Downloadable Resources 

Lung Saskatchewan offers free resources to help you live better with pulmonary fibrosis. Click here to download this free handbook that answers all your idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis questions: 

Idiopatic Pulmonary Fibrosis Handbook.pdf 

Medication Resources 

To learn more about your medication and related information, visit the following link to our Lung Health Materials page and download for free the following document: 

• Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Information – Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Handbook 

To learn more about programs for financial support for your medication contact the drug manufacturers who often have financial assistance available. Your pharmacist or respirologist may also have the most up-to-date financial support information as well.

Other Resources

• Live Well with Chronic Conditions: 2.5 hour self-management workshops that meet once per week for 6 weeks– led by trained peer leaders. Classes are fun as well as practical. The focus is on building skills for managing your health and maintaining an active and fulfilling life. There is no cost for this program. Each participant receives a free copy of the companion book, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions. To register please call (306) 655-5483.
• Living Well with Pulmonary Fibrosis (Note: Membership to this website is free, but website registration is required to access resources)   

Pulmonary Rehabilitation 

A great way to learn how to exercise and learn how to manage your disease in a supportive and encouraging environment is to join a pulmonary rehabilitation program. Pulmonary rehabilitation programs offer supervised exercise and education by trained healthcare professionals. 

To find a pulmonary rehabilitation program near you visit Find a Pulmonary Rehab Program.
To view a helpful pulmonary rehabilitation exercise video visit Pulmonary Rehabilitation Daily Fitness and Exercise Video.

Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group Meetings

You are not alone. There are in-person and online opportunities to connect with others who understand what it’s like to live with pulmonary fibrosis and interstitial lung disease. 

Join an online community: Lung Sask - Pulmonary Fibrosis Community Facebook 

Attend support group meetings: Pulmonary Fibrosis Community | Lung Saskatchewan 

These support groups are open to individuals living with PF, as well as family members, caregivers, and those supporting someone with these conditions. 

Benefits of Support Groups: 

• Connect with others living with pulmonary fibrosis (PF) 
• Share experiences in a safe, welcoming, and supportive space 
• Learn practical tips for daily living 
• Access helpful resources and reliable information 
• Build meaningful connections and reduce feelings of isolation 

Caring Breaths Financial Assistance Program

To ease the financial burden that may be associated with living with a lung disease, Lung Saskatchewan is pleased to be able to provide support through its Caring Breaths Financial Assistance Program. This reimbursement program is designed to be complimentary to other established financial assistance programs in the province of Saskatchewan.

To learn more about the program including information about eligibility and the application process visit www.CaringBreaths.ca.

Caregiver Support

Caregivers also need support. Caring for a loved one can be challenging at times. There are supports that can help. 

Access this educational resource: CAREGIVING FOR A PATIENT LIVING WITH  PULMONARY FIBROSIS 

Caregivers can also consider joining our online support group or attending our support meetings.