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Perfection of hope : a soul transformed by critical illness

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Simpson, Elizabeth. [Toronto, ON]: Macfarlane Walter & Ross , 1997.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 S611 1997

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Alternate Title: Perfection of hope : a journey back to health

Author: Simpson, Elizabeth

Place of Publication: [Toronto, ON]

Publisher: Macfarlane Walter & Ross

Publication Date: 1997

Physical Description: ix, 229 p. ; 21 cm.

Subjects: Hope; Neoplasms; Lung Neoplasms; Spirituality; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

ISBN: 1551990083; 1551990164

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr; Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 S611 1997

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Alternative medicine : a critical assessment of 150 modalities

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Ernst, Edzard. Cham, Switzerland: Springer Nature Switzerland AG , 2019.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WB890 E71 2019

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

Though this book is a reference text aimed at guiding consumers through the maze of Alternative Medicine, it can be useful resource for clinicians as well. The book is divided into 150 short chapters, each dedicated to one therapy or diagnostic method. Seven points are raised to assist patient in d…

Author: Ernst, Edzard

Place of Publication: Cham, Switzerland

Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Publication Date: 2019

Physical Description: xiv, 312 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Subjects: Complementary Therapies; Treatment Outcome; Evidence-Based Medicine; Popular Work

Abstract: Though this book is a reference text aimed at guiding consumers through the maze of Alternative Medicine, it can be useful resource for clinicians as well. The book is divided into 150 short chapters, each dedicated to one therapy or diagnostic method. Seven points are raised to assist patient in decision making, or at least, raise questions about the method, based on evidence. See sections 11.1 for Alternative Cancer cures; 11.7 Cancer diets.

ISBN: 9783030126001

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WB890 E71 2019

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Supportive care framework : a foundation for person-centred care

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[Toronto, ON]: , 2008.

Audience: Professional

Call Number: WY161 S959 2008

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Editor: Fitch, Margaret I; Porter, Heather B; Page, Beverley D

Place of Publication: [Toronto, ON]

Publication Date: 2008

Physical Description: 143 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Neoplasms - nursing; Adaptation, Psychological; Models, Organizational; Needs Assessment; Oncology Nursing; Patient Care Team; Social Support; Models, Nursing; Patient-Centered Care

ISBN: 9780973807325

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Professional

Location: Vancouver Library; Victoria Library

Call Number: WY161 S959 2008

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Share the care : how to organize a group to care for someone who is seriously ill

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Capossela, Cappy, Warnock, Sheila. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster , 2004. rev. and updated ed.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WX28.61 C245 2004

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

Outlines an approach for gathering a group of people who care about the ill person. The system divides up what is needed so that no one helper is overwhelmed, and people are allowed to do what they are good at. Includes scripts for meetings and suggestions of what has and hasn?t worked for other gr…

Author: Capossela, Cappy; Warnock, Sheila

Edition: rev. and updated ed.

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Publication Date: 2004

Physical Description: xx, 348 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Caregivers - psychology; Social Support; Home Nursing; Critical Care; Terminal Care; Community Networks

Abstract: Outlines an approach for gathering a group of people who care about the ill person. The system divides up what is needed so that no one helper is overwhelmed, and people are allowed to do what they are good at. Includes scripts for meetings and suggestions of what has and hasn?t worked for other groups.

ISBN: 0743262689 (pbk.); 9780743262682

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WX28.61 C245 2004

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Complete guide to relieving cancer pain and suffering

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Patt, Richard B, Lang, Susan S. Oxford University Press , 2004. rev. ed.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WL700 P315c 2004

Availability: 5 copies, 5 available

Author: Patt, Richard B; Lang, Susan S

Edition: rev. ed.

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Publication Date: 2004

Physical Description: xviii, 446 p. ; 24 cm.

Subjects: Neoplasms - complications; Pain - drug therapy; Palliative Care - methods; Home Nursing; Pain - prevention & control; Relaxation Techniques; Popular Work

ISBN: 9780195135015; 0195135016

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr; Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr; Prince George Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WL700 P315c 2004

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Promoting seniors mental health in cancer care : a guide for front-line care providers

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[Vancouver, BC?]: British Columbia Psychogeriatric Association , 2008.

Audience: Professional

Call Number: QZ200 P95m 2008

Availability: 4 copies, 4 available

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Editor: MacCourt, Penny

Place of Publication: [Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher: British Columbia Psychogeriatric Association

Publication Date: 2008

Physical Description: 125 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.

Subjects: Mental Health; Neoplasms - psychology; Caregivers; Mental Disorders; Oncology Nursing; Social Support; Behavioral Symptoms; Communication; Geriatrics; Emotions; Aged

Language: English

Material Type: Book; Online

Audience: Professional

Location: Vancouver Library; Surrey Library; Victoria Library; Internet

Call Number: QZ200 P95m 2008

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Who cares: the hidden crisis of caregiving, and how we solve it

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Kenway, Emily. New York, NY: Seal Press , 2023. 1st ed.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WY200 K37 2023

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Kenway, Emily

Edition: 1st ed.

