Talking to your children about cancer

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…

Talking to kids about cancer: 7 handy tips

Talking to kids about cancer: 7 handy tips

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…

Supporting your partner when they have cancer

Supporting your partner when they have cancer

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…

Looking after yourself

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…

How can Centrelink help my family?

How can Centrelink help my family?

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…

Emotions and Cancer: Coping tips for parents

Emotions and Cancer: Coping tips for parents

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…