This group is offered at various times throughout the year. The focus of each groups is different.
Registration information
For people living with a brain tumour and their caregivers. This session is run by a counsellor and nurse practitioner.
Held on the first Wednesday of each month (not statutory holidays) from 9:30 to 11:00 am.
To register, please call 604-877-6000 ext. 672194.
This group is run by a social worker and a nurse. It is a drop-in group for Chinese-speaking people with cancer and their supporters. The Group is a safe place to share feelings and thoughts about dealing with emotions and coping with cancer.
Sessions are offered in Cantonese and Mandarin. See calendar above for dates and times.
Register for Cantonese support group
Register for Mandarin support group
Information about head & neck cancer, ideas for coping, and time to connect and share experiences with others.
First Thursday of each month, 10:15-11:45am. To register, please call 250.519.5525
Vancouver Head & Neck Support Group: For people with head & neck cancer who are being treared at BC Cancer - Vancouver. See calendar above for times and registration.
Covers issues around looking for work such as resume gaps, disclosure of health history, asking for work accomodation and legal rights and responsibilities.
This seminar is offered 4 times a year. See calendar above.
A welcoming group for people who have metastatic or incurable cancer. The focus is on living well and sharing your experience with others who understand. You can ask questions and share information and tips with each other in a friendly and relaxed setting. The group is run by a BC Cancer Counsellor.
See calendar above for dates and times. To register, please call 604-930-4000.
Our mindfulness programs can help you manage stress and learn how to improve your quality of life. Programs vary from a 3-week mindfulness workshop to an 8-week Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program. With all of these, a commitment to regular home practice is highly encouraged.
Offered 4-5 times per year. If you are interested, please complete
this form. We will contact you when the next program opens.
Our guided imagery and music therapy experience can promote relaxation and nervous system regulation. Groups are led by certified music therapist Carolyn Neapole. A BC Cancer counsellor also runs the session. No experience needed and everyone is welcome.
Sessions are Tuesdays 2:30 – 3:30pm and Thursdays 10:30 – 11:30am.
To register, please call 604-877-6000 ext. 672194
For people returning to their former workplace after cancer treatment. This two part seminar will discuss ways to get ready for return to work, insurance issues, improving workplace well-being, employment rights and negotiating return to work.
This seminar is offered 4 times a year.
For more information, please call 604-877-6000 ext. 672194
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