The BC Cancer Library
Delivering timely service and evidence-informed resources to people in BC and the Yukon facing cancer and those involved in oncology care or research.
Delivering timely service and evidence-informed resources to people in BC and the Yukon facing cancer and those involved in oncology care or research.
"Dr. Kathryn Mannix has studied and practiced palliative care for thirty years. In With the End in Mind, she shares beautifully crafted stories from a lifetime of caring for the dying, and makes a compelling case for the therapeutic power of approaching death not with trepidation, but with openness…
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"Heartfelt stories that explore the mystery of death." -back cover.
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"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…
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| c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr | Available | ||
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...offers practical tools and guidance for caregivers, from health care professionals to family members. Drawing on inspiring true stories and their own professional expertise, the authors explore key issues including loss, suffering, spiritual care, dying well, caring well, and grieving. Reflectio…
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The author describes the dying process and provides practical, concrete suggestions for bringing a degree of comfort to the dying individual. His advice is illustrated with many brief, descriptive vignettes of actual cases covering a wide spectrum of ages, personalities, family situations, and resp…
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"After too many years of unfulfilling work, Bronnie Ware began searching for a job with heart. Despite having no formal qualifications or previous experience in the field, she found herself working in palliative care.; During the time she spent tending to those who were dying, Bronnie's life was tr…
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Written by two hospice nurses. Helps families understand and communicate with terminally ill patients.
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| c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr | Available | ||
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| c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr | Available | ||
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| c.2 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr | Available |
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Bringing to light the concerns and needs of palliative care patients, this set of videos aims to support individuals receiving end-of-life care, as well as caregivers and health care providers working with them.
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| c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr | Available |
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Shows how to support the person who is ill and how the caregiver can handle his/her own emotions.
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The Bright Hour is the memoir of Nina Rigg, following a diagnosis of terminal breast cancer. "With the lyricism of poetry and a voice that never trades on simple grief, 'The Bright Hour' celebrates living -- living well, living fully -- and the transcendent combination of light and darkness that ma…
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| c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr | Available |
"Reiki promotes inner balance and natural healing to alleviate pain, stress, anxiety, and more. Discover how to tune in to your internal life force with more than 40 step-by-step Self Reiki practices you can do yourself--anytime, anywhere"--Back cover
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| c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr | Available |
