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Donating unused ostomy supplies
Thanks for your interest in donating unused ostomy supplies. We are an entirely (part time) volunteer support organization and do not have people to pick up donations around the large Chicagoland area. Supply donations can be taken to one of the support group meetings. A contact person is listed for…
OAGC IN PERSON MEETINGS ON HOLD
To join a virtual meeting, sign up for our newsletter The New Outlook here. Or email uoachicago@comcast.net and request to be added to the email list. You will then be invited to opt-in to our meeting emails and virtual invitations/links.
Thoughts about the Regional Ostomy Conference
The Midwest Regional Ostomy Conference was held Nov. 8, 2014 at the Doubletree Hotel in Arlington Heights. The Conference was a VERY well attended one, with both participants and vendors from all over the country. We pride ourselves here in the Chicago area, as having one of the best ASG’s…
Some Basic Ostomy Hints
Don’t feel that having an ostomy makes you less of a person or some freak of nature. There are lots of us and most of us are glad to be alive. Build a support system of people to answer questions when you have a problem. Consider our ostomy nurses and…
Why Do I Need A Support Group?
Many times as a visitor we are asked by a patient, “Why do I need a support group?” Most of our members know how important support can be for a new ostomate. Even if someone is part of a strong supportive family, it is difficult to share fears, concerns, and…
