Caregiving is often a role you take on with little to no planning in advance.

The responsibilities are wide-ranging and many of them may be new to you. Even so, caring for your loved one is rewarding and learning to be a caregiver can help you provide the best possible care for your loved. 

Stephen Hopkins

Stephen Hopkins talks about the emotional rollercoaster of caring for his wife, Shannon, since her diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia (AML), stem cell transplant, and subsequent recovery.
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Steve Hopkin and Shannon holding a white dog outside in front of a sunny wooded area.
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Scott Leone

Scott Leone

As a parent it is very difficult to see her suffer and not know whether she are going to come out of this. However, we were able to find support from the great doctors, nurses, the Light The Night team, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada.

Marie-France

I am so thankful from the bottom of my heart that life, research and science gave my son the chance to be healthy again today. No matter what happens, I know that every day is a gift from life, and we have to live each one to the fullest.
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Marie France

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Keep a list of all your medications and supplements

Any prescription or over-the-counter medications, and supplements like vitamins and minerals that your doctor has prescribed should be tracked. Take the list with you whenever you see a new doctor as part of your treatment.

Worksheets to manage cancer care

It can take a lot of effort to stay organized and on top of everything you need to know or do as a caregiver. We’ve created easy-to-follow worksheets that will help to keep you organized and ultimately save you some time.