Support services
The following support services are available at BC Cancer – Victoria. For more information, click the links below or call 250-519-5500 or toll-free (in BC)
1-800-670-3322.
An interpreter may be booked for appointments. To request an interpreter, mention it to the clerk when they contact you to set up your first appointment or call the
Provincial Language Service at
604-297-8400 or toll-free (within BC)
1-877-228-2557 to book in advance.
The
library offers a collection of resources to help patients and families cope with cancer. The library is located on the 3rd floor and is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (excluding statutory holidays). To contact a librarian,
email or call toll-free (within BC)
1-800-670-3322 ext. 695517.
Located on the 3rd floor, the Alex & Jo Campbell Patient & Family Support Centre features an extensive library dedicated to cancer specific publications as well as current information about community resources. The centre is also the place to access supportive care programs, including nutrition and education programs.
The pharmacy is located on the 2nd floor across from the 2nd floor reception and is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (excluding statutory holidays). To contact the pharmacy, call 250-519-5510 or toll-free (within BC) 1-800-670-3322 ext. 695510.
For more information on transportation assistance to and from cancer treatment appointments at BC Cancer – Victoria, visit
Transportation & Lodging.
Support is available for those looking for wigs and head coverings. For more information, download this
fact sheet or visit the Canadian Cancer Society
website.
The VOIS clinic is for people with gynecologic cancers. Cancer and its treatments can cause changes to your sexual health. Your sexual health is an important part of your overall health. A nurse practitioner is available to talk to you about your sexual health goals. They work with you to create a plan to support your needs. Speak with your doctor and ask for a referral to the VOIS clinic.
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