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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OCR0973 | Last Full Update: 16 Apr 2019 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | OCR |
| Former Name | Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (2017) ; CBCF (2017) |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Ottawa |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Metcalfe St and Albert St |
| Bus Route Notes | OC Transpo OC Travel Planner or Route Timetable |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Parking | Pay parking |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | Services for cancer patients, their families and the general public Cancer Information Specialists: One-on-one information on cancer and cancer-related topics for cancer patients, their families, general public, and health professionals Information on all types of cancer: Prevention and early detection * treatments * drugs and clinical trials * complementary therapies * emotional and financial support * nutrition * statistics * help in local communities * information about being tested * preparing for or coping with treatments * managing recovery or recurrence * supporting someone who is living with cancer Transportation: Assistance with transportation to help patients get to their cancer-specific treatments when they are unable to get there on their own Peer Support: Connects people to a trained volunteer (survivor or caregiver) by telephone or in person * all calls are confidential Wig Salon: Free wigs for cancer patients losing their hair due to chemotherapy Prevention: Information at health fairs and presentations about cancer prevention and cancer related topics at no charge Smokers' Helpline: Information and counselling to smokers who want to quit, those who have quit and need support, and those who want to help a friend or family member quit and especially to those who have no intention of quitting * this toll-free telephone support line and a series of self-help books form an integrated approach called One Step At A Time |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
| Areas Served | Ontario |
| Eligibility | Cancer patients, their families and friends * Transportation program: Individuals undergoing active treatment, or within their first year after registration. |
| Application | Call for more information |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Service Categories | Biological and Life Sciences Research ~ Cancer ; Disease/Disability Information ~ Cancer ; Fundraising Campaigns ~ Cancer ; Health Related Advocacy Groups ~ Cancer ; Health/Disability Related Counselling ~ Cancer ; Medical Information Services ~ Cancer ; Non-Emergency Medical Transportation ~ Cancer ; Peer to Peer Networking ~ Cancer ; Smoking/Vaping Cessation ; Specialized Information and Referral ~ Cancer |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-723-1744 ; Peer support/Cancer Information Specialists, toll free 1-888-939-3333 ; Transportation Service 1-800-263-6750 |
| TTY Phone | 1-866-786-3934 |
| Fax | 613-723-8967 |
| ottawa@ontario.cancer.ca | |
| Website | www.cancer.ca |
| Social Media |  |
| Other Details | |
| Established | 1939 |
| Funding | Fundraising ; Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 118829803 RR0001 |
| Elections | The Board of Directors is appointed. |
| Print Material | Pamphlets * information packages |
| Resources | Website |
| Accreditation | No |