Fondation de la Greffe de Moelle Osseuse de l'Est du Québec
The Fondation de la Greffe de Moelle Osseuse de l'Est du Québec is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting people who have undergone bone marrow transplants. It also helps their families by offering a range of services. Founded on July 27, 1996, the foundation is recognized as a charitable organization by the Canada Revenue Agency and Revenu Québec. Its creation stemmed from the initiative of transplant recipients, their partners, and the medical team, aiming to improve the lives of those affected by a bone marrow transplant.
The Mission
The foundation’s mission is to support bone marrow transplant recipients and their families by offering free or low-cost services. It actively promotes stem cell donor registration, helping to increase the pool of potential donors. The foundation’s work is hands-on and aims to lighten the burden of illness for recipients, who must manage daily obligations in addition to coping with their health condition.
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of the foundation is composed of healthcare professionals, transplant recipients, and community members:
Dr. Pierre Drolet, President – Anesthesiologist, CHU de Québec
Lise Lemay, Vice-President – Transplant recipient and retired physician
Laurent Gaudreault, Treasurer – Detective sergeant
Suzanne Gagnon, Administrator – Co-owner of Laurie Raphaël
Marc Fradette, Administrator – Transplant recipient and retired lawyer
Pascal Bergeron, Administrator – Consultant for Biosimilars
Karine Tremblay, Administrator – Therapeutic specialist
Dr. Vincent Laroche, Administrator – Hematologist, CHU de Québec
Dr. Christopher Lemieux, Administrator – Hematologist, CHU de Québec
Services and Activities
The foundation offers a variety of services to recipients and their families, including support, information, and affordable accommodation. It organizes events, provides educational resources, and fosters community through partnerships, donor drives, and fundraising campaigns. In recognition of its unique lodging service for transplant recipients, the Québec Ministry of Health granted national recognition to the foundation ten years after its inception.
How to Get Involved
Support for the foundation can be provided in many ways, such as by making donations, becoming a partner, or volunteering. Those interested can find more information on how to give, get involved, or access services through the foundation’s website or by contacting them directly.
Contact Information
2375, Avenue de Vitré
Québec (Québec)
G1J 5B3
info@fondation-moelle-osseuse.org
Phone: 418 529-5580
Toll-free: 1 877 520-3466
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