Terms & Conditions.
Welcome to The OCPD Foundation!
These are the terms and conditions for:
By using the website, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions and our privacy policy. In these terms and conditions, the words "website" refers to The OCPD Foundation website, "we", "us", "our" and "The OCPD Foundation" refers to The OCPD Foundation and "user", "you" and “your" refers to you, the user of The OCPD Foundation.
The following terms and conditions apply to the website offered by The OCPD Foundation. This includes the mobile and tablet versions as well as any other version of The OCPD Foundation accessible via desktop, mobile, tablet, social media or other devices.
READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING OR OBTAINING ANY INFORMATION FROM THE OCPD FOUNDATION.
1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
This agreement sets forth legally binding terms for your use of The OCPD Foundation. By using the website, you agree to be bound by this agreement. If you do not agree to the terms of this agreement, you must not use the website. We may modify this agreement from time to time, and such modification shall be effective upon posting on the website. You agree to be bound by any modifications to these terms and conditions when you use the website after such modification is posted on the website; therefore, it is important that you review this agreement regularly.
The website is available for all ages. It is the responsibility of parents and legal guardians to determine whether use of the website or any of the content available on the website is appropriate for their child or ward.
The OCPD Foundation may, in its sole discretion, refuse to offer the website to any entity or user and change its eligibility criteria at any time. This provision is void where prohibited by law and the right to access the service and the website is revoked in such jurisdictions.
By using the website, you represent and warrant that you have the full right, power and authority to enter into this agreement and to fully perform all of your obligations hereunder. You further represent and warrant that you are under no legal disability or contractual restriction that prevents you from entering into this agreement.
2. NEWSLETTER
By providing The OCPD Foundation with your email address, you agree that we may use your email address to send you important notifications and communications about our organization, news and special content. If you do not wish to receive these emails, you may opt-out of receiving them by sending us your request through our contact information or by using the "unsubscribe" option in the emails themselves. This option may prevent you from receiving emails about our organization, important news and special content.
3. DONATIONS
We appreciate your interest in supporting our mission to provide help to people coping with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), advance research in this field, and decrease the stigma associated with mental illness. Your contribution is critical to achieving these goals and making a positive impact on the lives of those struggling with OCD and similar conditions.
All donations received through our website will be used exclusively to fund projects and activities related to our mission. This includes, but is not limited to:
Supporting People with OCD: Funds raised will be used to provide resources, support services and accessible treatment programs to those affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder. We seek to improve their quality of life and provide them with tools to effectively manage their condition.
Research: Your generosity will support research studies focused on better understanding the biological, psychological and social aspects of OCD. We are committed to advancing knowledge in this field, which will enable us to develop more effective treatments and enrich the overall understanding of mental illness.
Stigma Reduction: We believe in the importance of combating the stigma surrounding mental illness, including OCD. Donated funds will go towards public awareness and education campaigns, with the goal of fostering a more informed, empathetic and inclusive society.
By making a donation through our website, you agree and understand that your funds will be allocated according to the above principles.
Please note that because the organization operates as an LLC and NOT a 501(c)(3) organization, your donation will not be tax deductible.
4. SHOPPING ON THE WEBSITE (MERCHANDISE)
Users will be able to purchase merchandise on the website. By placing an order, you offer to purchase the products for the price advertised and indicated on the website at the time of purchase. Please check the specifications and variants of the products before placing your order.
When a user places an order, the OCPD Foundation will send an email in order to confirm the purchase and payment. This confirmation email will be produced automatically so that the user has confirmation of their purchase and order details.
We reserve the right to limit the number of units purchased by each user. The OCPD Foundation also reserves the right to limit sales of our products by region or jurisdiction.
The OCPD Foundation may cancel any order and not supply products if it is reasonable to do so and may change or discontinue the availability of products at any time at its sole discretion. If an order is cancelled, payments made for the products will be refunded in full. This does not affect your statutory rights.
All new orders are considered separately and are treated individually.
5. MEMBERSHIP
We appreciate your interest in joining our community dedicated to promoting excellence in the delivery of therapeutic services and advancement in the field of mental health. Below are important details about your annual membership:
Benefits of Membership: By becoming a member of our organization, you will have access to a variety of benefits designed to support your professional development and strengthen your therapeutic skills. These benefits may include, but are not limited to:
Access to exclusive resources, such as educational materials, research and clinical tools.
Participation in events, workshops and conferences organized by our organization.
Networking opportunities with other therapists and professionals in the mental health field.
Annual Dues: Membership in our organization requires the payment of an annual fee. This fee contributes to the maintenance of the services and resources we offer to our members, as well as to the continued support of our organization's mission in the field of mental health.
Membership Renewal: Your membership will automatically renew each year unless you choose to cancel it with advance notice before the expiration date. We will send you timely reminders to inform you about the renewal date and the steps to follow to continue being part of our community.
Membership Cancellation: If you decide to cancel your membership, we ask that you do so before the expiration date to avoid automatic renewal and the corresponding charge. No refunds will be given for membership periods that have already begun.
