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“InspireHealth provides an opportunity to inform and centre you. To equip you to make the changes to your lifestyle where required …it is an amazing program that has helped me immensely in my recovery.”

Our goal is simple – to provide the best care possible for people living with a cancer diagnosis, by working together with you, your family doctor, and oncologist. All of our services, programs, and classes are completely free of charge. No referral is required.

Since 1997, we have provided programs and services to enhance quality of life, health, and well-being of people living with cancer and their families. Our cancer rehabilitation services support and educate people during and after cancer treatments. We offer practical and personalized exercise therapy, stress management, nutrition, and counselling services.

Our members can select from an extensive selection of programs and services. Our signature two-day LIFE Program or the online LIFE Program modules provide the foundation. Consultations with our health professionals support your health, answer your questions, and provide you with the information you need to make decisions about your health. Our classes provide ongoing support and knowledge, and take into account each participant’s unique circumstances.

The Benefits of Supportive Cancer Care

We offer options for better health and a better recovery. Growing scientific evidence confirms that stress reduction, eating a healthy diet, exercise, and a positive support network can substantially improve quality of life and optimize recovery and survival, while reducing the risk of recurrence.

We can provide you with the knowledge, tools, and services to support your overall health during and after cancer treatment. Our supportive care physicians value standard cancer treatments and will work with you, your family doctor, and oncologist to provide the best cancer care possible.

“InspireHealth was somewhere to go, somewhere to call – it gave me what was missing when I was going through treatment. I was won over by their quality of care – I was blown away”.

Our Purpose

  • Provide supportive cancer care for people with cancer and their families — in a caring and informative environment, guided by supportive care physicians and other health professionals.
  • Inspire lasting lifestyle changes that enhance quality of life, reduce cancer recurrence, and may improve survival.
  • Research the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of supportive cancer care for prevention, health, and well-being.
  • Educate the public, physicians, and other health professionals about the effectiveness of supportive cancer care.
  • Play a significant leadership role in the creation and provision of patient-focused care in our health system.
  • Inspire one another to live healthy, joyful, and passionate lives.

Our Founders

InspireHealth was co-founded by Dr. Roger Rogers, who is recognized for being a Canadian leader in Integrative Medicine. Dr. Rogers had a special interest in integrative cancer care for over 30 years. In 1977, he co-founded the Thera Wellness Centre, an organization devoted to working with the whole person towards optimum healing. Dr. Rogers was also involved in teaching UBC medical students and was a UBC Clinical Associate Professor. Following a lifelong interest in nutrition, natural healing and complementary therapies, he founded the Centre for Integrated Therapy in 1992. In 1997 Dr. Rogers, along with Dr. Hal Gunn, formed the Centre for Integrated Healing, which was the foundation for InspireHealth. Dr. Hal Gunn, has had a lifelong interest and great respect for the healing potential of the healing body and the role of the mind, body and spirit in health. Dr. Gunn has a clinical appointment with the UBC School of Medicine and has played a leadership role in InspireHealth’s research development and programs.

Co-Founders, Dr. Hal Gunn B.Sc., M.D. & Dr. Roger Rogers, B.A., B.S.W., M.D., O.B.C.

Co-Founders, Dr. Roger Rogers, B.A., B.S.W., M.D., O.B.C. & Dr. Hal Gunn B.Sc., M.D.

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Our Team

InspireHealth members are cared for by a team of Supportive Care Physicians, Dietitians, Exercise Therapists, Clinical Counsellors, and Allied Health Professionals who are experienced in caring for people with cancer.

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Blog

  • An Inspirational Patient’s Story
    Mar 18, 2022

    Battling cancer is no mean feat. Janet, a patient in Tsawwassen, BC, who completed a

  • Exercise in the New Year
    Jan 12, 2022

    Getting started: A great first step is to create a schedule for yourself specifying when,

  • Boundaries and our Health
    Dec 03, 2021

    Honouring our personal boundaries supports mental wellness. A cancer diagnosis often requires us to get

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