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Local Support
The following organizations and community groups come from both national and local levels. Like the PEIBCIP, they provide resources for all those affected by breast cancer. Please contact us if you know of a similar organization, whose resources we can share. PEI Self Referral Breast Screening Program (serves all parts of the Island by Health PEI): 1-888-592-9888 In person BC Support Group: - the BC support group meets the first Monday of each month 2 pm unless it falls on a holiday in which instance it is the Second Monday of the month. For Feb. 3, and March 2nd, 2024 meeting is at 11:30 am; if inclement weather will be held the following Sat. Call for location, support/info 902-569-3496 or charlottetownbreastcancersg@gmail.com CBCN also provides direct services toll free: 1- 800-685-8820 The Canadian Breast Cancer Support Network remains the only direct serving charitable group of BC survivors across Canada serving the public 30+ years. See website for detail and free subscription to Network News; strives to voice the concerns and views of BC patients through education, advocacy activities, support, and the promotion of information sharing especially for the newly diagnosed or those with METS BC. cbcn.ca The PEI Rep for CBCN Board of Directors is Judy Donovan Whitty 902-569-3496 judy.dw@gmail.com Monthly Cancer Support Group hosted by PEI Cancer Navigator - see info below for more detail (2024) www.wellspring.ca provides on line support and programs - worth a visit and/or call: 1-647-795-8641 Lymphedema Support Group 2nd Sunday each month, 12:30-2 pm with Rose Goulet 902-940-6780 rlygoulet@yahoo.ca Carriage House Beaconsfield, 2 Kent St., Charlottetown PE Wellspring Cancer Support Network "Well on the web"...for those with computer access Wellspring will provide assistance during your journey of cancer and is cross Canada. Their address: www.wellspring.ca tel.: 647-795-8641. This not for profit has expanded its role so give them a visit...numerous on line programs. They provide support for those with all cancers, including BC. They host BC Support Group, and the Breast Cancer Circle. For those with Metastatic cancer there is an Oasis Advanced Cancer Support Group. www.wellspring.ca/online-programs/ Cancer Support Group Monthly Cancer Support Group open to patients, caregivers, survivors. Feel welcome to attend the first Friday of each month 10 am AST. Venue: 178 Fitroy Street, CMHA, Charlottetown, PE. Meeting is hosted in Summerside as well. Contact Facilitator: Health PEI Cancer Navigator Michelle Barton + mdbarton@ihis.org 902-894-2552 Canadian Cancer Society The Canadian Cancer Society - a National Organization, offers free and confidential support and information for people with cancer and their family, friends and caregivers. Questions re all types of cancer, diagnostic tests, treatments, side effects, clinical trials. Support and Information can be accessed by calling our toll-free helpline: 1-888-939-3333. Cancer Patient Navigator The Patient Navigator Program is provided by Health PEI and provides information, guidance and support to the patient and their family. For more information contact 902-894-2552, 902-894-2556 or 1-877-511-5177; e-mail cancernavigator@ihis.org Cancer Treatment Centre The Cancer Treatment Centre located at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and the Prince County Hospital Satellite Clinic is focused on specialized care and well-being for individuals diagnosed with cancer. Recognizing that each experience with cancer is unique in cause, symptoms, treatment and challenges, the centre follows a person-centered care approach to cancer care. There is a large variety of information resources and pamphlets available at the Cancer Treatment Centre. Their website also contains a number of links to reputable websites. You can access the links by visiting: www.cancercentre.pe.ca Lymphedema Management Program If you have concerns that you might be at risk for lymphedema, and/or if you are experiencing lymphedema, ask your physician or any health care professional involved with your cancer care to refer you to the trained therapist at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH). The Lymphedema Therapist can provide a consultation and take measurement (s) post surgery - QEH Physiotherapist Department and can be contacted at 902-894-2062. VIEW PROGRAM PDF Laura Dear of Atlantic Therapeutic Massage is able to provide consultation/measurement, supplies and therapy for lymphedema. Call: 902-892-7334 69 Belvedere Ave., Charlottetown PE There is also a Lymphedema Massage Therapist at Reactive Health, Summerside 902-436-2151 Brette-Lynn