District Support Network for Ostomates
District Support Network for Ostomates
Funding Category
BaseLine Allocations
Service Types
Rehabilitation and Aftercare Services - Services for the Occupationally Injured & the Chronically Ill
Funding Period
2024 - 2025
Project Code
RSPB-20-7764
Agency Name
Hong Kong Stoma Association Limited
Project Name
District Support Network for Ostomates
District
Territory-wide
Approved Allocation
HK$280,245
Project Detail
The service provides out-reaching service to the ostomates through five regional networks so that those living in remote areas and having low physical mobility can also be served. Regional ostomate leaders are identified and trained to pay home visits, render stoma care and emotional support, and answer telephone enquiries.