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Jane Brody's guide to the great beyond : a practical primer to help you and your loved ones prepare medically, legally, and emotionally for the end of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114751
Brody, Jane E. New York, NY: Random House , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
W85.5 B864 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Alternate Title
Guide to the great beyond
Author
Brody, Jane E.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Random House
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xxiv, 287 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Terminally Ill - psychology
Advance Directives
Advance Care Planning
Caregivers
Palliative Care
Hospice Care
Bereavement
Family Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
9781400066544
1400066549
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
W85.5 B864 2009

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Power of purpose : find meaning, live longer, better

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121238
Leider, Richard J. Oakland, CA: Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc. , 2015. 3rd ed., revised and expanded.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF637 C5 L527 2015
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Leider, Richard J.
Edition
3rd ed., revised and expanded
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc.
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
xiv, 192 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Occupations
Self-realization
Personal Satisfaction
Quality of Life
Popular Work
ISBN
9781626566361
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF637 C5 L527 2015
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Final journeys : a practical guide for bringing care and comfort at the end of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20657
Callanan, Maggie. New York, NY: Bantam Books , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB310 C156 2008
Availability
7 copies, 7 available
More Information
Author
Callanan, Maggie
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
ix, 335 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Palliative Care
Terminally Ill - psychology
Attitude to Death
Family
Caregivers
Popular Work
ISBN
9780553382747
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB310 C156 2008

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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
More Information
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

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Healing your grieving heart for teens : 100 practical ideas : simple tips for understanding and expressing your grief

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13889
Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 W856h 2001
Availability
12 copies, 11 available
Each page presents a different idea designed to help teens recognize mourning as a natural process connected with loss, reassuring them that they should not be afraid of deep, sometimes uncontrollable emotions, and showing them how to release grief in healthy, positive ways. Several suggestions app…
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Author
Wolfelt, Alan D.
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2001
Series
100 idea series
Subjects
Grief
Attitude to Death
Parent-Child Relations
Adolescent
Popular Work
Abstract
Each page presents a different idea designed to help teens recognize mourning as a natural process connected with loss, reassuring them that they should not be afraid of deep, sometimes uncontrollable emotions, and showing them how to release grief in healthy, positive ways. Several suggestions appear under each heading; many of them encourage readers to express their feelings in a journal.
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 (F0002395)
ISBN
9781879651234
1879651238
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 W856h 2001
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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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…
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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.

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Childhood cancer survivors : a practical guide to your future

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20745
Keene, Nancy, Hobbie, Wendy, Ruccione, Kathy. Bellingham, WA: Childhood Cancer Guides , 2012. 3rd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 K26c 2012
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Keene, Nancy
Hobbie, Wendy
Ruccione, Kathy
Edition
3rd ed.
Place of Publication
Bellingham, WA
Publisher
Childhood Cancer Guides
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xxiv, 452 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Series
Proquest Ebook Central
ebrary books for public
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - complications
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Continuity of Care
Follow-up Studies
Survivors
Family Relations
Adolescent
Adult
Adaptation, Psychological
Infant
Child
Secondary Prevention
Interpersonal Relations
Self Care
Popular Work
Autobiography
ISBN
9781457118678
9781941089132
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ200 K26c 2012
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
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/bccancer-ebooks/reader.action?docID=1643171

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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
More Information
  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
http://www.r2library.com/Resource/Title/1932603859

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Cancer is a word, not a sentence : a practical guide to help you through the first few weeks

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14564
Buckman, Robert. [Toronto, ON]: Key Porter Books , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 B925c 2006
Availability
11 copies, 11 available
A practical guide written for people who have just been diagnosed with cancer. It aims to help them and their loved ones make sense of what happens next and to plan a course of action. Includes information about tests, the stages of the disease, treatment options and follow-up.
More Information
Author
Buckman, Robert
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Key Porter Books
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
280 p. : 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms
Popular Work
Abstract
A practical guide written for people who have just been diagnosed with cancer. It aims to help them and their loved ones make sense of what happens next and to plan a course of action. Includes information about tests, the stages of the disease, treatment options and follow-up.
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 (F0002037)
ISBN
1552636992
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 B925c 2006

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Your brain after chemo : a practical guide to lifting the fog and getting back your focus

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18331
Silverman, Daniel, Davidson, Idelle. Cambridge, MA: Da Capo Life Long , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ267 S587y 2009
Availability
7 copies, 7 available
Includes discussion of "chemo brain and chemo fog"
More Information
Alternate Title
Chemobrain
Chemo brain
Author
Silverman, Daniel
Davidson, Idelle
Place of Publication
Cambridge, MA
Publisher
Da Capo Life Long
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xvii, 284 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - drug therapy
Neoplasms - complications
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Antineoplastic Agents - adverse effects
Cognition Disorders
Mental Health
Memory Disorders
Survivors
Popular Work
Abstract
Includes discussion of "chemo brain and chemo fog"
ISBN
9780738212593
0738212598
9780738213910
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ267 S587y 2009

