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Houlker, Julie, Standeven, Glenda, Rickaby, Michelle. Chilliwack, BC: Choosing to Smile Publications , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H838 2009
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
Alternate Title
Choosing to smile : inspirational life stories of three friends who happened to have cancer
Author
Houlker, Julie
Standeven, Glenda
Rickaby, Michelle
Place of Publication
Chilliwack, BC
Publisher
Choosing to Smile Publications
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xi, 415 p. : ill. : 23 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Bone Neoplasms - psychology
Hodgkin Disease - psychology
Survivors - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Personal Narratives
ISBN
9781986522703
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H838 2009

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How to be a friend to a friend who's sick

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114393
Pogrebin, Letty Cottin. Philadelphia, PA: PublicAffairs , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 P746 2013
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Pogrebin, Letty Cottin
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
PublicAffairs
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
xiii, 283 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Interpersonal Relations
Friends
Social Support
Helping Behavior
Communication
Caregivers
Disease - psychology
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781610393744
9781610392839
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 P746 2013

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Cancer in the family : take control of your genetic inheritance

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114763
Ross, Theodora. New York, NY: Avery , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ210 R826 2016
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
Author
Ross, Theodora
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Avery
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
xv, 286 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - genetics
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Genes, BRCA1
Genetic Counseling
Genetic Testing
Neoplastic Syndromes, Hereditary
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781101982839
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
QZ210 R826 2016
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Heart of a champion : inspirational stories of people who have overcome many of life's challenging adversities

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14808
Winnipeg, MB: Children's Programs , 2000.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM171 H436 2000
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Truthwaite, Rob
Place of Publication
Winnipeg, MB
Publisher
Children's Programs
Publication Date
2000
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological - popular works
Social Adjustment - psychology
Disabled Persons
Chronic Disease - popular works
Child
Emotions
Motivation
Juvenile Literature
Personal Narratives
ISBN
1550567837
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM171 H436 2000

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Pandora's DNA : tracing the breast cancer genes through history, science, and one family tree

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114187
Stark, Lizzie. Chicago, IL: Chicago Review Press , 2014.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 S795 2014
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Stark, Lizzie
Place of Publication
Chicago, IL
Publisher
Chicago Review Press
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
324 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - history
Breast Neoplasms - genetics
Mastectomy - history
Genetic Screening
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Genes, BRCA1
Genes, BRCA2
Personal Narratives
Autobiography
Popular Work
ISBN
9781613748602
1613748604
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 S795 2014

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There's no place like hope : a guide to beating cancer in mind-sized bites : a book of hope, help, and inspiration for cancer patients and their families

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10046
Girard, Vickie, Zadra, Dan. Lynwood, WA: Compendium, Inc. , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 G518 2001
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Author
Girard, Vickie
Zadra, Dan
Place of Publication
Lynwood, WA
Publisher
Compendium, Inc.
Publication Date
2001
Physical Description
xx, 161 p. ; 17 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Hope
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
9781888387414
1888387416
9781932319705
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 G518 2001

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How to be a cancer patient : a proven approach for optimizing your role in your cancer treatment

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124459
Boothman, Jeff. Powell, OH: Igniting Souls Publishing Agency , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 B725 2022
Availability
4 copies, 3 available
"How To Be A Cancer Patient delivers universal tools, in an easy to understand format, that addresses these vital needs for patients with any type of cancer diagnosis. The easy-to-use tools and strategies were developed through the experiences of a process driven cancer survivor who endured two sur…
Author
Boothman, Jeff
Place of Publication
Powell, OH
Publisher
Igniting Souls Publishing Agency
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
xiii, 155 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
Cancer Survivors
Self Care - handbooks
Abstract
"How To Be A Cancer Patient delivers universal tools, in an easy to understand format, that addresses these vital needs for patients with any type of cancer diagnosis. The easy-to-use tools and strategies were developed through the experiences of a process driven cancer survivor who endured two surgeries, 15+ days of inpatient hospital stays for chemo and complications and 15 doses of radiation. It also includes honest, raw and sometimes hilarious accounts on how these tools were developed during the course of a LOT of cancer treatment."-- From Amazon
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9798885831611
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 B725 2022

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Healing a friend's grieving heart : 100 practical ideas for helping someone you love through loss

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13886
Wolfelt, Alan. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 W855h 2001
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Outlines the fundamental principles of companioning a friend, from committing to contact the friend regularly to being mindful of the anniversary of the death.
Author
Wolfelt, Alan
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2001
Series
100 idea series
Subjects
Grief
Loss - popular works
Death - psychology
Adolescent
Popular Work
Abstract
Outlines the fundamental principles of companioning a friend, from committing to contact the friend regularly to being mindful of the anniversary of the death.
ISBN
1879651262
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 W855h 2001

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Path through loss : a guide to writing your healing and growth

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6634
Reeves, Nancy C. [Victoria, BC?]: Grieving Issues , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 R332p 1999
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Each section is divided by an illustration to encourage centring and meditation. For those who do not wish to write, blank sections can be used for photographs, drawings, dried flowers, clippings etc.
Author
Reeves, Nancy C
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Grieving Issues
Publication Date
1999
Subjects
Grief
Loss
Popular Work
Abstract
Each section is divided by an illustration to encourage centring and meditation. For those who do not wish to write, blank sections can be used for photographs, drawings, dried flowers, clippings etc.
ISBN
0968484409
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 R332p 1999

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Grief recovery for teens : letting go of painful emotions with body-based practices

