Specific Supports
Spanish Speaking Cancer Community Network Inc
Our goal is to inform and educate to prevent and cope better with cancer by organising lectures, seminars, educational programs taught by health professionals. We support campaigns and research on cancer. All are welcome to participate and collaborate voluntarily. Daceyville.
The group has also purchased a van which will be used to transport Spanish cancer patients in the Prince of Wales Hospital area.
For more information call Manuel on 93136374 or 0405407 713 or spanishcancer@hotmail.com
Español Hablando Community Cancer Network Inc.
Nuestro objetivo es informar y educar para prevenir y afrontar mejor el cáncer mediante la organización de conferencias, seminarios, programas educativos impartidos por profesionales de la salud. Apoyamos las campañas y la investigación sobre el cáncer. Todos son bienvenidos a participar y colaborar de forma voluntaria. Daceyville.
El grupo también ha comprado una furgoneta que será utilizado para el transporte de pacientes con cáncer de españoles en la zona del Hospital Príncipe de Gales.
Para más información llame Manuel en 93136374 o 0405407 713 or spanishcancer@hotmail.com español
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Support for those with Blood Cancers and their Carers
For those with leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma & related blood disorders & their families & carers
For more information 1800 620 420 info@leukaemia.org.au or check out their website at https://www.leukaemia.org.au/how-we-can-help/
The Leukaemia Foundation is the peak body for blood cancer in Australia, funding research and providing free services to support people with leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS, MPN and related blood disorders
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Gay, Bisexual & Trans Men's Cancer Support Shine a Light
Cancer Support Group for Gay & Bisexual men
At any stage. Carers and Partners welcome
When: 1st Saturday of each month 1-4pm
Format: Support group Where: Surry Hills
Contact John Wenborn – 0414 727 060, Dr Kalli Spencer – 0491 066 406 or shinealightaus@gmail.com
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Ovarian Cancer Australia Support Group
www.ovariancancer.net.au - Ovarian or gynaecological cancer + friends/carers. Face to face and online support groups. Younger women network information sessions. Also groups for carers. Telehealth support by oncology nurses. See https://www.ovariancancer.net.au/page/96/support-groups
For further details please call. 1300 660 334 or support@ovariancancer.net.au
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Leukaemia Foundation Grief Support Services
(https://www.leukaemia.org.au/how-we-can-help/grief-support-services) Available to anyone affected by blood cancer. 1800 620 420 or info@leukaemia.org.au
Chessed Grief Loss & Bereavement Support
Bereavement counselling and support
Contact: Chessed: 02 9302 8017 or grief@jewishcare.com.au
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Laryngectomee Support Group
When: 10.45am 3rd Wed of the month (Feb to Nov)
Format: Meeting followed by a light lunch.
Where: SMSA, 280 Pitt Street, Sydney.
Contact: Laryngectomee Association of NSW Inc.
admin@lansw.org.au or Phone/Fax: 9451 7926 for dates & details
Website: www.stilltalking.org
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CanRevive
Offers different support groups to Cantonese & Mandarin speaking cancer patients & their carers
Registration & Enquiry Tel: (02) 9212-7789
Website: www.canrevive.com
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Dragons Abreast Sydney
https://dragonsabreastsydney.org.au/
Dragons Abreast Australia is a registered charity which helps post-treatment breast cancer patients. Happily a large percentage of people survive breast cancer these days but their transition from patient back into a full and active life is often difficult. Our organisation is a highly effective element in the ongoing post-treatment management of breast cancer patients, delivering significant physical and psycho-social benefits.
All breast cancer survivors, regardless of age, gender, sporting ability or fitness are welcome to join DASydney. Paddle a dragon boat for fitness & fun or take it to the next level & compete at regattas. Whatever you choose there are lots of social occasions to enjoy with DASydney. We paddle from Pyrmont near the fish markets. For more details please contact assistant.coordinator@dragonsabreastsydney.org.au
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Dragon Boating for Male Cancer Survivors
Dragons Abreast Sydney are looking for male cancer survivors. Paddle for fun or take it to the next level & compete at regattas. We paddle from Pyrmont near the fish markets. Female survivors also welcome. sydney@dragonsabreast.com.au
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YWCA Encore (Breast Cancer)
When: Weekly for 8 weeks
Format: Land & water based exercises, guest speakers, discussion
Where: Sydney, Eastern Suburbs, Sydney CBD, Inner West
Free program. Usually runs between February and October.
Also webinars.
Contact: 0449 904 011 or encore@ywca.org.au to check dates, days, times and where
www.ywcaencore.org.au
Online
Breast Cancer Network Australia
BCNA’s online network connects thousands of Australians affected by breast cancer. Share your experience online and get support.
www.bcna.org.au or 1800 500 258
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Cancer Connections
Cancer Connections is a dedicated online support service providing peer-based support and information for people living with and affected by cancer. Join by going to www.onlinecommunity.cancercouncil.com.au or 13 11 20
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Melanoma Patients Australia
Melanoma patients closed facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/534671946739678/
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Ovarian Cancer Australia
https://www.facebook.com/groups/359547902456355
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This group aims to provide a friendly and supportive space for women with an ovarian cancer diagnosis to connect with each other, gather information and ask questions. This group is monitored daily by Ovarian Cancer Australia Support Nurses
Telephone
Cancer Council
Our telephone support groups are for people with advanced, metastatic and difficult to treat cancers. Carer and bereavement groups are also available.
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How do I join a Cancer Council telephone support group or find out more? See https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/get-support/connect-with-others or contact Cancer Council 13 11 20 or 1300 755 632 or tsg@nswcc.org.au.
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Ovarian Cancer Telephone Support
Tele-meetings. For more info and to register – 1300 660 334 or support@ovariancancer.net.au
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Lung Cancer Patients & Carers Telephone Support
For those with lung cancer and their carers
Lung Cancer Network 1800 654 301