Jean C Barber Lodge
Jean C Barber Lodge provides reasonably priced accommodations conveniently located across from the BC Cancer Agency and within walking distance to the Vancouver General Hospital, Eye Care Center, and Skin Care Clinic.
Amenities and services include nutritious food (three meals are included in the daily rate), WiFi connectivity and a wig and breast prosthesis bank to meet the needs of cancer patients. There is easy access to information and staff are on-site 24 hours a day to provide support and information to guests.
Rooms are shared with ensuite and some offer a queen bed option. Whenever possible, loved ones can stay with guests. Facilities are smoke-free, scent-free and wheelchair accessible.
The lodge has easy access to transit. A pay parking lot is available across the street with hourly, daily, weekly and monthly rates.
Other lodges are located in Kelowna, Prince George and Victoria.
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This program was last updated on: 22 Aug 2016.