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Seal Press

Publication Date: 2023

Physical Description: 294 p. ; 25 cm.

Subjects: Caregivers; Caregivers - psychology; Home Nursing; Long-Term Care; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781541601222

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WY200 K37 2023

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Caring for the dying: the doula approach to a meaningful death

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Fersko-Weiss, Henry. Newburyport, MA: Conari Press , 2017.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: BF789 D4 F399 2017

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

"The doula approach to death offers opportunities to explore the meaning of a life and to convey that meaning through legacy work. Based on the model of care provided by birth doulas, it emphasized thoughtful planning for how the last days should look, sound, and feel ... and provides emotional and…

Author: Fersko-Weiss, Henry

Place of Publication: Newburyport, MA

Publisher: Conari Press

Publication Date: 2017

Physical Description: xiv, 222 p. ; 24 cm.

Subjects: Terminally Ill - psychology; Doulas; Hospice Care - psychology; Terminal Care; Attitude to Death; Advance Care Planning; Caregivers; Popular Work

Abstract: "The doula approach to death offers opportunities to explore the meaning of a life and to convey that meaning through legacy work. Based on the model of care provided by birth doulas, it emphasized thoughtful planning for how the last days should look, sound, and feel ... and provides emotional and spiritual support for both the dying person and their loved ones." - Cover

Notes: A gentle guide for families and caregivers - Cover

ISBN: 9781573246965; 1573246964

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: BF789 D4 F399 2017

Website Notes: This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Caregiver's guide to cancer : compassionate advice for caring for you and your loved one

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Landes, Victoria. Emeryville, CA: Rockridge Press , 2021.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 L256 2021

Availability: 5 copies, 5 available

"Looking after someone with cancer can be complex, overwhelming, and emotionally draining all at once. As a caregiver, you may also overlook your own well-being while you focus on your loved one. This book empowers you to be an attentive, thoughtful, and compassionate caregiver for your friend or f…

Author: Landes, Victoria

Place of Publication: Emeryville, CA

Publisher: Rockridge Press

Publication Date: 2021

Physical Description: ix, 166 pages ; 23 cm

Subjects: Neoplasms; Caregivers - psychology; Self Care - methods; Patients - psychology; Popular Work

Abstract: "Looking after someone with cancer can be complex, overwhelming, and emotionally draining all at once. As a caregiver, you may also overlook your own well-being while you focus on your loved one. This book empowers you to be an attentive, thoughtful, and compassionate caregiver for your friend or family member with cancer. You'll also find practical everyday advice for meeting your own physical and emotional needs while dealing with the unique challenges you face."-- Provided by publisher

ISBN: 9781648764196

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr; Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 L256 2021

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Holistic cancer care : an herbal approach to reducing cancer risk, helping patients thrive during treatment, and minimizing recurrence

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Cabrera, Chanchal. North Adams, MA: Storey Publishing , 2023.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 C117 2023

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Cabrera, Chanchal

Place of Publication: North Adams, MA

Publisher: Storey Publishing

Publication Date: 2023

Physical Description: iv, 572 p. ; 23 cm

Subjects: Neoplasms - therapy; Plants, Medicinal; Complementary Therapies; Holistic Health; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781635863734

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: QZ201 C117 2023

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My mother, your mother : embracing "slow medicine" : the compassionate approach to caring for your aging loved ones

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McCullough, Dennis M. New York, NY: Harper , 2009.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WT120 M131 2009

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Author: McCullough, Dennis M

Place of Publication: New York, NY

Publisher: Harper

Publication Date: 2009

Physical Description: xxiii, 263 p. ; 21 cm.

Subjects: Aging; Adult Children; Family; Caregivers; Health Services for the Aged; Parent-Child Relations; Popular Work

ISBN: 9780061243035

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WT120 M131 2009

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Healing : when a nurse becomes a patient

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Brown, Theresa. Chapel Hill, NC: Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill , 2022.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WP870 B877h 2022

Availability: 2 copies, 2 available

Author: Brown, Theresa

Place of Publication: Chapel Hill, NC

Publisher: Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill

Publication Date: 2022

Physical Description: 258 p. ; 22 cm

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms; Nurses; Patients - psychology; Patient Satisfaction; Quality of Health Care; Personal Narratives; Popular Work

ISBN: 9781643750699

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WP870 B877h 2022

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Tastefully blended : 100 low-prep pureed recipes suitable for both oral and tube feeding

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Crunchy Tubie Mama. [United States of America]: Crunchy Tubie Mama , 2018.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: WB410 M263 2018

Availability: 5 copies, 4 available

Includes many recipes that are; Dairy free; Soy free; Vegetarian; Vegan; Gluten free

Alternate Title: Tastefully blended

Author: Crunchy Tubie Mama

Place of Publication: [United States of America]

Publisher: Crunchy Tubie Mama

Publication Date: 2018

Physical Description: 206 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Enteral Nutrition; Enteral nutrition - methods; Nutrition; Nutrition therapy - methods; Cooking; Popular Work

Abstract: Includes many recipes that are; Dairy free; Soy free; Vegetarian; Vegan; Gluten free

Notes: Surrey CIC keep 2022; Title from cover.

