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Chasing daylight : how my forthcoming death transformed my life : a final account

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15970
O'Kelly, Eugene, Postman, Andrew. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 O41 2008
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
Chasing daylight is the inspirational memoir of former KPMG CEO Eugene O'Kelly, written in the three-and -a-half months between his terminal diagnosis with a brain cancer and his death in September 2005. Interweaving details of his illness with reflections on life, death and success, this passiona…
Author
O'Kelly, Eugene
Postman, Andrew
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
201 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Death - psychology
Terminally Ill - psychology
Brain Neoplasms
Emotional Adjustment
Life Change Events
Quality of Life
Attitude to Death
Personal Narratives
Biography
Popular Work
Abstract
Chasing daylight is the inspirational memoir of former KPMG CEO Eugene O'Kelly, written in the three-and -a-half months between his terminal diagnosis with a brain cancer and his death in September 2005. Interweaving details of his illness with reflections on life, death and success, this passionate, deeply insightful book provides an unforgettable account of O'Kelly's final journey, and is a compelling reminder of the importance of living a balanced and meaningful life.
ISBN
9780071499934
0071499938
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 O41 2008

Copies

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Everything happens for a reason : and other lies I've loved

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120569
Bowler, Kate. New York, NY: Random House , 2018.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 B787 2018
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Author
Bowler, Kate
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Random House
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
xviii, 178 p. ; 20 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Bereavement
Loss
Love
Uncertainty
Adaptation, Psychological
Colorectal Neoplasms - psychology
Family Relations
Christianity
Life Change Events
Personal Narratives
Autobiography
Popular Work
Notes
Copies may differ by ISBN and pagination.
ISBN
9780399592065
9780399592089
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 B787 2018

Copies

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Healing your holiday grief : 100 practical ideas for blending mourning and celebration during the holiday season

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120509
Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 W856h 2005
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Wolfelt, Alan D.
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2005
Series
100 idea series
Subjects
Grief
Holidays
Bereavement
Loss
Attitude to Death
Ceremonial Behavior
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC
ISBN
9781879651487
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 W856h 2005

Copies

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Parent's guide to raising grieving children : rebuilding your family after the death of a loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19485
Silverman, Phyllis R, Kelly, Madelyn. New York, NY: Oxford University Press , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 S587 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Silverman, Phyllis R
Kelly, Madelyn
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xi, 256 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Grief
Bereavement
Parent-Child Relations
Death
Child
Adolescent
Family - psychology
Parenting
Life Change Events
Popular Work
ISBN
9780195328844
0195328841
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 G7 S587 2009

Copies

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When someone dies : a children's mindful how-to guide on grief and loss

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124463
Dorn, Andrea. Eau Claire, WI: PESI Publishing , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 G7 D713 2022
Availability
3 copies, 2 available
"When Someone Dies walks children through the bereavement process in a simple, concrete, and developmentally appropriate way. Through the lens of mindfulness, children will learn how to say goodbye, make space for any emotions that arise, and work through their grief. Written for parents, teachers,…
Author
Dorn, Andrea
Place of Publication
Eau Claire, WI
Publisher
PESI Publishing
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Series
Mindful steps series
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Bereavement
Grief
Mindfulness
Popular Work
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
"When Someone Dies walks children through the bereavement process in a simple, concrete, and developmentally appropriate way. Through the lens of mindfulness, children will learn how to say goodbye, make space for any emotions that arise, and work through their grief. Written for parents, teachers, and therapists alike, this straightforward yet powerful book includes: Optional engagement questions to build connection and personalize the reading experience Short mindfulness and self-compassion meditations A developmental guide to children's understanding of death"-- Provided by publisher
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781683734864
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 G7 D713 2022

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Parenting with wit and wisdom in times of chaos and loss

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21818
Coloroso, Barbara. [Toronto, ON]: Viking , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 C722 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Coloroso, Barbara
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Viking
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
271 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Grief
Bereavement
Parent-Child Relations
Death
Child
Adolescent
Family - psychology
Parenting
Life Change Events
Popular Work
ISBN
9780670886227
067088622X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 C722 1999

