Connect with a Certified Ostomy Visitor for Personalized Support Post-Surgery
Patient & Self-Referral Available!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.
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.
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.