Responsible Use of Resources: By accessing resources and participating in events provided by our organization, you agree to use them in an ethical and professional manner. We respect the confidentiality of shared information and expect all members to do the same.
6. PAYMENTS
Products, donations and membership fees will be paid by the following payment methods:
Credit/debit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Amex, Diners, etc.)
PayPal
Payments will be processed through our payment processors Stripe and PayPal. The user must pay the price of the product stipulated in the order before the product is shipped. Payment will be charged to the user's credit/debit card or PayPal account immediately after placing the order for the product(s) purchased. In the case of therapist memberships, the fee will be billed annually on each billing date. Donations will be charged during the donation process on the website. Once the transaction is processed, we will send an electronic receipt of the transaction to the user's email address.
If you find any inconsistency in your billing, please contact us through our contact information or you can make the claim through the customer service of the corresponding payment processor.
If your card is declined, you will receive an error message. No payment will be charged to your card and no order will be processed. There may be a pending transaction on your account until your card issuing bank withdraws the authorization. This usually takes 2 to 5 business days. Your card may be declined for various reasons such as insufficient funds, AVS (Address Verification System) mismatch or you have entered an incorrect security code.
If your payment is declined, you must provide an alternative payment method or provide another card where payment can be charged and processed.
Your payment information will be treated and kept with total security and with the exclusive purpose of processing the purchase of products, donations and membership fee for therapists. The OCPD Foundation reserves the right to contract any payment processor available in the market.
7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
The information contained in our website is for purely informational and educational purposes. It should not be construed as a definitive medical or psychological diagnosis. It is intended to provide general knowledge about OCD and suggestions for managing symptoms effectively.
The information provided on the website is not intended to replace diagnosis, treatment or advice from a qualified mental health professional. Each person is unique and may require an individualized approach to care and treatment. If you are dealing with OCD or other mental health concerns, we urge you to seek the guidance of an appropriately trained mental health professional.
Any action you take based on the information provided on our website is at your own risk. We are not responsible for any decisions you may make regarding your mental health based on the information presented on the website.
We always recommend that you consult with a mental health professional before making changes to your current treatment plan or implementing any advice suggested on the website. Your mental health professional is in the best position to assess your individual needs and provide personalized guidance.
It is important to keep in mind that the experiences of people with OCD can vary widely. What works for one person may not be right for another. The information on the website is offered as general suggestions and not as a one-size-fits-all approach.
In summary, our intent is to provide helpful and educational information about OCD and its management, but we are not responsible for the decisions you make based on this information. Always seek the advice of a qualified mental health professional to address your specific concerns.
8. COPYRIGHT
All materials on The OCPD Foundation, including, without limitation, names, logos, trademarks, images, text, columns, graphics, videos, photographs, illustrations, software and other elements are protected by copyrights, trademarks and/or other intellectual property rights owned and controlled by The OCPD Foundation or by third parties that have licensed or otherwise provided their material to the website. You acknowledge and agree that all materials on The OCPD Foundation are made available for limited, non-commercial, personal use only. Except as specifically provided herein. No material may be copied, reproduced, republished, sold, downloaded, posted, transmitted, or distributed in any way, or otherwise used for any purpose, by any person or entity, without The OCPD Foundation prior express written permission. You may not add, delete, distort, or otherwise modify the material. Any unauthorized attempt to modify any material, to defeat or circumvent any security features, or to utilize The OCPD Foundation or any part of the material for any purpose other than its intended purposes is strictly prohibited.
9. COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT
The OCPD Foundation will respond to all inquiries, complaints and claims regarding alleged infringement for failure to comply with or violation of the provisions contained in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). The OCPD Foundation respects the intellectual property of others, and expects users to do the same. If you believe, in good faith, that any material provided on or in connection with the website infringes your copyright or other intellectual property right, please send us your copyright infringement request pursuant to Section 512 of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), via our contact information, with the following information:
Identification of the intellectual property right that is allegedly infringed. All relevant registration numbers or a statement regarding ownership of the work should be included.
A statement that specifically identifies the location of the infringing material, in sufficient detail so that The OCPD Foundation can find it on the website.
Your name, address, telephone number and email address.
A statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the use of the allegedly infringing material is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agents, or by law.
A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notification is accurate, and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on its behalf.
An electronic or physical signature of the copyright owner or of the person authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf.
10. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
The content and information available on the website (including, but not limited to, data, information, text, music, sound, photos, graphics, video, maps, icons or other material), as well as the infrastructure used to provide such Content and information, is proprietary to The OCPD Foundation or licensed to The OCPD Foundation by third parties. For all content other than your content, you agree not to otherwise modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell or re-sell any information or software obtained from or through the website. In addition, the following activities are prohibited:
Access, monitor, reproduce, distribute, transmit, broadcast, display, sell, license, copy or otherwise exploit any content of the website, including but not limited to, using any robot, spider, scraper or other automated means or any manual process for any purpose not in accordance with this agreement or without our express written permission.
Violate the restrictions in any robot exclusion headers on the website or bypass or circumvent other measures employed to prevent or limit access to the website.
