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100 questions and answers about caring for family or friends with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18874
Rose, Susannah, Hara, Richard T. Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett Publishers , 2011. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 R797 2010
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
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  1 read online  
Alternate Title
One hundred questions and answers about caring for family or friends with cancer
Author
Rose, Susannah
Hara, Richard T
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Sudbury, MA
Publisher
Jones and Bartlett Publishers
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
ix, 204 p. ; 23 cm.
Series
R2 Library
100 questions & answers
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Caregivers - psychology
Family
Home Care Services
Popular Work
ISBN
9780763762575
0763762571
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ201 R797 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.
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100 questions and answers about caring for family or friends with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13950
Rose, Susannah, Hara, Richard. Sudbury, Ma.: Jones and Bartlett Publishers , c2005. 1st ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 R797 2005
Availability
5 copies, 5 available
Provides answers to common caregivers' questions, including finding the right doctor and treatment; emotional and physical support; insurance issues; relationships; and finding care for the caregiver.
More Information
Alternate Title
One hundred questions and answers about caring for family or friends with cancer
Author
Rose, Susannah
Hara, Richard
Edition
1st ed.
Place of Publication
Sudbury, Ma.
Publisher
Jones and Bartlett Publishers
Publication Date
c2005
Physical Description
xi, 223 p. ; 22 cm.
Series
100 questions & answers
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Caregivers - psychology
Family
Home Care Services
Popular Work
Abstract
Provides answers to common caregivers' questions, including finding the right doctor and treatment; emotional and physical support; insurance issues; relationships; and finding care for the caregiver.
ISBN
0763723614 (pbk.)
9780763723613
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 R797 2005

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Being a cancer patient's carer : a guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13896
Finegan, Wesley C. Oxford: Radcliffe Publishing , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 F495b 2005
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
Author
Finegan, Wesley C
Place of Publication
Oxford
Publisher
Radcliffe Publishing
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
ix, 189 p. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Social Support
Family
Caregivers - psychology
Popular Work
ISBN
185775638X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 F495b 2005

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Breast cancer husband : how to help your wife (and yourself) through diagnosis, treatment, and beyond

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13817
Silver, Marc. Emmaus, PA: Rodale , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 S587 2004
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
A guide for men whose wives or girlfriends have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Helps readers deal with the diagnosis, addressing men's stereotypical reactions (usually saying little, followed by overbearing urges to fix the problem) and advises them how to behave (ask questions and, more import…
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Author
Silver, Marc
Place of Publication
Emmaus, PA
Publisher
Rodale
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
xv, 319 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Spouses
Family Relations
Caregivers - psychology
Popular Work
Abstract
A guide for men whose wives or girlfriends have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Helps readers deal with the diagnosis, addressing men's stereotypical reactions (usually saying little, followed by overbearing urges to fix the problem) and advises them how to behave (ask questions and, more importantly, listen). Also examines the various treatments and suggests ways for readers to find sexual intimacy after mastectomy.
ISBN
1579548334
9781579548339
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
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 S587 2004

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Caregiver's guide for Canadians

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21235
Lauber, Rick. North Vancouver, BC: Self-Counsel Press , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WT120 L366 2010
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Lauber, Rick
Place of Publication
North Vancouver, BC
Publisher
Self-Counsel Press
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
139 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Caregivers - psychology
Aged
Adult Children
Parents
Family Relations
Home Nursing
Self Care
Housing for the Elderly
Popular Work
ISBN
9781770400405
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Library
Call Number
WT120 L366 2010

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Dream new dreams : reimagining my life after loss

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20846
Pausch, Jai. New York, NY: Crown Archetype , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 P334 2012
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Pausch, Jai
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Crown Archetype
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xi, 228 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Caregivers - psychology
Pancreatic Neoplasms
Family Relations
Death - psychology
Autobiography
ISBN
9780307888501
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 P334 2012

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Facing cancer : a complete guide for people with cancer, their families, and caregivers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14279
New York, NY: McGraw-Hill , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 F141s 2004
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Includes information about causes and treatments, as well as the emotional aspects of living with this diagnosis. Discusses complementary therapies, faith and prayer, and medical advice on nutritional and health-building lifestyle changes.
More Information
Editor
Stern, Theodore A
Sekeres, Mikkael A
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
xxii, 450 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - complications
Caregivers - psychology
Family
Popular Work
Abstract
Includes information about causes and treatments, as well as the emotional aspects of living with this diagnosis. Discusses complementary therapies, faith and prayer, and medical advice on nutritional and health-building lifestyle changes.
ISBN
9780071414913
0071414916
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 F141s 2004