Copies

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Year of magical thinking

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15408
Didion, Joan. New York, NY: A.A. Knopf , 2005. 1st ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 D556 2005
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Didion, Joan
Edition
1st ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
A.A. Knopf
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
227 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Loss - psychology
Grief - psychology
Grief
Attitude to Death
Family Health
Family Relations
Life Change Events
Widowhood - psychology
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
140004314X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 D556 2005

Copies

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A matter of death and life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123325
Yalom, Irvin D., Yalom, Marilyn. Stanford, CA: Redwood Press , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 Y19 2021
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Yalom, Irvin D.
Yalom, Marilyn
Place of Publication
Stanford, CA
Publisher
Redwood Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
xii, 240 p. : ill. ; 22 cm
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Terminally Ill
Grief
Loss
Love
Spouses
Adaptation, Psychological
Aging
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781503613768
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 Y19 2021

Copies

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Learning to say good-bye : when a parent dies

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4586
LeShan, Eda. New York, NY: MacMillan Publishing Company , 1977.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 L629 1977
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Discusses the questions, fears and fantasies many children experience when a parent or someone close to them dies
Alternate Title
Learning to say good-by : when a child's parent dies
Author
LeShan, Eda
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
MacMillan Publishing Company
Publication Date
1977
Subjects
Death
Attitude to Death
Bereavement
Parent-Child Relations
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
Discusses the questions, fears and fantasies many children experience when a parent or someone close to them dies
ISBN
002756360X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 L629 1977

Copies

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Remembering well : rituals for celebrating life and mourning death

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16087
York, Sarah. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 Y63 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
York, Sarah
Place of Publication
San Francisco, CA
Publisher
Jossey-Bass
Publication Date
2000
Physical Description
xxii, 216 p. ; 19 cm.
Subjects
Death
Grief
Bereavement
Attitude to Death
Funeral Rites
Ceremonial Behavior
Social Support
Popular Work
ISBN
9780787955076
0787955078
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 Y63 2000

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Good grief : healing through the shadow of loss

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113578
Coryell, Deborah Morris. Rochester, VT: Healing Arts Press , 2007. 3rd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 C68 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Coryell, Deborah Morris
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
Rochester, VT
Publisher
Healing Arts Press
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
xxvi, 129 p. ; 21 cm. + 1 CD
Subjects
Grief
Bereavement - psychology
Attitude to Death
Loss - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
9781594771590
1594771596
Language
English
Material Type
Book
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 G7 C68 2007

Copies

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Grace disguised : how the soul grows through loss

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122241
Sittser, Gerald Lawson. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan , 2004. Rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 S623 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
"An expanded edition of this classic book on grief and loss--with a new preface and epilogue loss came suddenly for Jerry Sittser. In an instant, a tragic car accident claimed three generations of his family: his mother, his wife, and his young daughter. While most of us will not experience such a …
Author
Sittser, Gerald Lawson
Edition
Rev. ed.
Place of Publication
Grand Rapids, MI
Publisher
Zondervan
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
237 p. ; 19 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Loss
Bereavement
Adaptation, Psychological
Attitude to Death
Christianity
Popular Work
Abstract
"An expanded edition of this classic book on grief and loss--with a new preface and epilogue loss came suddenly for Jerry Sittser. In an instant, a tragic car accident claimed three generations of his family: his mother, his wife, and his young daughter. While most of us will not experience such a catastrophic loss in our lifetime, all of us will taste it. And we can, if we choose, know as well the grace that transforms it. A Grace Disguised plumbs the depths of sorrow, whether due to illness, divorce, or the loss of someone we love. The circumstances are not important; what we do with those circumstances is. In coming to the end of ourselves, we can come to the beginning of a new life--one marked by spiritual depth, joy, compassion, and a deeper appreciation of simple blessings." - Publisher
ISBN
9780310258957
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 G7 S623 2004

Copies

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Year to live : how to live this year as if it were your last

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122294
Levine, Stephen. New York, NY: Three Rivers Press , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 L665y 1997
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Levine, Stephen
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Three Rivers Press
Publication Date
1997
Physical Description
viii, 175 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Terminally Ill - psychology
Mindfulness
Spirituality
Life Change Events
Popular Work
ISBN
9780609801949
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 L665y 1997

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Raising an emotionally healthy child when a parent is sick

