The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association of Halton & Hamilton-Wentworth is a charitable organization registered with Revenue Canada.  The Association was established in 1991.

Role of the M.E. Association:

SUPPORT SERVICES

• drop-in resource center
• information telephone line providing individual callers with support, information and suggestions
• running local support groups
• maintaining a library of resource material

RAISING PUBLIC AWARENESS

• distribution of information pamphlets
• publication of bi-annual newsletter & other bulletins
• public speaking engagements
• information packages sent on request
• media attention
• public speakers

DATABASE INFORMATION

• collecting permissible data on people with M.E./CFS for statistical purposes

LIAISON WITH THE MEDICAL COMMUNITY

• supplying medical information packages
• providing medical updates to interested physicians
• sponsoring lectures by experts on M.E./CFS
• assisting with research studies and surveys

LIAISON WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS

• sharing information and newsletters with other M.E./CFS organizations
• communication with other health organizations in the area

GOAL FOR THE FUTURE

• to work with local health care authorities to establish a multi-disciplinary clinic to provide optimal medical care to people with M.E./CFS

The M.E. Association is run solely by volunteers affected by M.E./CFS.  We rely on private donations to fund our services.  Please consider supporting our work with a tax deductible donation.

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Last modified: February 13, 2003