Connect with a Certified Ostomy Visitor for Personalized Support Post-Surgery

Patient & Self-Referral Available!
Ostomy Visitor Request form
Program Information
OSTOMY VISITOR PROGRAM

Request An Ostomy Visitor!

Have you, or someone under your care, recently undergone ostomy or j-pouch surgery? Engage directly with a Certified Ostomy Visitor for specialized support. Our visiting coordinators facilitate both self-referrals and patient referrals, providing a thoughtful pairing with a visitor who has undergone similar surgical experiences and shares a comparable demographic background—whether it be ileostomy, colostomy, urostomy, j-pouch, or reversal. This personalized interaction offers customized advice and support, aiding in your recovery process.

Ostomy Visitor Request Form

Patient Information
Surgical Information
Patient Status
Referral Type
Contact Info for referring Medical Professional (if applicable)

About The Ostomy Visitor Program

What is the Ostomy Visitor Program?

The Ostomy Visitor Program supports individuals undergoing or considering ostomy or j-pouch surgery. Certified Calgary Ostomy Society volunteers visit, offering emotional support, sharing knowledge, and providing positive experiences to help individuals regain confidence in their physical, social, and economic lives.

Who Are the Visitors?

Visitors are members of the Calgary Ostomy Society, who are trained and certified under Ostomy Canada Society’s Visitor Training Program, and have passed a Police Information Check. They come from diverse backgrounds but share the experience of living with an ostomy or j-pouch.

Types of Visits

  • Preop and postop visits
  • Home, hospital, or online visits
  • Visits for temporary ostomies, J-pouch surgery, and terminal illness
  • Support for children and families

Confidentiality

All visits and shared information are kept confidential.

Request a Visitor

Referrals come through hospital staff, physicians, NSWOC nurses, or individuals themselves. Contact the Visitor Coordinator to request a visit via the Ostomy Visitor Request Form.

Missed Visits

Surgical recovery can be a difficult process. Should you request a visitor and miss the call or are unable to engage in conversation, kindly submit a new request. Our dedicated volunteers are available to provide support at your earliest convenience.

Become a Visitor

Calgary Ostomy Society members interested in becoming certified visitors can contact us for more information. Police clearance and active membership with Calgary Ostomy are required.