Hi guys, i just wanted to ley you know that I am taking a break from my YAC related work. After a long hard think, I have made the decision to take 12 months off and see what happens and what life may be like without thinking about cancer. I have never done this and for the sake of my sanity (and all those around me!) tells me that its time to do it. I would love more than nothing to be able to work in the YAC field, and to make this decision at this crucial point in time for the YAC movement, pulls me apart. But I must take this time out to see if I really belong or whether I need to move on, or just change a few things around. I think there is no better time than right now to do this. Its been awesome getting connected with some very inspiring and lovely people here and I say thanks for your many efforts of support and friendship. If you have any queries about this group, please have a chat with Felix from the Cancer Council, as he will oversee the group whilst I am on my cancer free holiday :) Keep conneceted and take good care of yourselves! all my best wishes, Nikki ... View more

Hi guys, i just wanted to let you know that I am taking a break from my YAC related work. After a long hard think, I have made the decision to take 12 months off and see what happens and what life may be like without thinking about cancer. I have never done this and for the sake of my sanity (and all those around me!) tells me that its time to do it. I would love more than nothing to be able to work in the YAC field, and to make this decision at this crucial point in time for the YAC movement, pulls me apart. But I must take this time out to see if I really belong or whether I need to move on, or just change a few things around. I think there is no better time than right now to do this. Its been awesome getting connected with some very inspiring and lovely people here and I say thanks for your many efforts of support and friendship. Take care of yourselves and all my best wishes, Nikki ... View more

Just a quick note to anyone who is in the Sydney area.... The Cancer Council NSW is running a pilot program at the end of this month based on workplace issue's and cancer. Anyone who can make it is welcome to go. Its free and I hear that there are to be some great speakers involved. It is being run by Annie Miller who is the Project Coordinator of the Community Education Programs department at the Cancer Council NSW. In her role at the Cancer Council, Annie has taken a keen interest in helping young adults affected by cancer. So if you are able to go along, please go up and introduce yourself to Annie, as she has a host of ideas and upcoming programs that are directed towards our age group coming along very soon! Here are the full details: Cancer Council NSW Workshop - Working Beyond Cancer Saturday, 27th February 2010 (Proudly sponsored by Mortgage Choice) Have you recently finished your cancer treatment and plan to return to work? Are you juggling your treatment, career, and caring for your family during normal working hours? Perhaps you are caring for someone with cancer and still trying to work and live your life? Come along to our inaugural Working Beyond Cancer workshop and learn from workplace experts, exercise and nutrition experts, counsellors, etc. A variety of topics and workplace-related issues will be covered including: • Practical and emotional issues around returning to work or working through your treatment • Carers’ needs in the workplace • Effective and appropriate communication with work colleagues and employees • Legal and Superannuation issues • Managing Employees with cancer and after cancer treatment • Exercise, nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices Registration is essential. Call NOW on freecall 1300 200 558. For further information, contact Annie Miller on the number above; or Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20. Venue: Mortgage Choice training rooms - Level 10, 100 Miller Street, North Sydney Time: 9am – 3.30pm Cost: FREE Best Nikki Smile ... View more

Hi everyone! Just a quick note to anyone who is in the Sydney area.... The Cancer Council NSW is running a pilot program at the end of this month based on workplace issue's and cancer. Anyone who can make it is welcome to go. Its free and I hear that there are to be some great speakers involved. Full details are now up on the homepage of the Young Adult Social Group on Cancer Connections. Best, Nikki ... View more