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Camp Goodtimes

Camp Goodtimes provides a safety-focused, medically supervised, fun and recreational experience for children and teens affected by cancer and their families.more info

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Canadian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon
565 W 10th Ave
, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4J4
Local: (604) 675-7141
Toll-Free: 1-800-663-2524 ext. 7141
Fax: (604) 675-7124
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Canadian Cancer Society

Get trusted cancer information, locate community services, find help with travel & accommodations, borrow wigs & prosthesis, talk to someone who’s been there, adjust to life after treatment.more info

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Candian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon
565 W 10th Ave
, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4J4
Cancer Information Service: 1-888-939-3333
Division Office: (604) 872-4400
Fax: (604) 872-4113
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Cancer Connection

Peer support for people with cancer and their caregivers.more info

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Canadian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon
565 W 10th Ave
, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4J4
Toll-Free: 1-800-822-8664
Local: (604) 675-7148
Fax: (604) 675-7301
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FIRST CALL HEALTH AND HOME CARE SERVICES

First Call Health and Home Care Services is one of the most trusted Home Care Agency for Respite Care in Vancouver, BC. We offer Free Consultation.Available 24/7 · Highly Trained Caregivers.No Long-Term Contracts.Your most affordable service provider, ready to go the extra mile, we are at your service.Request for a free service assessment today and get 2 hours of professional service from our bonded Caregivers.We will come to you in Surrey, White rock, Langley, Burnaby, Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam, Delta,Port Moody, Mapple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, New Westminster, anywhere in Greater Vancouver area and will not charge any extra hidden fees. Example of our affordable services include the following below:more info

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101a-14914 104 Avenue
, Surrey, BC, V3R 1M7
Phone: (604) 868-3459
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GLA:D Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis Program

This program uses a combination of education and physiotherapist-led exercise training to help empower those with osteoarthritis to reduce pain and improve activity without the the need of added pain killers. It has an excellent success rate in helping individuals with hip and knee osteoarthritis reduce pain and painkiller use, increase levels of physical activity, improve quality of life, and even decrease the need for joint surgery! More information on GLA:D, including research findings can be found at www.gladcanada.ca.more info

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Wellness Garage
1523 Johnston Rd
, White Rock, BC, V4B 3Z6
Phone: (604) 535-7010
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Jean C Barber Lodge

Affordable accommodations located across from the BC Cancer Agency – Vancouver Centre. A home away from home during cancer treatment with meals and support services.more info

Address / Contact Info
Candian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon
575 W 10th Ave
, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4C3
Phone: (604) 879-9131
Fax: (604) 675-7131
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Mesothelioma Prognosis Network

The Mesothelioma Prognosis Network is an advocacy group that provides free resources and advice to patients and families afflicted by mesothelioma.more info

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200 Continental Drive , Suite #504
, Newark, DE, 19713
Toll-free: 1-855-859-5263
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Mesothelioma Trust Fund

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Toll-free: 1-800-215-9896
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New Normal

Adjust to life after breast or colorectal cancer.more info

Address / Contact Info
Canadian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon
565 W 10th Ave
, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4J4
Toll-Free: 1-800-822-8664
Local: (604) 675-7148
Fax: (604) 675-7301
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Self-Management BC

Self-Management BC provides support for people living with chronic diseases such as diabetes, chronic pain, cancer, heart, kidney and lung diseases, arthritis, lupus, Parkinson, MS, etc. We offer:
- COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS (Diabetes, Chronic Pain, Chronic Conditions, Cancer: Thriving & Surviving) that are led by peer leaders and run for 2.5 hours for 6 weeks.
- HEALCH COACH PROGRAM that involves volunteer health coaches providing weekly 30 minutes telephone coaching for 3 – 6 months for individuals wanting to improve their confidence and motivation to become healthier. Individuals are paired with coaches based on gender and possibly shared chronic conditions.
- ONLINE WORKSHOPS (Chronic Conditions) that are flexible, self-paced, available 24/7. more info

Address / Contact Info
University of Victoria, Institute of Aging & Lifelong Health
Ste 210, 4907 Chisholm St
, Delta, BC, V4K 2K6
Main: (604) 940-1273
Toll Free: 1-866-902-3767
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