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K.I., Parry Sound
Nurse

CAREpath Cancer Assistance Program

Teachers Life is pleased to provide CAREpath to members who hold a District LTD policy.  CAREpath is a Canadian-owned and operated health care company that specializes in cancer-related service programs for Canadians and their families.  CAREpath is now a valuable part of your Teachers Life LTD Coverage and available to you, your spouse and dependant children at no cost to you.

Do you know someone with cancer?

Teachers Life understands that a cancer diagnosis means uncertainty, questions, anxiety and fear.  If you, your spouse or dependant children are diagnosed with cancer, the CAREpath assistance program provides your own personal Oncology Case Manager to guide you through every step of your cancer experience, from diagnosis through treatment and into survivorship.

The CAREpath Navigation System, Survivor Support Program and Cancer Information Line are all part of your Teachers Life disability coverage.  This benefit comes at no additional cost to our District LTD members.  If you, your spouse or dependant children suspect having cancer, are living with cancer, or had cancer in the past, CAREpath can help.  You also have cancer-related information for an extended family member or friend through the CAREpath Cancer Information Line.

Phone

Call CAREpath at 1 800 290-5106 or click here to visit the CAREpath site.

Here is an overview of the services CAREpath provides to Teachers Life
District LTD Members:

CAREpath Navigation System:
-Emotional support for the cancer patient and their immediate family
  (Teachers Life member, spouse and dependant children)
-Assessment of cancer treatment plan and options
-Explanation of tests and treatments
-Questions to ask on first and subsequent visits to all medical appointments
-Guidance to alternate treatment locations, if required and requested

CAREpath Survivor Support Program:
-Guidance on cancer recurrence prevention
-Information on possible delayed effects of cancer treatment
-Advice on other conditions that cancer survivors are prone to develop

CAREpath Cancer Information Line:
-Basic information on a variety of cancer-related topics
-Detailed information related to specific cancers
-Suggested website links for general information


Nurse phone

Call CAREpath at 1 800 290-5106 or click here to visit the CAREpath site.

Some FAQ's about CAREpath:

I already have a good doctor.  How does CAREpath fit in?

CAREpath's goal is to enhance the care you are currently getting, not challenge it.  We do not replace the doctor/patient relationship you have with you family doctor or treating oncologists.  We help prepare you for your oncology visits, which ensures you fully understand the purpose of your appointments, making it easier to discuss treatment isssues and communicate with your specialists.  We provide expert oncology information to your family doctor that will help integrate them in your cancer investigation, treatment, follow-up and rehabilitation.  We're here to help your doctors help you.

What about confidentiality?  I do not want Teachers Life or my workplace to know about my health.

CAREpath services are completely confidential.  No personal information is shared with Teachers Life, your employer, co-workers or union.

How do I find out more?

You can find out more by clicking on this CAREpath link.  Or, simply call the CAREpath Benefit line for Teachers Life members at 1 800 290-5106.  They will take your pertinent information are arrange for a call-back from your personal CAREpath Oncology Nurse.  Your Nurse will be able to answer all your questions and tell you how CAREpath can help you.
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