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Commmunity support

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We've collected our favourite resources for you to read, watch, listen to, download and share to better understand and manage this concern, as well as clinical services if you would prefer to speak to someone about the emotional challenges of cancer treatment. 
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Parentline

QLD GOVERNMENT

We recommend this resource because...

Not cancer specific but offers free counselling and support for parents and carers in QLD.

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Red Kite

RED KITE

We recommend this resource because...

Redkite provides practical, financial and mental health support for people caring for a child, aged 18 and under, who has cancer or has been treated for cancer.

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Carer Gateway

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT

We recommend this resource because...

This website is a great resource if you are a carer for someone with cancer. It has information on your entitlements in the workplace, but can also link you to other cares or local support services.

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Dreams2Live4

DREAMS2LIVE4

We recommend this resource because...

Dreams2Live4 makes dreams come true for people who are living with metastatic cancer, relapsed lymphoma, relapsed leukaemia and high grade brain tumours.

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My Aged Care

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT

We recommend this resource because...

To be eligible you need to be over 65 years old and need assistance with some of your everyday tasks. This site gives you information on eligibility and types of assistance that can be provided.

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Community Support Scheme

QLD GOVERNMENT

We recommend this resource because...

This site provides information and eligibility for support to access community service. It is available to those under 65 years old, or under 50 years old for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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TransitCare

TRANSITCARE

We recommend this resource because...

TransitCare is a not-for-profit organisation providing a range of services to seniors, people with disabilities and those who have difficulty getting around.

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STAR Community Services

STAR COMMUNITY SERVICES

We recommend this resource because...

STAR Community Services are a not-for-profit organisation providing a range of aged care services including home care packages and transport to Redlands, Ipswich, Logan, Darling Downs and Gold Coast.

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ATSICHS Brisbane

ATSICHS

We recommend this resource because...

A not-for-profit community led organisation providing health and wellbeing services, including transport support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Brisbane and Logan Regions.

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Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS)

QLD GOVERNMENT

We recommend this resource because...

If you need a small amount of help to keep or regain your independence, the Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS) can help you to continue living safely in your home and actively participate in your community. Eligibility criteria apply.

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