Take any action that imposes, or may impose, in our discretion, an unreasonable or disproportionately large load on our infrastructure.
Deep-link to any portion of the website for any purpose without our express written permission.
"Frame", "mirror" or otherwise incorporate any part of the website into any other websites or service without our prior written authorization.
Attempt to modify, translate, adapt, edit, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any software programs used by The OCPD Foundation.
Circumvent, disable or otherwise interfere with security-related features of the website.
11. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
Because of the nature of the Internet The OCPD Foundation provides and maintains the website on an "as is", "as available" basis and makes no promise that use of the website will be uninterrupted or entirely error free. We are not responsible to you if we are unable to provide our website for any reason beyond our control.
Our website may from time to time contain links to other websites which are not under the control of and are not maintained by us. These links are provided for your convenience only and we are not responsible for the content of those sites.
Except as provided above we can give no other warranties, conditions or other terms, express or implied, statutory or otherwise and all such terms are hereby excluded to the maximum extent permitted by law.
You will be responsible for any breach of these terms by you and if you use the website in breach of these terms you will be liable to and will reimburse The OCPD Foundation for any loss or damage caused as a result.
The OCPD Foundation will not be liable in any amount for failure to perform any obligation under this agreement if such failure is caused by the occurrence of any unforeseen event beyond its reasonable control including without limitation Internet outages, communications outages, fire, flood, war or act of God.
These terms do not affect your statutory rights as a consumer which are available to you.
Subject as aforesaid, to the maximum extent permitted by law, The OCPD Foundation excludes liability for any loss or damage of any kind howsoever arising, including without limitation any direct, indirect or consequential loss whether or not such arises out of any problem you notify to The OCPD Foundation and The OCPD Foundation shall have no liability to pay any money by way of compensation, including without limitation all liability in relation to:
Any incorrect or inaccurate information on the website.
The infringement by any person of any Intellectual Property Rights of any third party caused by their use of the website.
Any loss or damage resulting from your use or the inability to use the website or resulting from unauthorized access to, or alteration of your transmissions or data in circumstances which are beyond our control.
Any loss of profit, wasted expenditure, corruption or destruction of data or any other loss which does not directly result from something we have done wrong.
Any amount or kind of loss or damage due to viruses or other malicious software that may infect a user's computer equipment, software, data or other property caused by persons accessing or using content from the website or from transmissions via emails or attachments received from The OCPD Foundation.
All representations, warranties, conditions and other terms which but for this notice would have effect.
12. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to defend and indemnify The OCPD Foundation from and against any claims, causes of action, demands, recoveries, losses, damages, fines, penalties or other costs or expenses of any kind or nature including but not limited to reasonable legal and accounting fees, brought by third parties as a result of:
Your breach of this agreement or the documents referenced herein.
Your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.
Your use of the website.
13. CHANGES AND TERMINATION
We may modify the website and these terms at any time, at our sole discretion and without notice. You are responsible for keeping yourself informed of these terms. Your continued use of the website constitutes your acceptance of any changes to these terms and any changes will supersede all previous versions of the terms. Unless otherwise specified, all changes to these terms apply to all users and clients. In addition, we may terminate our agreement with you under these terms at any time by notifying you in writing (including by email) or without notice.
14. INTEGRATION CLAUSE
This agreement together with the privacy policy and any other legal notices published by The OCPD Foundation, shall constitute the entire agreement between you and The OCPD Foundation concerning and governs your use of the website.
15. DISPUTES
The user agrees that any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to these terms and conditions, or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation or validity thereof or the use of the website, shall be resolved by binding arbitration between the user and The OCPD Foundation, provided that each party retains the right to bring an individual action in a court of competent jurisdiction.
In the event of a dispute arising in connection with the use of the website or the breach of these conditions, the parties agree to submit their dispute to arbitration resolution before a reputable arbitration organization as mutually agreed by the parties and in accordance with applicable commercial arbitration rules.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree that you will not file, join or participate in any class action lawsuit in connection with any claim, dispute or controversy that may arise in connection with your use of the website.
The courts of the United States, specifically the courts located in the State of (Wyoming), shall have jurisdiction over any dispute, controversy or claim relating to The OCPD Foundation and its business operations. Any such dispute or controversy shall be brought and resolved in the courts of the United States, specifically the courts located in the State of (Wyoming).
16. FINAL PROVISIONS
These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the United States. Use of the website is unauthorized in any jurisdiction that does not give effect to all of the provisions of these terms and conditions.
Our performance of these terms is subject to existing laws and legal process, and nothing contained in these terms limits our right to comply with law enforcement or other governmental or legal requests or requirements relating to your use of our website or information provided to or gathered by us with respect to such use.
If any part of these terms is found to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions will not in any way be affected or impaired. Our failure or delay in enforcing any provision of these terms at any time does not waive our right to enforce the same or any other provision(s) hereof in the future.
Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved.
17. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have questions or concerns about these terms and conditions, please contact us using the contact information below:
The OCPD Foundation.
Email: info@ocpd.org