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Mira's month

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120875
Weinstein-Stern, Deborah, Roy, Beth. Highland Park, IL: BMT Newsletter , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 W424 1994
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
With love and help from friends, family and teachers, 4 year old Mira adapts while her mom is in the hospital being treated for cancer.
More Information
Author
Weinstein-Stern, Deborah
Roy, Beth
Place of Publication
Highland Park, IL
Publisher
BMT Newsletter
Publication Date
1994
Physical Description
32 unnumbered pages : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Child
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
With love and help from friends, family and teachers, 4 year old Mira adapts while her mom is in the hospital being treated for cancer.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 W424 1994

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Our family has cancer, too!

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog10985
Clifford, Christine, Lindstrom, Jack. Duluth, Mn.: University of Minnesota Press , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 C638 1998
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
When their mother is diagnosed with cancer, sixth grader Tim and his younger brother visit her in the hospital, learn about radiation and chemotherapy, and help with the chores at home
More Information
Author
Clifford, Christine
Lindstrom, Jack
Place of Publication
Duluth, Mn.
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
64 p. : ill. ; 16 cm
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Life Change Events
Family
Parent-Child Relations
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
When their mother is diagnosed with cancer, sixth grader Tim and his younger brother visit her in the hospital, learn about radiation and chemotherapy, and help with the chores at home
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 PFC (F0000696, F0002511)
ISBN
0816641862
9780816641864
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 C638 1998

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency SUR Cancer Info Ctr Surrey PFC Available
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How I coped when mommy died

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15432
Blake, Brett Hardy, Hope, Lori. [Boston, MA]: Fanlight Productions , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 B636 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Blake, Brett Hardy
Hope, Lori
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Fanlight Productions
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
26 minutes ; booklet
Subjects
Loss - psychology
Death - psychology
Grief
Bereavement
Parent-Child Relations
Adolescent
Child
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
1572958308
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 B636 1999

Copies

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Waiting for the whales

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121686
McFarlane, Sheryl, Lightburn, Ron (ill.). [Victoria, BC?]: Orca Book Publishers , 1991.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 M478 1991
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
McFarlane, Sheryl
Lightburn, Ron (ill.)
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Publication Date
1991
Physical Description
32 unnumbered pages : col. ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Death
Loss
Love
Grandparents
Child
Juvenile Literature
Pictorial Works
Popular Work
ISBN
9780920501962
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 M478 1991

Copies

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Cool cats, calm kids : relaxation and stress management for young people

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120876
Williams, Mary. San Luis Obispo, CA: Impact Publishers , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WS350.2 W721 1996
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Summary: Uses cats and their lifestyles to present techniques to help young people deal with stress. Ages 7-12 years.
More Information
Author
Williams, Mary
Place of Publication
San Luis Obispo, CA
Publisher
Impact Publishers
Publication Date
1996
Physical Description
27 p. : ill. ; 14 cm.
Subjects
Relaxation Therapy - methods
Stress, Psychological - therapy
Psychology, Child
Child
Anxiety
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
Summary: Uses cats and their lifestyles to present techniques to help young people deal with stress. Ages 7-12 years.
ISBN
0915166941
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WS350.2 W721 1996

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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The velveteen rabbit

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120873
Williams, Margery, Green, Donna. New York, NY: Smithmark Publishers , 1995.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 W721 1995
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Summary: By the time the velveteen rabbit is dirty, worn out, and about to be burned, he has almost given up hope of ever finding the magic called Real.
More Information
Alternate Title
The velveteen rabbit : or how toys become real
Velveteen rabbit
Author
Williams, Margery
Green, Donna
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Smithmark Publishers
Publication Date
1995
Physical Description
[51 unnumbered pages] : col. ill. ; 32 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Grief
Loss
Love
Play and playthings
Child
Pictorial Works
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
Summary: By the time the velveteen rabbit is dirty, worn out, and about to be burned, he has almost given up hope of ever finding the magic called Real.
ISBN
083179117
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 W721 1995

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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When a parent has cancer : a guide to caring for your children

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog4394
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H296 1997
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
Author
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Publication Date
1997
Physical Description
xx, 198 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - psychology
Family Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
0060187093
9780060187095
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H296 1997

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr 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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Yours, mine and our children's grief : a parent's guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog8652
Mertick, Elva. Calgary, Alta.: Alberta Funeral Service Association , 1991.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 M575 1991
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Outlines how pre-school, older children and adolescents grieve and how to assist them through the process.
More Information
Author
Mertick, Elva
Place of Publication
Calgary, Alta.
Publisher
Alberta Funeral Service Association
Publication Date
1991
Subjects
Grief
Parent-Child Relations
Infant
Child
Popular Work
Abstract
Outlines how pre-school, older children and adolescents grieve and how to assist them through the process.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 M575 1991

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 VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Kids tell kids what it's like when their mother or father has cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16481
Nessim, Susan. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 N465k 1998
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
This documentary encourages children to discuss their concerns and fears by showing them other kids have similar feelings. Fear, anger, guilt, and jealousy are all discussed.
More Information
Author
Nessim, Susan
Place of Publication
Los Angeles, CA
Publisher
Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
15 minutes
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
This documentary encourages children to discuss their concerns and fears by showing them other kids have similar feelings. Fear, anger, guilt, and jealousy are all discussed.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 N465k 1998

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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What do I tell my children?

