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A collection of information for families in crisis.
 
This page is a constant work in progress.  Much of the information was taken from the "Palliative Care Resource Manual for Physicians and other Healthcare Professionals"  created by Tracy Shelrud and Catharina Meyer de Leeuw.  Thank you to them for creating such a fantastic resource.
 
If you have any questions about resources not yet on this page, or know of one that would be helpful please contact us.

Ronald McDonald House Society
 
To create a special home-away-from home  for families with children receiving treatment for life threatening illnesses.  The house is a short five-minute drive from BC's children's Hospital.  It has 14 bedrooms, a large playroom, large communal kitchen, family room and "quiet room" and activities for families.  All families prepare their own meals.  A house van is available for the joint use of all families.  There is a nominal charge.
 
Phone (604) 736-2957
Fax     (604) 736-5974
 
 
Easter Seal house in Vancouver
 
Provides a low cost, caring place to stay for more than 100 parents and children every night.  With professional staff, large rooms, activity-filled playrooms and a supportive atmosphere.  The house is wheel chair accessible and has 53 self-contained rooms with laundry and lounge facilities and secured underground parking.
 
Phone  (250) 595-6060
Reservations Only  1-877-718-3388
 
 
Canadian Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths (CFSID)
 
We are fortunate to have Trina Robinson on our board of directors.  She has been a dedicated advocate for SIDS awareness and a tireless fundraiser for the CFSID.  Trina became involved with the CFSID ten years ago after her son Bradley passed away from SIDS.  For more information about SIDS please see the website below or you can contact Trina directly.
 
Trina at (250) 286-1426.
CFSID Website:   http://www.sidscanada.org
 

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Bradley Robinson
 
If there ever comes a day when we can't be together, then keep me in your heart and I'll stay there forever--Winnie the Pooh

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