Finding out that your child has a serious or life-limiting illness is a shock. At first, you may not know ​what to do. But remember that you are not alone.

There are many health care providers and services in Alberta that can help your child, you, and your whole family. They can help you make the most of your time together, and make sure your child has the best life possible.

The information here can help your family deal with a child's diagnosis, plan for a child's end-of-life care, and cope with grief after a child dies.

• Diagn​osis
• Planning for End-of-​Life Care
• Bereavement
  

Helpful links for parents and families

• CaringTogether.life
  Find Canadian articles, videos, and stories about caring for a sick child. The website was made by healthcare providers and family members who have experience caring for a sick child.
  
• Courageous Parents Network
  Using videos, parents talk honestly about caring for a sick child. Topics include making decisions and asking for help.
• Together for Short Lives
  In this short animated video, a mother talks about finding out her child had a life-limiting illness, and how a palliative team helps her make the most of her special child's short life.​​​​​​​​​