Resources for our patients
Amputee resources
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Amputee coalition
Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for amputees and their families, improving patient care and preventing limb loss.
Brain injury resources
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Brain Injury Association of America
Serving and representing individuals, families and professionals touched by traumatic brain injury.
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Brain Injury Association of Louisiana
Serving and representing individuals and families touched by brain injury and/or spinal cord injury in the state of Louisiana.
Cancer resources
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American Cancer Society
Provides support nationally and locally for those with cancer, their family and friends throughout all stages of recovery.
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CancerCare
Provides professional support services and information to help manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer.
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Cancer.net
Brings the expertise and resources of American Society of Clinical Oncology, with support from the Conquer Cancer Foundation, to people living with cancer and their caregivers, to help them make informed health care decisions.
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National Cancer Institute
Provides information on cancer research, cancer news and events, trainings and online resources for individuals with cancer and their loved ones.
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National Comprehensive Cancer Network
A not-for-profit alliance of 30 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research and education. Provides cancer treatment information in easy-to-understand language.
Cardiac resources
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American Heart Association
800.AHA.USA1
Non-profit organization that funds cardiovascular medical research and educates consumers on healthy living in an effort to reduce disability and deaths caused by cardiovascular disease and stroke.
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AHA Mended Hearts Support Group
888-HEART99
Non-profit organization that offers the gift of hope to heart disease patients, and their families and caregivers.
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American Diabetes Association
800.342.2383
Non-profit organization that educates the public about diabetes and funds research to manage, cure and prevent diabetes.
Spinal cord injury resources
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Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation
Dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by advancing innovative research and improving quality of life for individuals and families impacted by paralysis.
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National Spinal Cord Injury Association
Provides active lifestyle, peer support and advocacy information that empowers people living with spinal cord injuries and disorders to achieve their highest potential.
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Paralyzed Veterans of America
Veterans’ service organization dedicated solely to serving the needs of veterans with spinal cord injury or dysfunction.
Stroke/Neurological Resources
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National Stroke Association
Non-profit organization working to reduce the incidence and impact of stroke by delivering education and programs focused on prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and support for all impacted by stroke.
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Guillain-Barre Syndrome Foundation International
Provides emotional support and assistance to people affected by this rare peripheral nervous system disease.
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The Transverse Myelitis Association
Advocates for those who have rare neuroimmunologic diseases, including Transverse Myelitis.
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Non-profit organization that funds research, advocates for social and political change, provides education and sponsors services that help people with multiple sclerosis and their families.
Caregiver resources
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National Alliance for Caregiving
Non-profit organization focusing on advancing family caregiving through research, innovation and advocacy.
Additional Resources
During your stay, you and your family will also receive information about Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital support groups and other local resources.
If you have questions or need assistance finding a support group matching your specific needs, please speak with a member of your treatment team or learn more about our support groups.
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