About us
BFO-Durham Covid -19 update
PLEASE NOTE:
As of January 31st 2022 we will be allowed 10 people inside. Therefore we will go back to the in house drop-ins
This office is still open but with limitations on number of people allowed inside taking personal space into consideration. PLEASE CALL 905-579-4293 should you need support.
effective July 21st 2021
The office will now be OPEN for in person meetings.
Please phone Monday to Thursday between 10am and 3pm if you need help.
Please note:
• No entry to anyone experiencing any Covid -19 related symptoms
• Only 1 or 2 people from the same household can visit per appointment
• Social distancing rules will still apply. All persons should maintain at least a 2 metre distance from each other
• All visitors please use hand sanitizer upon entering the office
• The washroom, kitchen area and Library will remain closed
• Door handles etc. will be disinfected between appointments
THANK YOU AND STAY SAFE
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Welcome to Bereaved Families of Ontario - Durham Region
Bereaved Families of Ontario–Durham Region is a non-profit organization which has been supporting families in the Durham Region for 25 years.
This organization provides support programs to bereaved parents, young adults and teens. These programs offer support where bereaved individuals can learn to live with their grief, decrease their sense of isolation and help adapt to everyday living.
BFO-Durham facilitates the development of self-help/mutual aid support services and resources for families with a unique focus on the death of a child.
What you can expect at your first visit
Newly bereaved parents are often apprehensive to contact us as they do not know what to expect. When you first contact us by phone, Jane Carter, our Executive Director will put you at ease, assuring you that we can help. She may ask a few questions, but she will especially listen to you. Should you decide to visit in our office, she will further explain what to expect; it is important to note that our services are free to all members.
BFO-Durham Region is located at
948 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa, Ontario L1G 4W2
- We are located immediately south of the Shell Station.
- Accessible parking and building facilities are available for people with disabilities.
- For further information please contact us:
- by completing the on-line contact us form
- or via e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- or by phone at 905-579-4293 / 800-387-4870
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Upcoming Events
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Raffle for hand-made Knitted XL Blanket Tickets are $5 ea or 5 for $20
contact the office or email/e-transfer to Adele -my email address can be found in our newsletter. (please provide your name & contact telephone number)The draw will take place during the Spring Dance in April 2022 (this is to enable plenty of time/opportunity to raise funds)
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