Myeloma Australia are hosting the 2nd Myeloma National Workshop in Sydney!   They invite people living with myeloma and their carers to join them for a national perspective on the latest in multiple myeloma care and treatment from experts in the field.   When: Saturday, October 5th Time: 9:30am - 3:30pm Where: Sydney Masonic Centre, 66 Goulburn Street , SYDNEY   This workshop is free but bookings are essential to secure your place - register online here!   Download flyer here Download Program here Download Parking information ... View more

The Leukaemia Foundation are hosting a Melbourne blood cancer forum, focussing on managing your work and finances.   This forum could benefit you if you are: someone with a blood cancer aged 20 to 50 yrs old juggling work and care responsibilities feeling the financial stress of blood cancer This forum will focus on the financial, legal and employment implications of a blood cancer diagnosis, especially at this unique stage in your life.   Guest speakers: John Berrill – Director & Lawyer, Berrill & Watson Lawyers. He specialises in superannuation and insurance law. Megan Moore – Blood Cancer Support Coordinator, Leukaemia Foundation. ‘Returning to Work & Productivity while Living with a Blood Cancer’ When: Wednesday, October 16th. Time: 6-8:30pm (registration from 6pm, forum to start 6:30pm). Where: The Meat Market. Meeting Room, 5 Blackwood Street, North Melbourne VIC 3051 Cost: Free but you will need to register your attendance here. ... View more

This is a special event, hosted by the Leukaemia Foundation as part a series of Lymphoma focused events recognising World Lymphoma Awareness Day. This seminar will help people diagnosed with lymphoma, along with their family and friends, by providing information and support to help deal with the impact of blood cancer.   Guest Speakers: Senator The Hon. Arthur Sinodinos AO – Senator for New South Wales, will discuss his patient experience. Associate Professor Christina Brown – Haematologist, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital & Chris O’Brien Life House Jessica Cheng – Dietician and Senior Clinical Dietician, Bone Marrow Transplant & Haematology, St Vincent’s Public Hospital A light lunch will be provided – please confirm dietary requirements when you RSVP.   Getting there:  For details of parking and getting to the venue go to www.mylifehouse.org.au/about-lifehouse/how-to-get-here   When: Wednesday, October 9th Time: 9.30 am - 2.00 pm Where: Chris O'Brien Lifehouse Education Centre. 119-143 Missenden Road, Camperdown NSW 2050   To RSVP, contact Claire Kim on ckim@leukaemia.org.au or 0401 751 225   ... View more

This is a program to encourage the practice of mindful meditation. Find a sense of calm and centre within the upheaval of living with cancer.   Our 6 week program will be starting from the 14th of October in Devonport.   For further information and to register, contact Kris at Cancer Council Tasmania on 6419-4200. ... View more

“Fighting cancer, enduring treatment, and recovering from cancer is stressful, tiring and overwhelming.”   Join us for a workshop to support you with strategies to combat emotional and physical fatigue. Guest speakers / Morning Tea   When: Thursday the 17th October Time: 10.00 till Midday Where: Cancer Council Tasmania, Devonport - Suite 2, 45 Best Street Devonport TAS 7310   Please RSVP to 6419 4200 or supportservicesnw@cancertas.org.au by 10th October ... View more

    We're seeking interest from Australian young adult survivors who are looking for guidance, strategies, and discussion with their peers.   Re-claim Life is a support program designed for cancer survivors who are aged between 25 and 40 years. The aim is to help participants develop better coping skills in managing their cancer-related concerns in the early survivorship period.   People within this age group can be contemplating new relationships, starting jobs or returning to the workforce. They may be worried about whether they can have their own family and how their future will unfold.   Open discussion between the participants is facilitated by two counsellors who also provide tangible strategies to build resilience and coping skills. The format of the program is via videoconferencing with between 4 and 6 participants attending six, weekly sessions.   It is part of a larger research study developed by Ursula Sansom-Daly, Claire Wakefield and colleagues at the Behavioural Sciences Unit, Kids Cancer Centre, UNSW Sydney. Cancer Council NSW has partnered with the university to deliver the program.   For more details please call Gabrielle on 1800 734 398. ... View more

Every month, we send out an email newsletter to all members of the Cancer Council Online Community.   This usually happens towards the end of the month though very occasionally we may send you a separate email for information and support events such as the webinar which we had livestreaming in the community for the first time this month.   These emails contain happenings within the community, as well as the latest in research and cancer news from an Australian perspective. We also include events taking place across Australia with Cancer Council, and other organisations such as Peter Mac, the Prostate Cancer Foundation, Breast Cancer Network Australia, CanTeen and Ovarian Cancer Australia.   If you have an information seminar or event that you think other community members may like to attend, anywhere in the world - please send us an email and we'll review your submission. Please note, we do not allow any fundraising to take place within the Online Community, as this is a space for people affected by cancer to connect and seek support.   If you're not already a member of the Online Community and would like to get the newsletter, simply sign up!   If you have any questions, feel free to reply here or send us an email 😃 ... View more

Western and Central Melbourne Integrated Cancer Service (WCMICS) is hosting an event for people affected by Head and Neck Cancer, their carers and family members.   You will hear from others sharing ‘my personal experience’, guest speakers and a variety of healthcare professionals.   There will be stalls covering a variety of aspects including: Oral care Good nutrition and eating Treatment and side effects Supports available Date: Friday, October 25th Time: 10am-1pm Where: Kensington Town Hall, Melbourne. 30-34 Bellair St., Kensington, VIC 3031 Cost: Free   Here's what happened at their July event:   You can register for this event online here.   Any issues or questions, please contact the team on 03 8559-8560 or email contactus@wcmics.org ... View more