Women with a lived experience of cancer are uniquely placed to help other women with a cancer diagnosis to live well. Our service is based on this simple but powerful idea. In 2023, Women's Health Victoria is celebrating 20 years of Counterpart, and 20 years of connecting, supporting and informing women with cancer to live
Continue ReadingWhat's new in March, with links to support, information and other items from the cancer sector. Women’s Health Victoria’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan Our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan has been formally endorsed by Reconciliation Australia. As the second stage of our RAP journey, this Innovate RAP sets out a series of 15 key actions and
Continue ReadingWhat's new in March, with links to support, information and other items from the cancer sector. My Cancer Guide Cancer Council Victoria's My Cancer Guide helps people to search for the support services they need based on their cancer and location. The guide links to more than 450 support services across Victoria. Services include psychological
Continue ReadingWhat's new in February, with links to support, information and other items from the cancer sector. Free virtual Cancer Wellness Program The Australian Cancer Survivorship Centre and Cancer Council Victoria are running a virtual Cancer Wellness Program on Friday 17 March (11am–12.30pm). This free education and support program is for people who have completed cancer
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Continue ReadingViolet Companion Violet Companion is an online tool that provides quick, safe and relevant information on end of life and grief. It brings together the most helpful articles, videos and podcasts from the 12,000+ people Violet has supported. Violet Companion offers community and connection with an opportunity for questions and answers from experienced Violet Guides.
Continue ReadingNew website for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with cancer Free information and support resources for women with metastatic breast cancer Are you caring for someone with advanced cancer? Help make volunteering more inclusive by joining an advisory group New website for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with cancer Our Mob and Cancer is
Continue ReadingLinks to support, information and other items from the cancer sector. CarerHelp – information and resources for carers New blood cancer Optimal Care Pathways RMH Breast Service seeking consumer involvement Look Good Feel Better virtual workshops New bladder cancer guidebook Spring into This Girl Can Week CarerHelp – information and resources for carers CarerHelp is an
Continue ReadingMy breast care nurse told me about Counterpart last year when I was diagnosed. During the first few months after diagnosis, in the midst of so many appointments, starting treatment so suddenly and meeting all the different specialists, it was reassuring speaking to someone who'd been in a similar position themselves, with their own cancer
Continue ReadingLinks to support, information and other items from the cancer sector. Australian Cancer Plan engagement hub Study into CALD patient safety and engagement in cancer settings New National Pancreatic Cancer Roadmap Breast cancer in young women Q&A event Survey: National Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy Find information with the Counterpart Navigator Australian Cancer Plan engagement hub
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