Advanced Cancer

Overview

American Cancer Society

• Understanding Advanced Cancer, Metastatic Cancer and Bone Metastasis
• Treating Advanced Cancer
• Managing Symptoms of Advanced Cancer
• Coping With Advanced Cancer

American Society of Clinical Oncology

• Advanced Cancer

Canadian Cancer Society

• Advanced Cancer: A Guide for Someone with Cancer
• Advanced Cancer
• Choosing Care and Treatment for Advanced Cancer

European Society of Medical Oncology

• A Guide for Patients with Advanced Cancer

Hope and Cope

• Talking to Children About Advanced Cancer and End of Life

Macmillan Cancer Support (United Kingdom)

• Coping With Advanced Cancer
• Advanced Cancer and End of Life Videos

National Cancer Institute (United States)

• Advanced Cancer
• Coping with Advanced Cancer
• Talking About Your Advanced Cancer
• Questions to Ask About Advanced Cancer

UpToDate for Patients

• Medical Care During Advanced Illness (The Basics) (Available upon request)

End-of-Life Care

American Cancer Society

• End of Life Care

Canadian Cancer Society

• Advance Directives

Cancer Research UK

• Dying with Cancer

Choosing Wisely

• Care at the End of Life for Cancer Patients: When to Stop Cancer Treatment

Macmillan Cancer Support (United Kingdom)

• End of Life: A Guide

Speak Up Canada

• Cancer Planning Toolkit

Grief

American Society of Clinical Oncology (United States)

• Grief and Loss
• Coping with Grief

American Cancer Society

• The Grieving Process

Canadian Cancer Society

• After Someone Dies
• Grief and Bereavement

Cancer Research UK

• Coping With Grief
• Practical Things to Do After a Death

Macmillan Cancer Support (United Kingdom)

• After Someone Dies: Coping with Bereavement

National Cancer Institute (United States)

• Grief, Bereavement and Coping With Loss (Patient Version)

Programs & Support

Cedars CanSupport at the MUHC

• Support Groups and Workshops
• Complementary Therapies
• Financial Support
• Palliative Care
• Volunteer Support
• Resource Centre

American Society of Clinical Oncology (United States)

• Finding Support and Information

BC Cancer Agency

• Emotional Support

Canadian Association for Psychological Oncology

• Start the Talk

Canadian Cancer Society

• Help Line: 1-888-939-3333 (Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM)
• Email
• How We Can Help
• Cancer Information Service
• Peer Support Program
• Support Groups in Quebec
• Cancer Connection Online Community
• Community Services Locator
• Getting Financial Help in Quebec
• Travel and Accommodations

Cancer Chat Canada

• Learn More

Fondation Virage (Website only available in French)

• Homepage (see the “Services” tab)

HealthLink BC

• Getting Support When You Have Cancer
• Cancer Support: Coping with Cancer Treatments

Hope and Cope

• Homepage

Look Good, Feel Better

• Look Good: Signature Steps
• Find a Workshop
• Video Library

Mayo Clinic (United States)

• Cancer Diagnosis: 11 Tips for Coping

OncoLink (United States)

• Support

Programme à Félix: Soutien Cancer 15-39 (Website only available in French)

• Services et ressources
• Autres considérations et démarches à faire après le diagnostic

Quebec Cancer Foundation

• Support and Information
• Psychological Support
• Physical Wellness Programs
• Living Accommodations During Your Treatments
• Corporate Support Program
• Programme à Félix
• Services and Activities to Provide You with Daily Support

West Island Cancer Wellness Centre

• Homepage
• Programs & Services – Monthly Calendar

Related Topics

• Cancer (General Information)
• End of Life
• Pain

You may also consult our resources in French or our list of general health sites.