Record #:
MHH0383
Last Full Update:
18 Oct 2023
Memos and Bulletins
Public Comments |
At this time, all programs are available online. |
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 |
Agency Information
Description (Agency) |
Wellspring is a network of community-based support centres offering programs and services for people living with cancer, as well as for those who care for them |
Legal Status |
(50) Non Profit |
Established |
July 2000 |
Primary Executive |
Christina Smith, Chief Executive Officer; Phone: 416-961-1928; Email: christina.smith@wellspring.ca |
Alternate Executive |
Judi Perry Brinkert, Chief Mission Officer; Phone: 905-257-1988 ext 205; Email: judi@wellspring.ca |
Funding |
Donations |
Description and Service Details
Description (Service) |
Centre provides emotional, psychological, rehabilitative, practical and informational support for cancer patients, their families and caregivers * offers over 40 professionally-led programs, registered and drop-ins, available free of charge, including peer support, group support, counseling, cancer exercise, Nourish (cancer specific nutrition), coping strategies, resource library, community links, educational series and the Money Matters Resource Centre * onsite childcare is available for those participating in programs * transportation services is provided free of charge to members by volunteer drivers * no referral is necessary * refer to the website for other locations * check program schedule for in-person, online and telephone support programs * volunteer opportunities available
Support groups include:- breast, lymphoma, myeloma, prostate, and metastatic cancer support groups
- family programming * parents' support group * children's support group
- bereavement support group
- pediatric oncology networking and education (PONE)
- peer support is available via telephone * email dawn@wellsping.ca to book an appointment
- visit Well on the Web for all programs listing
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Hours |
Vary per program * check program details for time, location and registration * Administration: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm |
Areas Served |
Halton Region ; Mississauga |
Boundaries |
Halton Region and Mississauga |
Eligibility |
Cancer patients, their families and caregivers |
Application |
Medical referral not required * appointment or registration is required for some programs |
Languages |
English |
Fees |
None |
Categories and Classification
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