Community Resources
We understand that our available resources might not be the right fit for you or your loved ones. Therefore, we want to provide you with trusted community resources to help support you during a cancer diagnosis.
Cancer Care Alberta
"Whether you are a patient, family member or caregiver, you can find information and resources to help you actively participate in your cancer care experience."
Wellspring Alberta
"Free programs designed to provide connection and belonging; ease pain, fatigue, and distress; build strength and mobility; and support financial and workplace challenges. Wellspring Alberta programs are available online, in your local community, over the phone, and in-person - meeting you where you are or where you feel most comfortable."
Look Good, Feel Better
"Helping people feel like themselves again. Join us for our complimentary workshops to learn how to manage the apperance-related impact of cancer and its treatment. Topics include Skincare & Cosmetics, Wigs & Hair Alternatives, Breast Forms & Garments, and a special workshop just for teens & men.".
Canadian Cancer Society
" We are a trusted source of information about all types of cancer." "At Canadian Caner Society, we are committed to improving and saving lives. That's why we are always looking for new ways to prevent cancer, find it early and treat it more successfully. It's why we're always ready to give people with cancer the help and support they need to lead more fulfilling lives."
Canadian Virtual Hospice
"We empower people affected by cancer
And those who support them — with practical tools, knowledge, and guidance to make work and recovery possible.."
"The Canadian Virtual Hospice provides support and personalized information about advanced illness, palliative care, loss and grief, to people living with illness, family members, people working in healthcare, educators, and researchers."
Cancer and Work
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Alberta Cancer Foundation
"The Alberta Cancer Foundation acts as a beacon of hope by empowering and uniting Albertans around a common purpose, investing in the future of cancer research and care, and ensuring no Albertan facing cancer walks alone. Together, we create more moments for more Albertans."
Kids Cancer Care
"Kids Cancer Care is one of only a handful of charities in North America dedicated to supporting the entire continuum of childhood cancer, fighting the disease on several fronts. Through laughter at camp, innovative science in the lab, enhanced care at the hospital, or brighter futures through education support and post-secondary scholarships."
Compassion House
"Sorrentino's Compassion House is a non-medical facility providing supportive accommodation for women facing cancer who must travel to Edmonton for their cancer care. We are also here for women in Edmonton who, because of the nature of their cancer treatments, must remain close to their hospital and doctor."