

What We Provide
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fellowship with an ostomy “family” 
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support and suggestions from local ostomates 
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valuable tips and “how-tos” from ostomates 
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the latest regarding Alternate Procedures 
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contact information for local ostomy clinics where WOCNs advise about the management and care of ostomies 
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contact information for local and national ostomy suppliers and manufacturers. 
 
Why Do We Meet?
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Our presence is encouragement to others. 
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No matter how long ago your surgery, no matter how many meetings you have attended, there’s always information to be gained. 
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Keep up on newer developments and hear the speakers who are invited with information pertinent to ostomates. 
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We may have questions and problems that can be asked and answered at the meeting or researched. 
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Give support and encouragement to the volunteers (leaders and trained visitors) and to each other. 
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Be role models for new ostomates to show an active life can continue. 
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See that many of those who were in trouble are now helping others. 
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Learn what’s new in management equipment. 
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Feel good with our peer support group. 
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Experience a sense of accomplishment and renew a positive attitude for life and fulfillment. 
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