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Healing a teen's grieving heart : 100 practical ideas for families, friends and caregivers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14759
Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 W857h 2001
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
Author
Wolfelt, Alan D.
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2001
Series
100 idea series
Subjects
Grief
Adolescent
Attitude to Death
Parent-Child Relations
Bereavement
Popular Work
ISBN
9781879651241
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 W857h 2001
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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What dying people want : practical wisdom for the end of life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9786
Kuhl, David. New York, NY: PublicAffairs , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 K96 2002
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
More Information
Author
Kuhl, David
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
PublicAffairs
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
xxix, 317 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Death - psychology
Terminal Care
Family Relations
Attitude to Death
Terminally Ill - psychology
Popular Work
Notes
Branch copies may vary in ISBN and pagination.
ISBN
1586481193 (pbk.)
0385658834
9780385658843
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF789 D4 K96 2002

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What's wrong with you? : an insiders guide to your insides

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123380
Holper, Sarah. Melbourne, Aus.: Hardie Grant Books , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB143 H657 2021
Availability
3 copies, 2 available
Dr. Sarah Holper takes you on a tour through the human body, explaining the reason for common medical symptoms that cause concern. With interesting facts, personal anecdotes, insider doctor secrets and memorable patient encounters spread throughout this book, Dr. Holper lends her working knowledge …
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Author
Holper, Sarah
Place of Publication
Melbourne, Aus.
Publisher
Hardie Grant Books
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
256 p. : ill. ; 23 cm
Subjects
Signs and Symptoms
Human Body
Physiological Phenomena
Internal Medicine
Popular Work
Abstract
Dr. Sarah Holper takes you on a tour through the human body, explaining the reason for common medical symptoms that cause concern. With interesting facts, personal anecdotes, insider doctor secrets and memorable patient encounters spread throughout this book, Dr. Holper lends her working knowledge to those seeking to understand just what's going on inside and outside their bodies -- Provided by publisher.
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781743797112
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB143 H657 2021

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Breast cancer book : a trusted guide for you and your loved ones

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123390
Miller. Kenneth D., Camp, Melissa, Steligo, Kathy. Baltimore, MD: John Hopkins University Press , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 M55 2021
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Miller. Kenneth D.
Camp, Melissa
Steligo, Kathy
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
John Hopkins University Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
xii, 442 p. : ill. ; 24 cm
Series
Johns Hopkins Press health book
R2 Library
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781421441917
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WP870 M55 2021
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.
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Caregiver's guide to cancer : compassionate advice for caring for you and your loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124322
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…
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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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When someone dies : a children's mindful how-to guide on grief and loss

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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,…
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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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Cancer and returning to work : a practical guide for cancer patients

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Parkinson, Maureen. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Psychosocial Oncology , 2014.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 P248 2014
Availability
9 copies, 9 available
More Information
Author
Parkinson, Maureen
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Psychosocial Oncology
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
74 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - complications
Return to Work
Employment
Workplace
Occupational therapy - methods
Rehabilitation, Vocational
Social Support
Life Change Events
Adaptation, Psychological
Survivors
BC Cancer Agency
Popular Work
ISBN
9781896624259
1896624251
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 P248 2014
Website Notes
.

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End-of-life handbook : a compassionate guide to connecting with and caring for a dying loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17609
Feldman, David B, Lasher, S. Andrew. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB310 F312f 2007
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
Author
Feldman, David B
Lasher, S. Andrew
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
x, 186 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Palliative Care
Terminally Ill
Attitude to Death
Family
Caregivers
Popular Work
ISBN
9781572245112
1572245115
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WB310 F312f 2007

Copies

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Doctor's guide to alternative medicine : what works, what doesn't, and why

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124328
Borins, Mel. Guilford, CT: Lyons Press , 2014.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WB890 B734 2014
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
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Author
Borins, Mel
Place of Publication
Guilford, CT
Publisher
Lyons Press
Publication Date
2014
Subjects
Popular Work
ISBN
9781493005956
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WB890 B734 2014

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Missing Available
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21 days to die : the Canadian guide to end of life

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Hochstetler, Linda. Manotick, ON,: Sumeru Press Inc., , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D7 H685c 2021
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
"This is a guide to end of life in the Canadian context. Chapters deal with issues such as palliative care, hospice, advanced care plans, how to recognize and respond to the stages of dying during the last 21 days, conversations to have, disposal of the body, and grief. Also included are many usefu…
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Alternate Title
Twenty-one days to die
Author
Hochstetler, Linda
Place of Publication
Manotick, ON,
Publisher
Sumeru Press Inc.,
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
161 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects
Popular Work
Attitude to Death
Palliative Treatment
Terminal Care
Hospice Care
Grief
Death and dying
Abstract
"This is a guide to end of life in the Canadian context. Chapters deal with issues such as palliative care, hospice, advanced care plans, how to recognize and respond to the stages of dying during the last 21 days, conversations to have, disposal of the body, and grief. Also included are many useful lists, websites, books and other resources for Canadians, presented in an easy-to-access form for sharing at a difficult time. Many of the resources include QR codes."-- Provided by publisher
ISBN
9781896559728
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D7 H685c 2021

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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