from an ostomy product distributor, manufacturer or management professional, and under no circumstances may it be relied upon as such. Always check with your doctor or Enterostomal Nurse if you have any questions or concerns about your condition or if you are about to start a new program of treatment or management. Ostomy Toronto and the editors of this Newsletter are not responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any form of damages whatsoever resulting from the use (or misuse) of information contained in or implied by this Newsletter.
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