A breast cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. This page provides you with a list of resources in Calgary and Edmonton that may help you cope with your diagnosis or provide you with additional support.
Wellspring Calgary is a community-based support centre offering non-medical supportive programs and services that meet the emotional, social, practical and restorative needs of people living with cancer and those who care for them. All programs, services & resources are offered free of charge and without a referral. Wellspring Calgary offers unique workshops, classes and individual & group support services designed to help those affected by cancer to regain control of their lives. These programs are delivered by professionals and trained volunteers – many of whom have gone through an experience with cancer and have overcome many of the challenges cancer patients, caregivers, and their family are facing now. Please feel free to visit at 1404 Home Road NW or 3910 Seton Drive SE or call at 403-521-5292 (NW) or 587-747-0260 (SE). https://wellspringcalgary.ca/
The Health and Wellness Lab provides a number free and fee-for-service programs for cancer survivors. The majority of the programs are at the University of Calgary but there are some programs run in locations throughout the City. Contact the lab for more details.
Resources for Symptom Management
Calgary Aids to Daily Living (403-955-6955) Provides breast prostheses & compression garments
Holy Cross Rehabilitation Oncology (403-698-8198) Assists with rehabilitation after surgery
Tom Baker Cancer Centre (TBCC) Rehabilitation & Lymphedema Clinic You must receive a referral to this clinic by your family physician or any of your oncologists
Wellspring Edmonton is a community-based support centre offering non-medical supportive programs and services that meet the emotional, social, practical and restorative needs of people living with cancer and those who care for them. All programs, services & resources are offered free of charge and without a referral. Wellspring Edmonton offers unique workshops, classes and individual & group support services designed to help those affected by cancer to regain control of their lives. These programs are delivered by professionals and trained volunteers – many of whom have gone through an experience with cancer and have overcome many of the challenges cancer patients, caregivers, and their family are facing now. Please feel free to visit at 11306 65 Ave or call at 780-758-4433. Peer support volunteers are available to assist you Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM in finding the right programs to meet your specific needs. No appointments required.
There are a number of different programs offered at the Cross Cancer Institute to support you through your cancer journey. Visit the Alberta Health Services website for up to date information.
Cancer Information Centre (780-432-8456 | infocntr@albertahealthservices.ca) This centre contains a number of resources on cancer types, therapies, nutrition, exercise, and coping with a diagnosis.
Chemotherapy and You Class (780-432-8919)
Psychosocial and Spiritual Resources (780-643-4303 | 780-643-4304) This department offers a number of services including counseling, art therapy, and support groups
Energize (780-432-8716) This class provides you with information about cancer related fatigue
Look Good...Feel Better (780-432-8456)
Physical Therapy Breast Class (780-432-8716)
Misericordia Hospital Healing Connections for Patients with Breast Cancer
Provides education and support for people going through breast cancer surgery. After breast cancer surgery, patients meet for a half day every week for three weeks with various healthcare providers, who provide information and support on topics about their breast surgery patient care journey. Healthcare providers involved include: Dietitians, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses and Support Visitors Open Wednesday Afternoons 16940 87 Avenue, 780-735-2768 (Patient Booking) or 780-735-2260 (Nurse Navigator)
Medical Boutiques
Gracefully Yours (780)-439-9914 Specializes in bra fitting, breast prosthesis and mastectomy bras/swimwear
