Testimonials

“The atmosphere among all of the participants was one of mutual support and empathy.”

“Some of the frustrations and negative feelings I was experiencing were perfectly normal. This knowledge went a long way towards facilitating my acceptance process.”

“I understand that the Support program for daily living activities will not solve my financial situation, but it is nonetheless a valuable source of support.”

“It’s a gift that I give myself once a week, a gift that transports me elsewhere and allows me to forget my difficult daily routine for a moment.”

“Art therapy was of great help in releasing my emotions and anguish I was experiencing on a daily basis. Also, ussi, Through the recommended readings of their documentalist, I was also greatly reassured by the stories of other people living with cancer."

“I’m grateful to have the opportunity to bring a breath of fresh, hope-bearing air to those buffeted by cancer’s whimsies daily.”

“Immediately after being diagnosed, I was already asking members of the healthcare team when I would be able to resume working.”

“This winter, I very much enjoyed attending some of the workshops offered by the Quebec Cancer Foundation (QCF) such as Qi Gong, Yoga, Laughter is Health, and Visualization.”

“I was able to give free rein to my emotions through art - my favourite means of expression - and bonded anew with my own creative nature despite the ordeal I was facing!”

Cancer not only brings pain, but also the stress of rising medical bills.

“Because my family lived so far away, I had to fully assume two simultaneous roles: cancer patient and my own caregiver.”​

“The services offered by the Quebec Cancer Foundation are a jewel that is too little known, even now. For me, there is a noticeable difference between my life before the Foundation and my life after the Foundation.”

“Everyone I was lucky enough to speak with at the Foundation held their hand out and helped me stand tall during this entire ordeal.”

"Having cancer has taught me how to live better.”

“We all had one thing in common, a shared desire to give, and yes, to travel.”

“The moment a nurse spoke to her about the Quebec Cancer Foundation Lodges in the Estrie region, it was as though a ray of hope had miraculously appeared at the end of this incredibly difficult tunnel.”

“Nowhere have I found anything to compare with the human contact I received at the Foundation.”

"Sure, there’s the science. Surgery, radiation, chemotherapy... treatments for the body. But you also need healing for the heart and soul."

“Lucky in my misfortune”

“When I found out that a kinesiologist could accompany me via the Zoom platform, I immediately jumped at the opportunity.”

“The Quebec Cancer Foundation, a little gem for those closest to me.”

“After months of uncertainty and total anguish, I was finally talking with someone who was there for me to listen and offer both comfort and support.”