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124347
Lamia, Mary C. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association , 2017.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 2017
Author
Lamia, Mary C.
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
American Psychological Association
Publication Date
2017
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief
Loss
Popular Work
ISBN
9781626258532
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 2017
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Beyond grief : a guide for recovering from the death of a loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9932
Staudacher, Carol. Oakland, Ca.: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. , 1987.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 S798b 1987
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Staudacher, Carol
Place of Publication
Oakland, Ca.
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Publication Date
1987
Physical Description
144 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Social Support
Popular Work
ISBN
0934986436
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 S798b 1987

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Living with grief when illness is prolonged

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog3633
Washington, DC: Hospice Foundation of America , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 L785 1997 v.6
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Editor
Doka, Kenneth J
Davidson, Joyce D
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
Hospice Foundation of America
Publication Date
1997
Physical Description
xii, 220 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Death
Loss
Popular Work
ISBN
9781560327035
1560327030
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 L785 1997 v.6

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Grief isn't something to get over : finding a home for memories and emotions after losing a loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124346
Lamia, Mary C. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association , 2022.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 L231g 2022
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Author
Lamia, Mary C.
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
American Psychological Association
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
x, 223 pages ; 22 cm
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief
Loss
Popular Work
ISBN
9781433837944
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 L231g 2022

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Grieving is loving : compassionate words for bearing the unbearable

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124348
Cacciatore, Joanne. Somerville, MA: Wisdom Publications , 2020.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 C118 2020
Availability
2 copies, 1 available
Author
Cacciatore, Joanne
Place of Publication
Somerville, MA
Publisher
Wisdom Publications
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
xvi, 112 pages ; 18 cm
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief
Loss
Popular Work
ISBN
9781614297017
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 C118 2020

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Taste : my life through food

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124456
Tucci, Stanley. New York, NY: Gallery Books , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QL756 T886 2021
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
"From award-winning actor and food obsessive Stanley Tucci comes an intimate and charming memoir of life in and out of the kitchen"-- Provided by publisher
Author
Tucci, Stanley
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Gallery Books
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
291 pages ; 24 cm
Subjects
Popular Work
Personal Narratives
Cooking
Nutrition
Abstract
"From award-winning actor and food obsessive Stanley Tucci comes an intimate and charming memoir of life in and out of the kitchen"-- Provided by publisher
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781982168018
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QL756 T886 2021

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Gift of hope : how we survive our tragedies

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Veninga, Robert L. [Boston, MA]: Little, Brown and Co. , 1985.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
HQ1412 V461 1985
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Veninga, Robert L
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Little, Brown and Co.
Publication Date
1985
Subjects
Grief
Death
Attitude to Death
Popular Work
ISBN
0316899046
034541036X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
HQ1412 V461 1985

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Modern loss : candid conversation about grief : beginners welcome

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124349
Soffer, Rebecca, Birkner, Gabrielle. New York, NY: Harper Wave , 2018.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 S681c 2018
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Soffer, Rebecca
Birkner, Gabrielle
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Harper Wave
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
xxiii, 355 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm
Subjects
Bereavement
Grief
Loss
Blogging
Popular Work
ISBN
9780062499189
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 S681c 2018

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How to live when a loved one dies : healing meditations for grief and loss

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124435
Nhat Hanh, Thich. Berkeley, CA: Parallax Press , 2021.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF789 D4 N576 2021
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
"In this book that offers relief to anyone moving though intense grief and loss, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh shares accessible, comforting words of wisdom on how to transform our suffering in the face of death"-- Provided by publisher
Author
Nhat Hanh, Thich
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
Parallax Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
166 pages ; 18 cm
Subjects
Popular Work
Poetry
Grief
Loss
Bereavement
Abstract
"In this book that offers relief to anyone moving though intense grief and loss, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh shares accessible, comforting words of wisdom on how to transform our suffering in the face of death"-- Provided by publisher
Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.
ISBN
9781946764805
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF789 D4 N576 2021

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Widow to widow : thoughtful, practical ideas for rebuilding your life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14875
Ginsburg, Genevieve Davis. Cambridge, MA: Da Capo Press , 1997. rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G493 1997
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
The author offers fellow widows, as well as their family and friends, advice for coping with the loss of a husband.
Author
Ginsburg, Genevieve Davis
Edition
rev. ed.
Place of Publication
Cambridge, MA
Publisher
Da Capo Press
Publication Date
1997
Subjects
Widowhood - psychology
Grief
Bereavement
Popular Work
Abstract
The author offers fellow widows, as well as their family and friends, advice for coping with the loss of a husband.
ISBN
0738209961
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G493 1997

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Understanding your grief : ten essential touchstones for finding hope and healing your heart

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13894
Wolfelt, Alan. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2003.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 W853u 20503
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Explaining the important difference between grief and mourning, this book explores every mourner's need to acknowledge death and embrace the pain of loss. Also explored are the many factors that make each person's grief unique and the many normal thoughts and feelings mourners might have. Questions…
Author
Wolfelt, Alan
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2003
Physical Description
vi, 164 p. ; 23cm.
Subjects
Grief
Death - psychology
Hope
Popular Work
Abstract
Explaining the important difference between grief and mourning, this book explores every mourner's need to acknowledge death and embrace the pain of loss. Also explored are the many factors that make each person's grief unique and the many normal thoughts and feelings mourners might have. Questions of spirituality and religion are addressed as well.
ISBN
1879651351 (pbk.)
9781879651357
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 W853u 20503

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