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Cancer support groups
These cancer support groups have asked that their details be made available on this website. The Cancer Council does not directly participate in the running of any of these groups.
If details of any of the support groups listed here have changed, please let Kathryie Strassnick know by email or by phoning the Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20. Cancer support groups allow people going through a similar experience of having cancer to meet together. Most groups are open to the person with cancer and their families and friends. How can a support group help?
A support group can help people deal with the disruption in their lives, access the information they need, incease their sense of control and reduce feelings of isolation. People can see that their own responses are normal and provide opportunities to share practical tips for coping with cancer. People often say they can relax, joke and just be themselves in a cancer support group. How are they organised? It varies. Facilitators may be someone who has experienced cancer and the group is a self-help group. Sometimes health professionals facilitate groups. It may take time to find a group that meets your specific needs. Generally, groups aim to provide a combination of emotional and informational support. Find out about establishing and running support groups. Call The Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20 for a free Cancer Support Group Resource Kit which covers
The Cancer Council also provides professional development opportunities for cancer support group leaders.
Read Mosaic, a newsletter for South Australian support groups. Cancer Voices SA - together we can make a difference!
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