Gallant. Lymphedema/lipedema Education/ Support Group: Rose Goulet is the contact for the Lymphedema/lipedema Education Support Group as of 2022 meet the second Sunday of the month 12:30-2 pm AST, 2 Kent St. Carriage House Beaconsfield, Charlottetown, PE- call Rose for assistance/information: 902-940-6780 or rlygoulet@yahoo.ca Generic Drug Program This program is open to Islanders under age 65 who do not have health insurance. For more information: www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/apply-generic-drug-program or call 1-877-577-3737 Prince Edward Island Breast Cancer Support Groups The PEI Breast Cancer Support Groups are survivor-driven groups dedicated to providing support to those affected by breast cancer. The PEI Breast Cancer Support Groups provide:
Charlottetown and area: Judy at 902-359-3496 currently meet monthly in person 2 pm 1st Monday of the month unless it falls on a holiday and is then held the following Monday. Feb. 3, and March 2, 2024 meetings are being held on the Saturday 11:30 am; if inclement weather will be held the following Saturday. Call for location (902-569-3496) Souris and area Teri: 902-687-3367 or: charlottetownbreastcancersg@gmail.com Look Good, Feel Better A program which teaches women living with cancer how to use cosmetic techniques and hair alternatives to help manage the appearance-related side effects of cancer and its treatment. For more information and to register on line go to: 1-800-914-5665 or: lgfb.ca call 902-894-2027 (Charlottetown) or 902-435-2500 or 902-438-4418 (Summerside) Prosthetic Resources Women who have had breast surgery can get their first prosthetic and bra free from the Prince Edward Island Provincial Government by calling 902-892-4556 and leave a message. For further purchases of breast prostheses or mastectomy/lumpectomy supplies contact: Linda Murphy, R.N. 902-393-2821 or 902-569-3288 Island Home Health Care, 41 St. Peter’s Road, Charlottetown, PEI 902-628-1500 Lawtons Drugs, 161 St. Peter’s Road, Charlottetown, PEI 902-628-6611 Lawtons Drugs, County Fair Mall, Summerside, PEI 902-432-3563 Montague Pharmacy (fittings/supplies) Ext. 8: Brenda:1-902-838-2561 Atlantic Prosthetics Inc., 108-175 Shakespeare Drive, Stratford, C1B 4J7 PEI 902-368-7767 All About Lingerie Boutique with Dale Enman, Summerside (Prosthetics/wigs)902-436-8020 115 Walker St. SS Wigs All About Lingerie (wigs/prosthetics) 115 Walker St., Summerside 902-436-8020 The Wig Lady, (Angela Joy Lamoureux) Suite 13, 42 St. Peter's Road, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 5N5 902-940-5581 By Appointment thewiglady@gmail.com Canadian Cancer Society toll-free 1-800-566-4007 Hats Off Salon, 55 Woodleigh Drive, Kensington, PEI 902-836-4270 Look Good Feel Better program: lgfb.ca or 1-800-914-5665 Charlottetown Library Learning Centre Charlottetown Library Learning Centre 100-97 Queen street Charlottetown, PE C1A 4A9 902-368-4642 elclinton@gov.pe.ca This is not an exhaustive list, but one I would recommend as a starting point based on recent publication dates. It is a mix of scientific publications and a few memoirs. If your members or clients are interested in finding more resources, we have library staff available who are always happy to help find the right book for the persons' needs. Our staff are trained to be discrete if providing help locating resources on a more sensitive topic. Additionally, patron records are confidential. Sometimes with health related concerns, people are more hesitant to look to the library since it is a more "public" space but we absolutely respect the privacy of our patrons. Books: The Undying: pain, vulnerability, mortality, medicine, art, time, dreams, data, exhaustion, cancer, and care / Anne Boyer (*Winner of the 2020 Pulitzer Prize in Non-Fiction) - 2019 Your healthiest healthy : eight easy ways to take control and fight cancer, and live a longer, cleaner, happier life / Samantha Harris – 2018 Breasts : the owner's manual : every woman's guide to reducing cancer risk, making treatment choices, and optimizing outcomes / Kristi Funk - 2018 The Bright Hour: a memoir of living and dying / Nina Riggs – 2017 Detecting & living with breast cancer for dummies / Marshalee George – 2017 The breast cancer survival manual : a step-by-step guide for women with newly diagnosed breast cancer / John S. Link I’m just a person / Tig Notaro – 2016 Cook for your life : delicious, nourishing recipes for before, during, and after cancer treatment / Ann Ogden Gaffney – 2015 The silver lining : a supportive and insightful guide to breast cancer / Hollye Jacobs - 2014 DVDs: The Long Goodbye: the Kara Tippets Story - 2019 Beauty and the breast – 2014 Five - 2012 Terminal City. The complete series - 2005 |
