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We get it : dealing with cancer as a young adult is different

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19230
Young Adult Cancer Canada. St. John's, NL: Young Adult Cancer Canada , 2010?.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 Y68w 2010
Availability
9 copies, 9 available
Delayed diagnosis; Disintrajectorization; Isolation; Fertility; Independence; Relationships; Survivorship
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Young Adult Cancer Canada
Place of Publication
St. John's, NL
Publisher
Young Adult Cancer Canada
Publication Date
2010?
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Young Adult
Adolescent
Family Relations
Parent-Child Relations
Survivors
Social Support
Adaptation, Psychological
Popular Work
Abstract
Delayed diagnosis
Disintrajectorization
Isolation
Fertility
Independence
Relationships
Survivorship
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 Y68w 2010
Read Online
http://www.youngadultcancer.ca/our-programs/we-get-it/

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Coping with childhood leukemia and lymphoma

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114777
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. White Plains, NY: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society , 2012. rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Table of Contents:; Introduction; Here to help; Your child - the initial diagnosis; Your child - coping with change; Parents - coming to terms with your feelings; Siblings - helping them cope too; Communicating with your extended family and friends; The new normal; More information
More Information
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Edition
rev. ed.
Place of Publication
White Plains, NY
Publisher
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
24 p.
Subjects
Leukemia
Lymphoma
Infant
Child
Adolescent
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Parent-Child Relations
Life Change Events
Abstract
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Here to help
Your child - the initial diagnosis
Your child - coping with change
Parents - coming to terms with your feelings
Siblings - helping them cope too
Communicating with your extended family and friends
The new normal
More information
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
A copy of this resource can be downloaded or ordered for free
Read Online
http://www.lls.org/resource-center/download-or-order-free-publications?language=English&category=Childhood+Blood+Cancer&sortby=alpha
http://www.lls.org/sites/default/files/file_assets/childhoodleukemialymphoma.pdf
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How to win a tickle fight

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114211
Lang, Mike, Bryant, Aaron. Common Language Storytelling | Hands On Films , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
How to Win a Tickle Fight is a true story that follows one young father, Brock, and his family for two years as they strive to live full, meaningful lives despite the metastatic cancer diagnosis they are navigating. Brock desperately wants to leave a legacy for his 7 year old son and be remembered …
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
How to win a tickle fight : a true story about what can go right, even when things have gone terribly wrong
Author
Lang, Mike
Bryant, Aaron
Corporate Author
Survive & Thrive Cancer Programs
Family Lines
Canadian Cancer Society
Publisher
Common Language Storytelling
Hands On Films
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
50 min.
Subjects
Terminally Ill - psychology
Neoplasms - psychology
Parent-Child Relations
Family Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
Young Adult
Personal Narratives
Canada
Popular Work
Abstract
How to Win a Tickle Fight is a true story that follows one young father, Brock, and his family for two years as they strive to live full, meaningful lives despite the metastatic cancer diagnosis they are navigating. Brock desperately wants to leave a legacy for his 7 year old son and be remembered as more than a 'sick person'. Kristen, Brock's wife, wants to maintain a closeness with her husband even while he is dying. And their son Ben... he just wants to have fun with his mom and dad. Through their difficult journey, the family comes to realizes that many things can still go right even when things have gone terribly wrong.
Notes
The complete documentary can be viewed online.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://survivethrive.org/zodonations/tickle-fight-2016/
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My partner has breast cancer : how can I help? : a parallel journey

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19718
BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M995a 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC/Yukon Women's Cancer Alliance
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
18 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Spouses
Social Support
Popular Work
Notes
There was also an edition revised July 2012 which is online.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 M995a 2010
Read Online
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/health-info/types-of-cancer/breast-cancer/breast/information-kit

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Getting through : a guide for middle school & high school students when cancer affects the family

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121494
BC Cancer Agency. Patient and Family Counselling. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Psychosocial Oncology , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
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Getting through : a teacher resource for understanding student(s) affected by cancer in the family
Getting through : a student resource for sorting out school when cancer affects the family
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Patient and Family Counselling
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Psychosocial Oncology
Publication Date
2016
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Family Relations
Adaptation, Psychological
Life Change Events
Schools
Adolescent
Child
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/coping-and-support-site/Documents/Getting%20Through_Teen%20Brochure_LetterHalf_Interactive%20(4).pdf
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20 tips to help you be part of the healthcare team : patient safety is #1

