| Organization: | Canadian Cancer Society - Ottawa | ||
| Toll-Free: | 1-888-939-3333 * to donate 1-800-268-8874 | ||
| Teletype: | 1-866-786-3934 | ||
| Fax: | 613-723-8967 | ||
| Email: | ottawa@ontario.cancer.ca | ||
| Website: | www.cancer.ca | ||
| Address: |
116 Albert St, Suite 500 Ottawa, ON K1P 5G3 |
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| Intersection: | Metcalfe St and Albert St | ||
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Wheelchair Accessible
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| Hours: | Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm | ||
| Service Description: |
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 |
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| Fees: | None | ||
| Application: | Call for more information | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | Cancer patients, their families and friends * Transportation program: Individuals undergoing active treatment, or within their first year after registration. | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Canada | ||
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This information was last completely updated on: 6-19-2025 |
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