This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.

Community Corner

Carroll Hospital Center holding monthly support group for ostomy patients

Ostomy patients wanting a supportive atmosphere to share their experiences and receive information and helpful advice are encouraged to participate in Carroll Hospital Center’s monthly ostomy support group.

Held every second Wednesday of the month (except in August) from 7 to 8 p.m. in the hospital’s Outpatient Center, the sessions are open to anyone with an ostomy, including a colostomy, ileostomy, urostomy or ileal loop.  During sessions, attendees can share their feelings, participate in educational discussions and gain valuable support from others facing the same challenges.  Family and friends are welcome to attend.

The sessions are free and no registration is required.  For more information, please call 410-871-7000.

Find out what's happening in Eldersburgwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

Carroll Hospital Center is a nonprofit, acute care facility offering the latest in medical technology, experienced medical professionals in a variety of specialties and a continuum of programs and services to meet the needs of the community.

###

Find out what's happening in Eldersburgwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here

The views expressed in this post are the author's own. Want to post on Patch?

More from Eldersburg