You are here: Home Page A childhood cancer diagnosis can, turn a family’s world upside down. Knowing other families are going through a similar experience can be helpful to feel less alone. Our group support programs give families all around Australia a chance to connect with people whose child has been diagnosed with cancer and…
You are here: Home Page When a child is diagnosed with cancer, most aspects of a family’s lifestyle are impacted in some way. We understand families are under high amounts of pressure and stress during the course of their child’s cancer, treatment and beyond. Cancer Hub provides guidance with financial assistance for cancer patients and helping…
You are here: Home Page Childhood cancer is hard on everyone involved. Parents are suddenly balancing hospital stays, treatments and sleepless nights with work, household duties and trying to maintain a sense of normality for their other children. Siblings can feel left behind as every resource – time, money, energy – rightly becomes focused on…
You are here: Home Page When cancer impacts your family, especially when it’s a child diagnosed, life changes overnight. Between hospital visits, disrupted routines, and emotional strain, it’s never an easy road. The good news is that Australia has a strong network of trusted organisations offering practical, emotional, and financial support. Cancer Hub provides a…
You are here: Home Page The Australian Government (through Centrelink) provides assistance for people who must stop work because of their cancer or to care for someone with cancer. It’s worth finding out what’s available for you and your family, so read on for tips about dealing with Centrelink. Centrelink benefits There are several Centrelink…
You are here: Home Page The Australian Government (through Centrelink) provides assistance for people who must stop work because of their cancer or to care for someone with cancer. It’s worth finding out what’s available for you and your family, so read on for tips about dealing with Centrelink. Centrelink benefits There are several Centrelink…
You are here: Home Page The Australian Government (through Centrelink) provides assistance for people who must stop work because of their cancer or to care for someone with cancer. It’s worth finding out what’s available for you and your family, so read on for tips about dealing with Centrelink. Centrelink benefits There are several Centrelink…
You are here: Home Page One of the best ways to help your children is to get help and support for yourself. Do not try to do it all alone – call on your friends, family and others for help. Accepting support can reduce the burden on you and your children and help to limit…
You are here: Home Page It’s important to let your child’s school know about their cancer diagnosis and treatment. School staff can support your child/children, and make special arrangements with their assessments at this challenging time. Why tell the school/s? Your child may be absent from school while they are having treatment or may be…
You are here: Home Page Even though it’s hard, being honest and open with your children about cancer is the best way to help them cope. Young people want to be told the truth, even if it’s difficult news for you to share and for them to hear. Secrecy often makes things worse and only…