If you need support with practical issues such as money and housing concerns, the information in this section may be useful to you. It is meant as a guide and you can contact services directly for the most current information. Information in this section is also available in the BC_Cancer_financial_brochure_Sept2010.pdf 

• Financial Information - includes information on assistance with medical and prescription costs, income loss and childcare expenses.
  
  
• Home Support Services - includes information on homecare and continuing care and home aids.
  
  
• Interpretation Services - information on how to arrange interpretation services.
  
  
• Lodging & Housing - includes information on lodging and housing when first diagnosed, while receiving treatment and other housing assistance.
  
  
• Medical Services Plan - includes information on premium assistance, regular premium assistance and temporary premium assistance.
  
  
• Travel to Cancer Centres - includes information on bus passes, travel assistance program (TAP), volunteer drivers, other sources of help for travel, ambulance costs, air travel, car expenses and parking permits for people with disabilities.
  
  
• Work-related Issues - includes information on rehabilitation.

2011ResourceeGuideforChineseCancerPatients.pdf  - This is written in both English and Chinese.  It includes sources to get more information about cancer, treatment and emotional support; it also includes information on financial assistance, homecare, meal services, and childcare support.

Navigation Guide for Chinese Cancer Patients   - is written in bilingual Chinese and English. It includes information on the Chinese Peer Navigation Service, tips for preparing for medical appointments, tips for communication and finding support, floor guide, bilingual communication sheets to book the volunteer driver service, request counselling services and Library resources.

UsefulResourcesforChineseCancerPts2pagesBilingual2011Dec9.pdf  - is written in bilingual Chinese and English. It includes comprehensive resource information.

Acknowledgement:
All content contained within this section has been developed by Patient & Family Counselling Services, BC Cancer Agency.