ISBN: 9781728678252; 1728678250

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr; Vancouver Library; Surrey Cancer Info Ctr; Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr

Call Number: WB410 M263 2018

Website Notes: This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Meeting psychosocial needs of women with breast cancer

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Institute of Medicine (U.S.), National Research Council (U.S.), National Cancer Policy Board (U.S.). Washington, DC: National Academies Press , c2004.

Audience: Professional

Call Number: WP870 M496 2004

Availability: 3 copies, 3 available

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Corporate Author: Institute of Medicine (U.S.); National Research Council (U.S.); National Cancer Policy Board (U.S.)

Editor: Hewitt, Maria Elizabeth; Herdman, Roger; Holland, Jimmie C

Place of Publication: Washington, DC

Publisher: National Academies Press

Publication Date: c2004

Physical Description: x, 278 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Breast Neoplasms - psychology; Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation; Counseling - methods; Psychotherapy - methods; Social Support; Survivors - psychology

ISBN: 0309091292 (pbk.)

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Professional

Location: Vancouver Library; Victoria Library; Abbotsford Library

Call Number: WP870 M496 2004

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Men as caregivers

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Amherst, NY: Prometheus Books , 2005.

Audience: Professional

Call Number: WM172 M534k 2005

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Editor: Kramer, Betty J; Thompson, Edward H

Place of Publication: Amherst, NY

Publisher: Prometheus Books

Publication Date: 2005

Physical Description: xii, 394 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Subjects: Home Nursing - psychology; Caregivers - psychology; Men - psychology; Social Work; Social Support

ISBN: 9781591022411; 159102241X

Language: English

Material Type: Book

Audience: Professional

Location: Vancouver Library

Call Number: WM172 M534k 2005

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Cancer caregiving A-Z : an at-home guide for patients and families

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American Cancer Society. Atlanta, GA: American Cancer Society , 2008.

Audience: Patient or Public

Call Number: QZ201 C215a 2008

Availability: 6 copies, 5 available

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Corporate Author: American Cancer Society

Place of Publication: Atlanta, GA

Publisher: American Cancer Society

Publication Date: 2008

Physical Description: x, 157 p. ; 23 cm.

Series: EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects: Neoplasms - psychology; Caregivers; Home Nursing; Neoplasms - complications; Patients; Palliative Care; Popular Work

ISBN: 9780944235928; 0944235921; 9781604430516

Language: English

Material Type: Book; Ebook

Audience: Patient or Public

Location: Vancouver Library; Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr; Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr; Victoria Cancer Info Ctr; Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr; Internet

Call Number: QZ201 C215a 2008

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Look it up! : what patients, doctors, nurses, and pharmacists need to know about the Internet and primary health care

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Pluye, Pierre, Barlow, Julie, Grad, Roland. Montreal, QC: McGill-Queen's University Press , 2017.

Audience: Professional

Call Number: W 26.55.D2 P738 2017

Availability: 1 copy, 1 available

Table of Contents:; 1 A New Way of Diagnosing -- 2 Do I Really Need This Test? -- 3 When Clinicians Disagree -- 4 The Expanded Role of Pharmacists -- 5 Better Treatment for Chronic Problems and Common Conditions -- 6 Getting Patients Engaged -- 7 The Pros and Cons of "Doctor Google" -- 8 Nurses and…

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Author: Pluye, Pierre; Barlow, Julie; Grad, Roland

Place of Publication: Montreal, QC

Publisher: McGill-Queen's University Press

Publication Date: 2017

Physical Description: xii, 182 p. ; 23 cm.

Series: EBSCOhost eBook

Subjects: Decision Making, Computer-Assisted; Internet; Primary Health Care; Physician-Patient Relations; Health Literacy; Medical Informatics; Popular Work

Abstract: Table of Contents:; 1 A New Way of Diagnosing -- 2 Do I Really Need This Test? -- 3 When Clinicians Disagree -- 4 The Expanded Role of Pharmacists -- 5 Better Treatment for Chronic Problems and Common Conditions -- 6 Getting Patients Engaged -- 7 The Pros and Cons of "Doctor Google" -- 8 Nurses and Doctors Can't Remember Everything -- 9 The Hidden Problem of Health Literacy -- 10 The Family Doctor of the Future.

ISBN: 9780773551367; 9780773551909; 9780773551916

Language: English

Material Type: Book; Ebook

Audience: Professional

Location: Vancouver Library; Internet

Call Number: W 26.55.D2 P738 2017

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