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Continence Restored, Inc.

International. 8 affiliated groups. Founded 1984. Forum where persons with incontinence, their families and friends can express concerns and receive assistance. Disseminates information on bladder control. Phone support. Assistance in starting groups.
407 Strawberry Hill Ave.
Stamford, CT 06902
Voice: 203-348-0601
E-mail: as4young@optonline.net
Verified: 10/17/2011

Simon Foundation for Continence

National. Founded 1983. Support and advocacy for people suffering from incontinence. Newsletter, books, video, fact sheets, educational program called, 'I Will Manage'. and international conference series entitled Innovating for Continence.
Write:
Simon Foundation for Continence
P.O. Box 835
Wilmette, IL 60091
Voice: 1-800-237-4666
Fax: 847-864-9758
Website: http://www.simonfoundation.org
E-mail: cbgartley@simonfoundation.org or info@simonfoundation.org
Verified: 8/24/2011

The Pull-thru Network

International network. Founded 1988. Support and information for the families with children born with anorectal, colorectal or urogenital disorder and any of the associated diseases. Disorders include bladder exstrophy, imperforate anus, VATER/VACTERL association, anal stenosis, cloacal exstrophy and Hirschsprung's disease. Maintains a database for personal networking. Quarterly magazine, online discussion group, weekly chat for members, phone support and literature. Dues $30/year - can be waived upon request.
Write:
Pull-thru Network
2312 Savoy St.
Hoover, AL 35226
Voice: 205-978-2930
Website: http://www.pullthrunetwork.org
E-mail: ptnmail@charter.net
Verified: 1/26/2011

National Association For Continence (NAFC)

(BILINGUAL) National. Dedicated to improving the quality of life of people with incontinence by providing support and information about the causes, prevention, diagnosis, treatments and management alternatives for incontinence. Offers telephone support network, moderated message board and listserv. Newsletter, literature (some available in Spanish), regional conferences, information and referrals.
Write:
NAFC
P.O. Box 1019
Charleston, SC 29402
Voice: 1-800-252-3337
Fax: 843-377-0905
Website: http://www.nafc.org
E-mail: memberservices@nafc.org
Verified: 9/21/2011

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Last Updated: May 16, 2012
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