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21170
BC Cancer Agency. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2013?.
Audience
Patient or Public
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Alternate Title
Patient safety is # 1
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2013?
Physical Description
10 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
BC Cancer Agency
Safety Management - standards
Patient Safety
Risk Management
Professional-Patient Relations
Health Personnel
Medical Errors
Quality Assurance, Health Care
Guideline
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Pamphlet File

Copies

VC BC Cancer Agency VC Library Pamphlet File Available
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Advance care planning : expressing your wishes for future health care treatment

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20620
British Columbia. Ministry of Health. [Victoria, BC?]: Ministry of Health , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
British Columbia. Ministry of Health
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Ministry of Health
Publication Date
2012
Subjects
Advance Care Planning
Patient Care Planning
Decision Making
Resuscitation Orders
Advance Directives
British Columbia
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Pamphlet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Scroll down to Brochures. Click on link for downloadable PDF. Available in English, Punjabi, Chinese languages.
Read Online
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/seniors/health-safety/advance-care-planning
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My voice : expressing my wishes for future health care treatment : advance care planning guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21403
British Columbia. Ministry of Health, British Columbia. Fraser Health Authority. [Victoria, BC?]: Ministry of Health , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
Forms are written in English
More Information
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
British Columbia. Ministry of Health
British Columbia. Fraser Health Authority
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Ministry of Health
Publication Date
2011
Subjects
Advance Care Planning
Patient Care Planning
Decision Making
Resuscitation Orders
Advance Directives
British Columbia
Popular Work
Abstract
Forms are written in English
ISBN
9780772665249
Language
Punjabi
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/topic.page?id=E7A581A9BC0A467E916CFC5AD2D3B1E8
http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/library/publications/year/2013/MyVoiceGuide-Punjabi.pdf
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My voice : expressing my wishes for future health care treatment : advance care planning guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21404
British Columbia. Ministry of Health, British Columbia. Fraser Health Authority. [Victoria, BC?]: Ministry of Health , 2011.
Audience
Patient or Public
Forms are written in English
More Information
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
British Columbia. Ministry of Health
British Columbia. Fraser Health Authority
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Ministry of Health
Publication Date
2011
Subjects
Advance Care Planning
Patient Care Planning
Decision Making
Resuscitation Orders
Advance Directives
British Columbia
Popular Work
Abstract
Forms are written in English
ISBN
9780772665249
Language
Chinese-Simplified
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/topic.page?id=E7A581A9BC0A467E916CFC5AD2D3B1E8
http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/library/publications/year/2013/MyVoiceGuide-SimplifiedChinese.pdf
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My voice : expressing my wishes for future health care treatment : advance care planning guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20419
British Columbia. Ministry of Health, British Columbia. Fraser Health Authority. [Victoria, BC?]: Ministry of Health , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
W85.5 M995 2012
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
British Columbia. Ministry of Health
British Columbia. Fraser Health Authority
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Ministry of Health
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
52 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Advance Care Planning
Patient Care Planning
Decision Making
Resuscitation Orders
Advance Directives
British Columbia
Popular Work
ISBN
9780772665249
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
W85.5 M995 2012
Read Online
http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/topic.page?id=E7A581A9BC0A467E916CFC5AD2D3B1E8
http://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/topic/2038E757D68E49D5DC8C3CD0061E8E1B/pdf/myvoiceadvancecareplanningguide.pdf

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Helping you understand cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) : a patient guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122221
Melanoma Network of Canada. Oakville, ON: Melanoma Network of Canada , [2019].
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WR500 H483 2019
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
More Information
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
Melanoma Network of Canada
Place of Publication
Oakville, ON
Publisher
Melanoma Network of Canada
Publication Date
[2019]
Physical Description
21 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Carcinoma, Squamous Cell
Skin Neoplasms
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WR500 H483 2019
Website Notes
Downloadable PDF available in English or French language.
Read Online
https://www.melanomanetwork.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Cutaneous-Squamous-Cell-Carcinoma-Patient-Guide.pdf
https://www.melanomanetwork.ca/mncpub/

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC CIC Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Resource toolkit for engaging patient and families at the planning table

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121754
Alberta Health Services Engagement and Patient Experience. Alberta Health Services , 2014.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Alberta Health Services Engagement and Patient Experience
Publisher
Alberta Health Services
Publication Date
2014
Subjects
Patient Participation - methods
Decision Making
Professional - Patient Relations
Professional - Family Relations
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/info/pf/pe/if-pf-pe-engage-toolkit.pdf
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Patient, family, caregiver and public engagement planning guide 2018

