WIGS FOR LOAN
As well as turbans, beanies and other head coverings we also have over 70 wigs available for loan, free of charge, to women undergoing chemotherapy treatment.
Please contact the office on 8552 9304 to arrange a suitable time for a private consultation.
Assistance will be provided when choosing your wig and instructions given for the care and maintenance of your wig.
BREAST CARE NURSE
Do you know someone with breast cancer or do you have breast cancer yourself?
Did you know that you can have access to our wonderful, local McGrath Breast Care Nurse, Cheryl Baxter, who can provide support and advice?
It doesn’t matter if you are newly diagnosed, going through treatment or have finished treatment. Too many times we hear that women didn’t know that a Breast Care Nurse was available to them during this very difficult and trying time.
Cheryl has been so helpful and supportive for a lot of people in this area, however many people do not know of her, although she has been providing support and advice to local women long before the McGrath Foundation began sponsoring breast care nurses.
Cheryl is unable to make first contact and some doctors and hospitals forget to give out this information so please call her and pass on her number to other women you know who have breast cancer.
Photo courtesy McGrath Foundation
PAMPHLETS
The "drop in" centre at Carrickalinga House has a range of cancer information pamphlets, please feel free to drop by during our office hours 10 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday. The office is totally staffed by volunteers. There may be an odd occasion, where for a short period the office may be unattended. We apologise if this occurs or causes you any inconvenience.
USEFUL LINKS
Each website can be accessed by clicking on the logo
BCNA is the peak national organisation for Australians affected by breast cancer, and consists of a network of more than 120,000 members and 288 Member Groups. More than 90 per cent of members have had a diagnosis of breast cancer, and the remaining members have had a personal experience with breast cancer through a family member or friend.
The Pink Lady silhouette, is symbolic of BCNA's focus on the women diagnosed with breast cancer and all those around them.
Every breast cancer experience is different. That's why the McGrath Foundation aims to make life that little bit easier for individuals and families experiencing breast cancer.
The McGrath Foundation raises money to place specialist McGrath Breast Care Nurses, wherever they're needed.
Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA) is a broad based community organisation and the peak national body for prostate cancer in Australia.Dedicated to reducing the impact of prostate cancer on Australian men, their partners and families, recognising the diversity of the Australian community by:
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Promoting and funding world leading, innovative research into prostate cancer
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Implementing awareness and advocacy campaigns and education programs for the Australian Community, health professionals and Government
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Supporting men and their families affected by prostate cancer through evidence-based information and resources, support groups and Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurses.
An organisation for men and women with cancer, who have had cancer and those who care for someone with cancer.
Founded by Kerry Reinhold, a cancer survivor and Cheryl Baxter, a McGrath Breast Cancer Nurse the group has 2 aims:
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Providing programs promoting well-being through fun, whilst also being informative and innovative for women and men.
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Understanding Medical and financial costs involved and navigating through the health and financial systems which can be overwhelming.
The Southern Communities Transport Scheme (SCOT) provides a range of door to door community car services. For further information please click on the logo to access the website or here to view their brochure
My Aged Care can help you to find out about:
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The types of aged care services available
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Your eligibility for services
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Service providers in your area
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Costs you may need to pay
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Advocacy services
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How to make a complaint
FREE accommodation in various places around the country as well as in South Australia, for those dealing with breast cancer. Accommodation varies but can accomodate from 2 to 12 guests for 3 to 6 nights. Well worth researching for respite purposes!
Brochures are available in the FCSF office
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Bradley's Place is a respite house for children with cancer and their families. It is administered by the Childhood Cancer Association.
For further information call 8239 1444