Non-Medical Services

• Cancer Genetics – This program offers genetic counselling and testing for families at risk for inherited forms cancer.

• Claiming Medical Expenses on Your Income Tax Return - You may be able to claim some medical expenses on your income tax return. These expenses include travel costs, drugs costs and a lot more. If you want more details about which items can be claimed, contact a chartered accountant, a financial advisor, or go to www.cra-arc.gc.ca.

• Community Services - Staff at Community Care Access Centres can help you find services closer to home, making it easier for you to progress comfortably through your treatment.

• Financial Support - Many patients are worried about money over the course of their treatment. Programs are available to help you pay for things like drugs or to help supplement your income. Talk to a Social Worker to learn more about your options.

• Language Services - If English is not your first language, you may get the services of an interpreter free-of-charge.

• Look Good Feel Better Workshop - This workshop is designed to help you cope with things such as hair loss, reactions of family and friends to your diagnosis and treatment, or your own feelings about what is happening to you.

• Patient and Family Library - LRCP maintains a library that can help you find answers to your questions. There are books, pamphlets and videos about cancer and cancer treatment.

• Support Groups – People come together to hear experts, exchange information and gain support from others with similar concerns.

• Thameswood Lodge - If you live more than 40 kilometres from London and are in radiation therapy, you may be able to stay at the lodge for free. Supportive Care also has a list of hotels that offer reduced rates for patients and their family.

• Transportation - Getting to and from LRCP can be a challenge, especially when you are in treatment. The Canadian Cancer Society’s volunteer drivers may be able to drive you to your next appointment.