Do you or someone you love have cancer? At Wellspring, we ‘get it.’
Every day, over 60 Albertans hear the words:
“You have cancer.”
One in two of us will hear these words in our lifetime.
Whether you have cancer, or you’re caring for someone with cancer, Wellspring is here for you.
All Wellspring Alberta programs and services are offered free of charge and without referral to Alberta residents. Programs and services are available online, over the phone and in-person – meeting you where you are or where you feel most comfortable.
Jocelyne Busslinger: healing waters
Jocelyne Busslinger had never really paddled a canoe in her life, but when she was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 58, her mind went immediately to the idea of joining the Sistership Dragon Boat team.
Rob Stauffer: leaning into Wellspring
Rob Stauffer took over 50 Wellspring programs in 12 months. This is a testament to the value of Wellspring, and also a very ambitious feat for someone who admittedly suffers with fatigue, brain fog, insomnia, and other long-term side effects of cancer and treatment.
Richard Armand: tuning into support at Wellspring
Richard Armand doesn’t know where he would be today if it weren’t for Wellspring providing helpful programs and comforting connections during the difficult days of caring for his wife Hélène, who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2012.
Jim Little: cancer to the tune of survival
Jim Little is three years past a radical cancer surgery that included complete removal of his stomach, spleen and several lymph nodes. His message to others facing cancer is … “Get involved with Wellspring, there are tons of good free resources there for you. Get involved with other support groups too, there is value in reaching out and connecting.” He also recommends music and calls his guitar a survival tool.
Ann Dowling: journey to Wellspring volunteer
Ann Dowling may have battled breast cancer in 2011, but she doesn’t look back with regret, she views her current healthy life with positivity, and she is filled with gratitude that cancer led her to Wellspring. “I received so many benefits from Wellspring and now I get to volunteer and help others who have faced what I faced.”
Margo McPhail: Beating Cancer and Paying it Forward to Help Others
In 2019, Margo was making the most of her retirement and spending time with her grandchildren. Life kept her busy and she found fulfillment in giving back to her local community.
Elissa’s Story: Finding the strength within to fight cancer
Elissa had just turned 42 when she felt an uncomfortable lump in her left armpit while swimming at her parents’ outdoor pool. When she went to see her doctor for a regular checkup, she shared her concerns about the lump
Lillas Hatala: opening to grace
At the end of December 2021, one year after losing her husband, Lillas learned that her cancer was back for a third time. It was a devastating blow during a period of deep grief. Immediately she became very ill and a new regime of chemo was prescribed.
Sharon’s Story: Lending a helping hand and finding the silver lining in a cancer journey
At 53, Sharon was as healthy and carefree as could be. Between raising her children, working, and enjoying life in the small community of Stettler, Sharon was constantly on the go. Cancer never crossed her mind.
Rosa Escobar: finding cancer support at Wellspring
Rosa was a busy 44-year-old raising three kids of her own and caring for many other kids at her much loved day home, when she began experiencing strange physical symptoms.