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121078
Rauch, Paula K., Muriel, Anna C. [Toronto, ON]: McGraw-Hill , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 R241 2006
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Rauch, Paula K.
Muriel, Anna C.
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
xxiii, 213 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Emotional Adjustment
Child rearing
Family Relations - psychology
Critical Illness - psychology
Attitude to Death
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9780071446815
0071446818
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 R241 2006
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

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Healing your grieving heart for kids : 100 practical ideas : simple advice and activities for children after a death

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120508
Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 W856h 2001
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
This book is for children ages 6-12 who are grieving the death of someone they love. The basic message of the book is that children need to mourn --that is, to express their grief outside themselves-- if they are to heal. Please read through this book before giving it to a child so you'll be able t…
Author
Wolfelt, Alan D.
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2001
Series
100 idea series
Subjects
Grief
Bereavement
Loss
Attitude to Death
Child
Parent-Child Relations
Popular Work
Abstract
This book is for children ages 6-12 who are grieving the death of someone they love. The basic message of the book is that children need to mourn --that is, to express their grief outside themselves-- if they are to heal. Please read through this book before giving it to a child so you'll be able to help the child with the 100 Ideas. You may need to read the book aloud to or along with 6-8 yr olds who are just starting to read independently. - Author
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC (F0002464, F0002465, F0002466)
ISBN
9781879651272
1879651270
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 W856h 2001
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Surrey PFC Available
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c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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How do we tell the children? : a step-by-step guide for helping children two to teen cope when someone dies

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19492
Schaefer, Dan, Lyons, Christine. New York, NY: Newmarket Press , 2001. 3rd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 S311h 2001
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Author
Schaefer, Dan
Lyons, Christine
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Newmarket Press
Publication Date
2001
Physical Description
xvii, 202 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Bereavement
Death
Parent-Child Relations
Adolescent
Child, Preschool
Popular Work
ISBN
9781557044259
1557044252
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 S311h 2001

Copies

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Saying goodbye to someone you love : your emotional journey through end of life and grief

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20200
Dresser, Norine, Wasserman, Fredda. New York, NY: Demos Health , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 D773 2010
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
  1 read online  
Author
Dresser, Norine
Wasserman, Fredda
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Demos Health
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xix, 210 p. ; 23 cm.
Series
R2 Library
Subjects
Death - psychology
Grief
Bereavement
Terminally Ill
Attitude to Death
Adaptation, Psychological
Autobiography
Popular Work
ISBN
9781932603859
1932603859
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 D773 2010
Website Notes
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca or calling 1.888.675.8001 x 7000 (toll-free) to obtain a username and password.
Read Online

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Art of aging : a doctor's prescription for well-being

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18050
Nuland, Sherwin B. New York, NY: Random House , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WT100 N969a 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
An incident in the subway; How we age : body and mind; Approaching a century : Michael DeBakey; Making choices; Three who overcame; A friendship in letters; Adding centuries to our years; Drinking from the fountain of youth; Wisdom, equanimity, caring : principles for every age; A coda for aging
Author
Nuland, Sherwin B
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Random House
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
302 p ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Aging - psychology
Aging - physiology
Aged
Life Style
Life Change Events
Quality of Life
Popular Work
Abstract
An incident in the subway
How we age : body and mind
Approaching a century : Michael DeBakey
Making choices
Three who overcame
A friendship in letters
Adding centuries to our years
Drinking from the fountain of youth
Wisdom, equanimity, caring : principles for every age
A coda for aging
ISBN
9781400064779
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WT100 N969a 2007

Copies

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I can't stop crying : grief and recovery, a compassionate guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120739
Martin, John D., Ferris, Frank D. [Toronto, ON]: McClelland & Stewart , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 M379 2013
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Martin, John D.
Ferris, Frank D.
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
McClelland & Stewart
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
xi, 132 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief
Loss
Attitude to Death
Popular Work
ISBN
9780771054617
0771054610
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 M379 2013

Copies

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Beginner's guide to the end : practical advice for living life and facing death

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124305
Miller, Bruce J., Berger, Shoshana. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster Paperbacks , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 M647b 2020
Availability
3 copies, 2 available
Author
Miller, Bruce J.
Berger, Shoshana
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Paperbacks
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
xxi, 520 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Subjects
Advance Care Planning
Life Change Events
Decision Making
Attitude to Death
Popular Work
ISBN
9781501157219
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 M647b 2020

Copies

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