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Alternate Name |
CV19 ; OCR |
Public Comments |
Centre temporarily closed due to renovations, COVID19 (20 Apr 2020). |
Located In Community |
Orleans |
Address & Map |
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Intersection |
Belcourt St and St Joseph Blvd |
Bus Route Notes |
OC Transpo OC Travel Planner or Route Timetable |
Physical Access |
Not Accessible |
Parking |
Free parking |
Description (Service) |
Support and practical assistance to anyone facing a difficult pregnancy * emotional and spiritual support * follow-up care * guidance after the birth of the child * support for those suffering from the loss of a child through miscarriage, abortion or infant death Free pregnancy tests * maternity clothes * clothes for babies and children up to size 4 * assistance given to mothers who are having difficulties adjusting after birth * assistance is available for as long as necessary * emergency assistance with diapers, baby formula and baby food |
Hours |
COVID19: Centre is closed. |
Areas Served |
Ottawa (City of) - and area |
Eligibility |
Pregnant women and mothers of all ages. Those suffering from the loss of a child through abortion, miscarriages or infant death. All family members affected by the above situations. |
Application |
Call for more information or to make an appointment. |
Languages |
English ; French |
Fees |
None |
Service Categories |
Baby Clothing ; Bereavement Counselling ~ Infant Mortality Issues ; Bereavement Counselling ~ Parents ; Bereavement Counselling ~ Sudden Infant Death Syndrome ; Maternity Clothing ; Postabortion Counselling ; Pregnancy Testing ; Pro-Life Pregnancy Counselling ; Right to Life Groups |
Waiting List |
No, but may have to wait a few days for an appointment |
Office Phone |
613-830-8623 |
E-Mail |
centremiriamcentre@yahoo.ca |
Website |
www.miriamcentre.ca |
Primary Contact |
Christine Dacquay, Public Relations |
Alternate Contact |
Nicole Beaudin, Finance Officer |
Primary Executive |
Sister Rita Lacelle, Executive Director |
Established |
1988 |
Funding |
Fundraising ; Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 119042091 RR0001 |
Elections |
The Board of Directors is elected. |
Print Material |
Pamphlets * Newsletter |
Resources |
Website, books, videos and DVDs on prenatal development, pregnancy, miscarriage and the dangers of abortion. These resources are used at the Centre. |
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