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My Mom is in need of colostomy supplies and can't afford them, where can she get ostomy supplies donated?

  • My mom had cancer of the colon and ended up with a colostomy 3 years ago. She needs supplies and can not afford them, and has no medical insurance now. She uses Hollister # 18142 (pouches) and # 14602 wafers. Also needs M9. (I don't know if other types wold work too????) She lives in Tacoma Washington. Does anyone know of a place that donates supplies to people who can't afford them? Thanks! Stefanie

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    Ok,there is a United Ostomy Association in Tacoma, Chapter 292 they usually meet in the Jackson Hall Auditorium at 314 Martin Luther King Way South, Tacoma Washington, across from Tacoma General Hospital You can call 253 841 1532 for information about this support group. Or email [email protected] But for now, there is something called, Ostomy Supply Loan Closet, and I would call there first and ask for some supplies The number is 253 265 3314 Good Luck and your are a fine daughter, for helping your Mother.

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Have your mom contact the Social Worker at the hospital where her doctor is. He/She should be able to help her. They have contacts and information we don't have. Also she should check on getting medicaid and medicare. She should qualify for medicare since she's had medical problems for the past 3 years. I wish you all the best. Take care.

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Try http://www.ostogroup.org/ - they're an organisation who will give those without insurance, ostomy supplies - all you pay is postage. Another way to get cheap supplies is E-Bay (believe it or not). Good luck.

Shaz

Contact Social Services.

tim g

call some churches or charities tell her to ask her doctor she needs to apply for a medical card through welfare

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