FINANCIAL
We know a cancer diagnosis and treatment can affect your ability to work and as such, your financial situation. If you are in need of financial help, but do not know where to find the information, we have included a
Financial Resource Guide for Chinese Cancer Patients providing you with a summary of financial resources that you might be eligible for. If you require further assistance, please ask to speak to the hospital social worker for further assistance.
CANCER AND COMMUNITY SUPPORTIVE RESOURCES (Language Available: Chinese)
There are Chinese and English cancer resources (e.g., information, counselling services) available to help your recovery from breast cancer. We encourage you to check them out for the type of support you need. If you have any questions about these resources, you may want to contact your hospital social worker for further assistance.
Canadian Cancer Society
Telephone: 1-888-939-3333
Website:
www.cancer.ca
No Fee. Canadian Cancer Society is a national organization offering cancer patients, their families, the general public and health care workers a wide range of cancer-related information and support. Resources are available in many languages. For Chinese Publications please visit website:
www.cancer.ca/en/support-and-services/
Their service also includes:
- Peer Support Service is a telephone support program that matches patients with trained volunteers who speak the same language and share similar experience.
- CancerConnection.ca is an online community that connects people living with cancer and caregivers to share their experiences and build supportive relationships.
- Wheels of Hope Transportation Service to assist people getting to their medical appointments.
- Smokers' Helpline offers information to help people quit smoking.
Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association
Main Office:
300 Silver Star Blvd. Scarborough, ON M1V OG2
Telephone: (416) 502-2323
Website:
http://www.carefirstseniors.com/websites
Office Locations:
- South Toronto Office/Helena Lam Community Services Centre, 479 Dundas Street West. Toronto, ON M5T 1H1
Telephone: (416) 585-2013 - Richmond Hill Office: York Region Community Services Centre, 420 Highway #7, Unit 104A, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3K2
Telephone: (905) 771-3700 - Mississauga Community Services Centre, 1051 Eglinton Avenue West, Mississauga, ON L5V 2W3
Telephone: (905) 270-9988
Fee. Offer a full range of community social, education and home support services (e.g., homemaking) to the Chinese seniors covering Greater Toronto Area and the York Region.
Chinese Family Services of Ontario
Head Office:
3330 Midland Ave. Suite 229, Scarborough, ON M1V 5E7
Telephone: (416) 979-8299 or 1-866-979-8298
24 hours Hotline:
(416) 979-5898 By Appointment Only
Website:
www.chinesefamilyso.com
Other Locations:
- Toronto Office: 340 College St., Suite 305, Toronto, ON M5T 3A9
- Richmond Hill Office: 15 Wertheim Court, Suite 607, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3H7
Fee. Offer professional counselling services to Chinese individuals, couples, and their families who are dealing with diverse life and psychological/emotional issues.
Hong Fook Mental Health Association
Website:
www.hongfook.ca
Office Locations:
- Toronto Office: 130 Dundas Street West, 3rd Floor, Toronto, ON, M5G 1C3
Telephone: (416) 493-4242 - Scarborough Office: 3320 Midland Avenue, Suite 201, Scarborough, ON, M1V 5E6
Telephone: (416) 493-4242 - North York Office:1751 Sheppard Avenue East, North York, ON, M2J 0A4
Telephone: (416) 493-4242
No fee. Offer education, housing, mental health promotion and counselling services to Chinese individuals age 16 and over who are experiencing mental health issues.
Senior Persons Living Connected
3333 Finch Ave E. Scarborough, ON M1W 2R9
Telephone: (416) 493-3333
Website:
www.splc.ca
Fee. Offer housing, home supports, transportation and health programs and health services to older adults and their caregivers from diverse backgrounds. It offers a monthly educational Chinese Cancer Support Group in Cantonese to adults with cancer. Please call for date and time of Cancer Support Group.
South Riverdale Community Health Centre
955 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 3P3
Telephone: (416) 461-1925
Website:
www.srchc.ca
No fee. Offer a variety of health promotion and health services to a diverse community. It offers a monthly educational Chinese Cancer Support Group in Cantonese and Mandarin to adults with cancer, caregivers and family members.
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Patient & Family Library
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 2nd floor, Toronto, ON M5G 2M9
Telephone: (416) 946-4501, ext.5383
Website:
www.uhn.ca/PrincessMargaret
No fee. Provide patients and families a wide range of printed cancer-related information in Chinese.
INTERNATIONAL CHINESE BREAST CANCER WEBSITES
Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation
Website:
www.hkbcf.org/en
This is a non-profit organization located in Hong Kong. Its aim is to raise public awareness of breast cancer in Hong Kong. It offers breast cancer-related information, patient support, research and advocacy.
