Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America - New England Chapter
280 Hillside Avenue
Needham, MA 02494
Toll Free: (800) 314-3459
Fax: (781) 449-0325
Web Site: http://www.ccfa.org/chapters/ne
Information Specialist: Kristin Patmos
E-mail: Kpatmos@ccfa.org
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM
Organization: Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America - New England Chapter is working to cure Chrohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these intestinal diseases through education and supportive services.
Additional Locations: None.
Population(s) Served: All
Language(s):
Services:
- Support Groups - Groups offer an opportunity to share experiences about life with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Trained volunteers facilitate each group. Call to find the group nearest you
- Patient Network - Via the telephone and e-mail, trained volunteers help those that need one-on-one support through difficult times
- Volunteers are matched closely with a person's individual circumstances
- Education - Host to annual medical symposia for patients, family members, physicians and health care professionals. Programs provide attendees an opportunity to interact with leading researchers and physicians on breakthrough treatments, research and coping skills. For specific dates, check Web site at http://www.ccfa.org.
Provides educational and support materials for physicians, patients and health care professionals.
Eligibility/Criteria/Enrollment: No information.
Fees: No fee for Informational & Referral services. Fee for membership of CCFA, which includes discounts on newsletters and books.
CCFA-NE last responded to our request for an update on 6/1/2010.
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