Childhood Cancer Canada – The EmPower Pack Program
https://www.childhoodcancer.ca/SpecialPages/Forms/Empower-Packs
As a parent to a newly diagnosed child, apply for the EmPower Pack Program to receive personalized packages including information and resources on expectations and coping. Learn more about the CCC here: https://youtu.be/EzpO8YrkVRU?feature=shared.
CaringTogether.Life
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CaringTogether.life is a free platform designed to educate, support, and empower parents caring for a seriously ill child and those who are experiencing pregnancy or infant loss. It was developed by families and pediatric healthcare providers in Canada.
Canadian Cancer Society – Community Services Locator:
Find services and programs for people living with cancer and their family and friends. The site has many filters to help people find exactly what they are looking for at the closest distance.
NEGU Resource Guide:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/64k5tpowz3k93bo/Resource%20Guide%20Updated%20May%202021.pdf?dl=0
NEGU has created a comprehensive resource guide package that includes eleven sections.
Ollie’s Orchestra Resource Page:
https://www.olliesorchestra.org/familyresources
Includes various resources and websites for parents and caregivers. https://www.olliesorchestra.org/familyresources
Packing List for Infants, Children and Families for Inpatient Hospital Stays
More Family Support Resources:
- https://childrensoncologygroup.org/patients-and-families
- https://www.braintumour.ca/care-support/pediatric-family-support
- https://www.braintumour.ca/virtual-pediatric-and-family-support/
- https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/caregiver-support/parents
- https://www.cancer.net/navigating-cancer-care/children
- https://www.cancer.net/navigating-cancer-care/children/childhood-cancer-resources
- https://www.cancer.net/navigating-cancer-care/financial-considerations/financial-resources
- https://www.childhoodcancerinternational.org/news-and-resources/information-and-learning-materials
- https://www.pbtc.org/resources.html
- http://www.curethekids.org/family-resources/
- https://www.mysticmag.com/news/resources-for-cancer-survivors (Includes clinics, support groups, and charities throughout North America, primarily within the US).
- Families can contact their local church, synagogue etc. Many will provide some kind of help.
- https://talisfund.org/resources/websites-and-resource-guides/ (Includes various programs offering financial, emotional, and hospital support within Alberta).
- https://u-link.care/
Visit our Online Support Groups page for additional websites and resources specific to particular tumour types.