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20036
Woodward, Joanne, Kussmann, Leslie. Millis, MA: Aquarius Productions , 1991.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 W555 1991
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Woodward, Joanne
Kussmann, Leslie
Place of Publication
Millis, MA
Publisher
Aquarius Productions
Publication Date
1991
Physical Description
30 minutes
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Infant
Child
Parent-Child Relations
Grief
Popular Work
ISBN
1581400659
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 W555 1991

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Hear how I feel

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15246
Northeastern Ontario Regional Cancer Centre. Sudbury, Ont.: BBS, MCTV , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H435 1996
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Alternate Title
Ecoutez mon histoire
Corporate Author
Northeastern Ontario Regional Cancer Centre
Place of Publication
Sudbury, Ont.
Publisher
BBS, MCTV
Publication Date
1996
Physical Description
25 minutes ; 1 booklet
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Parent-Child Relations
Adolescent Psychology
Popular Work
Language
English
French
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 H435 1996

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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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
More Information
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

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Living in the postmastectomy body : learning to live in and love your body again

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6675
Zuckweiler, Becky. [Vancouver, BC?]: Hartley & Marks Publishers Inc. , 1998.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 Z94 1998
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Zuckweiler, Becky
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Hartley & Marks Publishers Inc.
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
xiii, 273 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Mastectomy - rehabilitation
Mastectomy - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
0881791520
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 Z94 1998

Copies

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When someone you love is depressed : how to help your loved one without losing yourself

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20494
Rosen, Laura Epstein, Amador, Xavier Francisco. New York, NY: Fireside , 1997 | 1996. 1st Fireside ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM171.5 R813 1997
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Rosen, Laura Epstein
Amador, Xavier Francisco
Edition
1st Fireside ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Fireside
Publication Date
1997
1996
Physical Description
x, 262 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Depression
Family Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
0684834073
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM171.5 R813 1997

Copies

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Caring for loved ones at home : an illustrated, easy to follow guide to short or long-term care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9856
Van Bommel, Harry. Scarborough, Ont.: Resources Supporting Family and Community Legacies Inc. , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 V217 1999
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
Author
Van Bommel, Harry
Place of Publication
Scarborough, Ont.
Publisher
Resources Supporting Family and Community Legacies Inc.
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
120 p, : ill. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Home Nursing
Family Relations
Caregivers
Self Care
Physician-Patient Relations
Communication
Popular Work
ISBN
1553070003
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 V217 1999

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency PG 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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When life becomes precious : a guide for loved ones and friends of cancer patients

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog1680
Babcock, Elise NeeDell. [Toronto, ON]: Bantam Books , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 B112 1997
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Babcock, Elise NeeDell
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Bantam Books
Publication Date
1997
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Family Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
0553378694
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 B112 1997

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
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When words matter most : thoughtful words and deeds to express just the right thing at just the right time

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15658
Spizman, Robyn Freedman. New York, NY: Crown Publishers, Inc. , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF637 C45 S761 1996
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Alternate Title
When words matter most
Author
Spizman, Robyn Freedman
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Crown Publishers, Inc.
Publication Date
1996
Physical Description
126 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Interpersonal Relations
Communication
Writing
Emotions
Empathy
Popular Work
ISBN
0517704064
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF637 C45 S761 1996

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Cancer Info Ctr Available
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Is there anything I can do? : helping a friend when times are tough

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113438
Gordon, Sol. New York, NY: Delacorte Press , 1994.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 F66 G665 1994
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Gordon, Sol
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Delacorte Press
Publication Date
1994
Physical Description
xvi, 220 p. ; 19 cm.
Subjects
Helping Behavior
Interpersonal Relations
Friends
Social Support
Popular Work
ISBN
9780385299008
0385299001
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 F66 G665 1994

Copies

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Anatomy of the spirit : the seven stages of power and healing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9703
Myss, Caroline. New York, NY: Three Rivers Press , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172 M998a 1996
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Myss, Caroline
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Three Rivers Press
Publication Date
1996
Subjects
Mental Healing
Mind Body Relations (Metaphysics)
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
0609800140
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM172 M998a 1996

Copies

c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Cancer Info Ctr Missing Available
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Spouse to spouse : what it's like when your partner has cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16480
Nessim, Susan. Los Angeles, CA: Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 S765 1999
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Husbands and wives of people with cancer discuss their deepest emotions, sharing their fears and hopes as both partner and caregiver. The spouses, from varied backgrounds and at different stages in their lives, speak to how the illness tests the strength and endurance of their marriage. This 17 mi…
More Information
Author
Nessim, Susan
Corporate Author
Cancervive
Place of Publication
Los Angeles, CA
Publisher
Susan Nessim Keeney/Cancervive
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
17 minutes
Subjects
Spouses
Social Support
Neoplasms - psychology
Communication
Interpersonal Relations
Popular Work
Abstract
Husbands and wives of people with cancer discuss their deepest emotions, sharing their fears and hopes as both partner and caregiver. The spouses, from varied backgrounds and at different stages in their lives, speak to how the illness tests the strength and endurance of their marriage. This 17 minute documentary will help spouses of people with cancer articulate difficult feelings and encourage greater communication between partners.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ200 S765 1999

Copies

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