The Counterpart Resource Centre is open every
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from
10am–5pm. (Peer support from 10am–2pm)
We have learnt that it is often easier for a woman if we can call her first, once she has given her consent.Fiona, Counterpart Staff Member
We're from different races, different religions, different beliefs and backgrounds, but we feel supported, feel free and connected.Mina
I have been able to speak about things that I really hadn't been able to speak about to anyone else. I'd been given permission to feel bad; I didn't have to feel brave with these people (Counterpart).Pam
I understand now that having lived through a life threatening illness I can offer something valuable to other women - through listening, understanding and acknowledging their feelings - that can be very valuable to others.Kirsten, Counterpart Volunteer
One of the most difficult things to deal with (after a cancer diagnosis) is what to do next? Where do I go from here to help myself stay well?Rhonda
For me I can't pinpoint why I volunteer, but if sharing my story can help someone just once then I'm happy.Janine, Counterpart Volunteer
I think as a volunteer at Counterpart, I offer other women hope. I think we offer a guiding hand to empower women to make their own decisions and to help bring back a sense of control at a time that can be very isolating.Frederika, Counterpart Volunteer
I believe the satisfaction i feel with my treatment is largely attributed to the information and support I got from CounterpartJeanette
Great to see an effort being made to collaborate with a range of groups, support services and providers.Ann, attendee at a collaborative forum
The day generated a warm connectedness and safe nurturing environment for the group of women who all have an experience of breast or gynaecological cancer, in a rural environment.Catherine, Breast Care Nurse
The presentation was good but I really enjoyed connecting with the other women around me - chatting about 'our story'Sophia
Meeting other women who are 'walking the walk' - while professionals say they understand how we feel and although they display empathy, this is on a different level.Jane, Living with Advanced Cancer
Counterpart's session (the Two of Us) was valuable because it provided an outlet for people to express concerns and gave partners an opportunity to meet other partners.Leanne
The Bridge of Support has been an excellent initiative, bringing the supportive approach of Counterpart to where the patients most need it.Prof Bruce Mann
"After treatment the body and self are a bit battered and being in such a positive place (reflexology session), enhanced my feelings of self worth and esteem."Reflexology Participant
Being able to discuss difficult issues openly and light-heartedly was a huge relief for me and helped me to feel 'normal' again.Fiona
After treatment the body and self are a bit battered and being in such a positive place (reflexology session) enhanced my feeling of self worth and esteem.Margaret
It is always so validating to hear other women with cancer talk about their experiences - they provide strength, insight and an opportunity to reflect.Penny
For the first time I felt I was no longer alone. It was the first time I have sat in a room with other women with the same problems, emotions and experiences as myself.Jane
P: 1300 781 500
E: info@counterpart.org.au
Phone and online support only, until further notice.
Open: Mon, Wed, Thu 10am–5pm
(Peer support from 10am–2pm)