Hope Foundation for Cancer Care
Website:
www.ecancer.org.tw
This is a non-profit organization located in Taiwan. Its offers breast cancer-related information, patient and family support, advocacy and financial support-related to cancer treatments.
SPIRAL: Selected Patient Information in Asian Languages
Website:
spiral.tufts.edu/chinese.shtml#breast_cancer
This US website is maintained by the Hirsh Health Sciences Library at Tufts University in Massachusetts, USA. Its aim is to increase access to Asian-language health information. The information provided should not be used as a substitute for consultation with a health care provider. All medical information needs to be carefully reviewed with your health care professional.
Taiwan Breast Cancer Alliance
Website:
www.tbca-npo.org.tw
This is a non-profit Chinese breast cancer awareness network located in Taiwan. It offers breast cancer-related information, patient groups support, and advocacy.
Taiwan Breast Cancer Foundation
Website:
www.breastcf.org.tw
This is a non-profit organization located in Taiwan. Its aim is to raise public awareness of breast cancer in Taiwan. It offers breast cancer-related information, patient support, and advocacy.
CANCER AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES (Language Available: English)
Canadian Cancer Society - Support & Services
Telephone: 1-888-939-3333
Website:
www.cancer.ca
No fee. Provide free emotional support and information to anyone affected by breast cancer, or at genetic risk for developing the disease. Connect with a trained-volunteer who has had a breast cancer or high risk diagnosis for support and information.
Cancer Rehabilitation and Survivorship Program
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 2nd floor, Toronto, ON M5G 2M9
Telephone: (416) 946-4501, ext.2363
Website:
www.uhn.ca/PrincessMargaret
No fee. Offer rehabilitation resources to help guide you and your family throughout your cancer journey. A medical referral is required.
They can help you with:
- Mobility and physical function
- Cognitive function (e.g., Brain Fog)
- Exercise/physical activity
- Fatigue
- Lymphedema
- Return to work
Cancer and Work
Website:
www.cancerandwork.ca
No fee. This is a new, interactive website providing resources from across Canada to survivors with practical, up-to-date information on returning to work, including support offered by provinces and territories.
Distress Center Helpline
Telephone: (416) 408-HELP (4357)
Website:
www.torontodistresscentre.com
No fee. The Helpline provides telephone emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to individuals who are experiencing significant distress, crisis or dealing with a traumatic loss.
ELLICSR: Health, Wellness & Cancer Survivorship Centre
Toronto General Hospital, 585 University Avenue, Basement BSC-021, Toronto, ON M5G 2C4 Telephone: (416) 581 - 8620
Website:
www.ellicsr.ca
No fee. Offer a variety of classes and programs (e.g., exercises, cooking demonstration) for patients and their family members or caregivers. Check website for date and time of classes and programs.
Gilda's Club
24 Cecil Street, Toronto, ON M5T 1N2
Telephone: (416) 214-9898
Website:
www.gildasclubtoronto.org
No fee. Offer support groups, education classes, art programs, and children and teen programs. It is also a place where all cancer patients (adults, teens and children), families and friends can connect socially and emotionally. The building is wheelchair accessible. Registration is required.
The Marvelle Koffler Breast Centre
Mount Sinai Hospital, 600 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 1X5
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Be Breast Healthy
Website:
www.bebreasthealthy.ca
No fee. This is an e-learning platform developed by clinicians, nutrition and exercise experts at The Marvelle Koffler Breast Centre at Mount Sinai Hospital. It offers six online education modules to help women learn about breast health, their breast cancer risk, cancer screening and to learn how to make lifestyle changes that may be associated with lower breast cancer risk. -
Taking Charge: Healthy LIFE STYLE Choices After Breast Cancer
Telephone: (416) 586-4800 ext. 5190
Website:
www.mountsinai.on.ca/care/mkbc
No fee. Offer 5 sessions program for women completed cancer treatments with the goal to assist women with making the best choices for living a healthy lifestyle. Registration is required.
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Patient & Family Library
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 2nd floor, Toronto, ON M5G 2M9 Telephone: (416) 946-4501, ext. 5383
Website:
www.uhn.ca/PrincessMargaret/
No fee. Provide patients and families a wide range of printed cancer-related information.
Wellspring
4 Charles Street East, Suite 400
Telephone: (416) 961-1928 or 1-877-499-9904
Website:
wellspring.ca/downtown-toronto/
No fee. Offer a wide variety of programs and services to meet the social, emotional, restorative and informational needs of people living with cancer and their families. Check website for a location near you. Registration is required.
