Record #:
MHH0415
Last Full Update:
18 Jul 2025
Agency Information
| Legal Status |
(50) Non Profit |
| Established |
2004 |
| Primary Executive |
Jules (Juliette) Royer, Support Group Leader |
| Funding |
Donations |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) |
Community-based, non-charitable organization that provides information and support to myeloma patients, family and caregivers in the Halton, Peel and Hamilton region * myeloma is a rare cancer of the bone marrow affecting the production of red cells, white cells and platelets, and can lead to anemia, infections, renal failure, bone damage and pain
Services include:- Support: nine scheduled meetings that provide opportunity for sharing experience and the time to socialize, peer to peer support
- Education: guest presenters who are myeloma and healthcare specialists
- Advocacy: bring awareness to myeloma, and to inform the local community of patient treatment challenges
|
| Hours |
Mon-Fri after 5pm * weekends 10am-7pm |
| Areas Served |
Halton Region ; Hamilton (City of) ; Peel Region |
| Boundaries |
Hamilton, Halton Region, and Peel Region |
| Eligibility |
People and family who are affected by Myeloma |
| Application |
Not required |
| Languages |
English |
| Fees |
None |
Site Information
| Site Location |
Oakville (River Oaks) |
| Located In Community |
Oakville |
| Address & Map |
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| Intersection |
Sixth Line and Dundas St W |
| Physical Access |
Fully Accessible |
Categories and Classification
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