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This is to help you as a parent or guardian of a child suspected of, or diagnosed with, cancer.
  • Your child should be referred immediately to a children’s cancer specialist at BC Children’s Hospital.
  • Usually this will involve an initial admission to the specialized ward although sometimes an outpatient visit will suffice.
  • You will meet the specialist on call who will address your concerns and explain the plan of action.
  • If necessary, a social worker will assist you with finding accommodations and with other financial issues.
  • The BC Cancer Agency also provides a booklet called Financial Information for Cancer Patients that has information you may find useful.
  • We recognize that as a parent or guardian, you are an essential member of the team treating your child.
  • We welcome the opportunity to work with you in achieving the best possible outcome.
  • For more information about your visit, please see the Your Visit section of this website.
  • For more information on family support, please refer to the BC Childhood Cancer Parents Association website.
  • For help to talk to your child about cancer, visit the Canadian Cancer Society website.
  • For more information about Wigs for Kids, please contact Dan Mornar, Patient & Parent Advocate, 604-875-2345 ext 6477, email dmornar@cw.bc.ca.
Page updated June 2007