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121755
British Columbia Ministry of Health Patients as Partners Initiative. [Victoria, BC?]: Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Health , 2018.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
British Columbia Ministry of Health Patients as Partners Initiative
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Health
Publication Date
2018
Subjects
Patient Participation - methods
Decision Making
Caregivers
Professional - Patient Relations
Professional - Family Relations
Notes
May 2018
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/heath-care-partners/patients-as-partners/engagement-planning-guide.pdf
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Patient, family, caregiver and public engagement framework 2018

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121756
British Columbia Ministry of Health Patients as Partners Initiative. [Victoria, BC?]: Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Health , 2018.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
British Columbia Ministry of Health Patients as Partners Initiative
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Health
Publication Date
2018
Subjects
Patient Participation - methods
Decision Making
Caregivers
Professional - Patient Relations
Professional - Family Relations
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/heath-care-partners/patients-as-partners/patients-as-partners-framework.pdf
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Demystifying authentic patient engagement : practical tips for success

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121765
Patient Voices Network, Patient & Public Engagement Team at the BC Patient Safety & Quality Council (BCPSQC). [Vancouver, BC?]: Patient Voices Network , [2018].
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Patient Voices Network
Patient & Public Engagement Team at the BC Patient Safety & Quality Council (BCPSQC)
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Patient Voices Network
Publication Date
[2018]
Subjects
Patient Participation - methods
Community Participation - methods
Decision Making
Professional - Patient Relations
Professional - Family Relations
Notes
At head of title: workshop companion.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://patientvoicesbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/PVNTipsBaltimore.pdf
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How to successfully engage patients and families in|building quality-improvement initiatives

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121766
Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement (CFHI). Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement (CFHI) , [2019].
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
How to successfully engage patients and families in building quality-improvement initiatives : 10 lesson learned from patient and family advisors
Corporate Author
Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement (CFHI)
Publisher
Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement (CFHI)
Publication Date
[2019]
Subjects
Patient Participation - methods
Community Participation - methods
Decision Making
Professional - Patient Relations
Professional - Family Relations
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://www.cfhi-fcass.ca/docs/default-source/itr/pe-hub/pe-patient-tip-sheet-from-advisors-e
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Rescue breathing for laryngectomees and neck breathers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20398
Brook, Itzhak. Washington, DC: Washington University , 2011.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Brook, Itzhak
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
Washington University
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
14 minutes
Subjects
Laryngectomy
Respiration
Professional-Patient Relations
Language
English
Material Type
Video
Online
VHS
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YE-n8cgl77Q
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Intercultural community engagement tip sheet for Chinese and South Asian populations

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121759
British Columbia Ministry of Health Patients as Partners Initiative. [Victoria, BC?]: Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Health , 2019.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
British Columbia Ministry of Health Patients as Partners Initiative
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Health
Publication Date
2019
Subjects
Culturally Competent Care
Cultural Diversity
Patient Participation - methods
Decision Making
Caregivers
Professional - Patient Relations
Professional - Family Relations
Notes
May 2019
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/heath-care-partners/patients-as-partners/intercultural-community-engagement-tip-sheet.pdf
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How to engage patient and public advisors : a guide for staff

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121764
Vancouver Coastal Health Community Engagement. [Vancouver, BC?]: Vancouver Coastal Health , 2015.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Vancouver Coastal Health Community Engagement
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Vancouver Coastal Health
Publication Date
2015
Subjects
Patient Participation - methods
Community Participation - methods
Delivery of Health Care
Decision Making
Professional - Patient Relations
Professional - Family Relations
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://cean.vch.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2017/07/How-to-Engage-Patient-and-Public-Advisors-A-Guide-for-Staff-FINAL2.pdf
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Seniors with complex medical conditions engagement tip sheet

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121757
British Columbia Ministry of Health Patients as Partners Initiative. [Victoria, BC?]: Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Health , 2019.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
British Columbia Ministry of Health Patients as Partners Initiative
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Province of British Columbia, Ministry of Health
Publication Date
2019
Subjects
Health Services for the Aged
Multiple Chronic Conditions
Patient Participation - methods
Decision Making
Caregivers
Professional - Patient Relations
Professional - Family Relations
Notes
May 2019
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/heath-care-partners/patients-as-partners/seniors-tip-sheet.pdf
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