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Husband's guide to breast cancer : a complete and concise plan for every stage

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120170
Outcalt, Todd. Indianapolis: Blue River Press , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Outcalt, Todd
Place of Publication
Indianapolis
Publisher
Blue River Press
Publication Date
2013
Series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Spouses
Family Relations
Caregivers - psychology
Social Support
Popular Work
ISBN
9781935628323
9781935628811
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca to obtain a username and password from the Library.
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http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=634881
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Living with cancer : a guide for people with cancer and their caregivers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15234
Canadian Cancer Society. [Toronto, ON]: Canadian Cancer Society , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 L786c 2005
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Canadian Cancer Society
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
92 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Family
Counseling
Neoplasms - psychology
Caregivers - psychology
Social Support
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ200 L786c 2005

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Passages in caregiving : turning chaos into confidence

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21694
Sheehy, Gail. New York, NY: Harper , 2011. 1st ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WY200 S541 2011
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
Author
Sheehy, Gail
Edition
1st ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Harper
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
xv, 396 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Caregivers - psychology
Chronic Disease
Family Relations
Home Nursing
ISBN
9780061661204
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WY200 S541 2011

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Surviving cancer as a family and helping co-survivors thrive

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19252
Santa Barbara, CA: Praeger , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ200 S963 2010
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
When cancer comes home : family matters by Catherine A. Marshall; My journey : learning what matters by Mark Clark; Making new meanings : cancer and the family by Sarah Sample; Helping parents understand cancer in children and young adults : parents?s guide to meeting the educational needs of thei…
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Editor
Marshall, Catherine A
Place of Publication
Santa Barbara, CA
Publisher
Praeger
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xxvi, 189 p. ; 25 cm.
Series
Disability insights and issues
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Family - psychology
Survivors - psychology
Caregivers - psychology
Family Health
Family Relations
Abstract
When cancer comes home : family matters by Catherine A. Marshall
My journey : learning what matters by Mark Clark
Making new meanings : cancer and the family by Sarah Sample
Helping parents understand cancer in children and young adults : parents?s guide to meeting the educational needs of their child with cancer by Lena Gaddis
Helping children and young adults understand parental cancer by Mika Niemela¨ and Leena Va¨isa¨nen
A daughter?s acceptance by Deirdre Cobb-Roberts
A granddaughter?s story by Monica R. Robinson
Why me? Why anybody? by Sharon R. Johnson
Trees don?t mourn the autumn : a creative response by Alice F. Chang, with Paul Donnelly
Listening with the heart to "unspoken" needs : Latina perspectives on coping and living with cancer / Alma E. Flores ... [et al.].
We are family : coping with cancer in the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered community by Sarah Sample
Finding support through use of the Internet by Ilkka Saarnio, with Lorraine Johnston
Finding funds to help with cancer treatment by Maria C. Figueroa
Finding strength and celebrating life by Rose Gordon
Finding untapped resources and learning new skills through professional counseling by Joyce DeVoss
When cancer came home : memories of my mother, directions for my life by Rebecca Paradies
Finding your own way : living with chronic illness or a shade of gray by Anne Mallett
Conclusion : what about family-focused intervention? by Catherine A. Marshall.
ISBN
9780313378942
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
QZ200 S963 2010

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Truth of it : an unscripted video series about cancer : caregiver experience

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120821
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer. [Toronto, ON]: Cancer View Canada , [2010].
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 T875c 2010 v.7
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Sisters. Husbands. Daughters. Fathers. Familiar roles transform when one cares for a family member or close friend living with cancer. Watching these videos will allow you to meet someone who has cared for a loved one with cancer.
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Cancer View Canada
Publication Date
[2010]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (approximately 100 min.)
Series
Truth of it 7
Subjects
Caregivers - psychology
Neoplasms - psychology
Adaptation, Psychological
Palliative Care
Social Support
Family Relations
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
Abstract
Sisters. Husbands. Daughters. Fathers. Familiar roles transform when one cares for a family member or close friend living with cancer. Watching these videos will allow you to meet someone who has cared for a loved one with cancer.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
QZ201 T875c 2010 v.7
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https://www.partnershipagainstcancer.ca/topics/truth-of-it-video-series/

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