Parent and Carer Counselling offers free, flexible telehealth support for parents and carers of children and young people affected by cancer. Sessions build practical strategies for communication, wellbeing and navigating change, guided by your family’s goals.
Canteen’s events and programs give young people some much-needed space away from the daily pressures of living with cancer.
Canteen counsellors provide specialised support through online or face-to-face sessions, helping young people cope with cancer’s impact.
You are here: Home Page Online Support Programs for Parents and Carers Parenting is hard enough without cancer in the picture. When your child is diagnosed, or when you are facing your own diagnosis while raising a family, you carry an enormous emotional load. These online support programs are built specifically for parents and carers,…
Feel empowered to make decisions about your cancer treatment. Ask about options and take control where possible, including treatment timing and location.
Cancer impacts the whole family emotionally. Parents and carers may feel overwhelmed, guilty, or helpless. Support is available to help everyone cope.
Returning to work after cancer can boost confidence and independence. Prepare by knowing your limits and adjusting your routine.
Cancer can test friendships, leading to gains and losses. Communicate openly and lean on supportive friends during this time.
Being the partner of someone who has cancer isn’t easy – it can be scary and confusing.
Parenting is tough enough without adding cancer to the mix. We get it. Here are some tips for parents and carers impacted by cancer on communicating and supporting their children.
