Health Professionals - Support Groups / Organizations

Canadian Cancer Society

Get trusted cancer information, locate community services, find help with travel & accommodations, borrow wigs & prosthesis, talk to someone who’s been there, adjust to life after treatment.more info

Address / Contact Info
BC and Yukon Division
565 W 10th Ave
, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4J4
Toll Free: 1-888-939-3333
Division Office: (604) 872-4400
Fax: (604) 872-4113
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Canadian National Institute for the Blind

CNIB is a source of support and information for people affected by vision loss.more info

Address / Contact Info
toll free: 1-800-563-2642
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Heart and Stroke Foundation (BC and Yukon)

Heart and Stroke Foundation staff and volunteers are available to answer specific questions about topics related to heart and stroke issues as well as to provide information, advocacy, support and referrals if required.more info

Address / Contact Info
toll free: 1-888-473-4636
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HIV Support Group - Gulf Islands

An informal group meets monthly to discuss such things as alternative therapies, spiritual healing and medical support.more info

Address / Contact Info
Toll-free: 1-800-665-2437
Phone: (250) 537-7773

Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centre (IDHHC)

IDHHC is a specialized social service agency providing counselling and support services to people dealing with a hearing loss and their families.more info

Address / Contact Info
300-1627 Fort Street
, Victoria, BC, V8R 1H8
toll free: 1-800-667-5448
TTY: 1-877-667-5488
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La Leche League

Free breastfeeding information and support group.more info

Address / Contact Info
Salt Spring Island, BC
Phone: (250) 538-8670
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Options for Sexual Health (The Clinic)

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Address / Contact Info
134 McPhillips Avenue
, Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K 2T3
Phone: (250) 537-8786
toll free: 1-800-739-7367
Fax: (250) 537-8781
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Peer Support

If you’re a resident of Canada, 18 years and older, who has been diagnosed with cancer, or you’re caring for someone with cancer, you can speak over the phone with a trained volunteer who has gone through a similar experience. Our volunteers are specially trained cancer survivors or caregivers with a wide range of cancer experiences and life stories who can share insights and ideas for coping during your cancer experience. You’ll have the chance to talk with a peer who will listen with empathy and respect. And you’ll have an opportunity to gain hope and encouragement by hearing someone else’s story. more info

Address / Contact Info
Canadian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon
565 W 10th Ave
, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4J4
Toll-Free: 1-888-939-3333
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Queen Alexandra Centre for Children's Health

The Queen Alexandra Centre for Children's Health is a family-centred resource providing a range of multidisciplinary health care services to children and youth.more info

Address / Contact Info
2400 Arbutus Road
, Victoria, BC, V8N 1V7
Phone: 1(250) 519-5390
Fax: 1(250) 519-6937
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