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 Financial Information for Cancer Patients booklet.

• 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.

Resource Guide for Chinese Cancer Patients (Lower Mainland)  - 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.

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