Cancer Council WA

Services offered:

Cancer counselling Cancer information Emotional support Exercise and physical activity programs Financial support and information Finding somewhere to stay during treatment Getting to treatment Legal support Talking with others who have had cancer Wellbeing programs

What the organisation does

Cancer Council WA supports people affected by cancer, including family members and carers. The organisation provides cancer information and a range of support services to help people manage physical, emotional and practical challenges after a cancer diagnosis. Support includes cancer information, emotional support and help with legal and money concerns. Practical help is also available, such as transport or accommodation for people who need to travel for cancer treatment. Services are available across Western Australia, in cities, towns and country areas.

Key details

Operating hours

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

Delivery methods

Phone
Video call
Face to face
Email
Online

Cost

Completely free

Eligibility / Role

Person with cancer
Carer
Family/friends

Accessibility

Reach out to the organisation to confirm available support.

Language and community

Offer in-language support

Translated information
Support by Translating and Interpreting Services

Language supported other than English

  • Mandarin
  • Cantonese
  • Arabic
  • Vietnamese
  • Korean
  • Italian

Community and identity

Tailored information available for:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
LGBTQIA+ community

Cancers supported

Cancer type

All cancers

Cancer stage

All stages

Services listed

Statewide Cancer Support Centre Southwest (Dots Place Bunbury)

Cancer Council WA

What the service does
A dedicated regional cancer support service is available for people living in regional parts of Western Australia. The service offers help from a Cancer Support Coordinator, who can provide emotional support and help find and access local services. Centres are located in the South West (Bunbury), Peel (Mandurah), Great Southern (Albany) and Midwest (Geraldton).
Mon–Fri 9am–4pm
Face to face
Completely free
WA
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Statewide Cancer Support Centre (Dots Place Peel) Mandurah

Cancer Council WA

What the service does
A dedicated regional cancer support service is available for people living in regional parts of Western Australia. The service offers help from a Cancer Support Coordinator, who can provide emotional support and help find and access local services. Centres are located in the South West (Bunbury), Peel (Mandurah), Great Southern (Albany) and Midwest (Geraldton).
Mon–Fri 8am–4pm
Face to face
Completely free
WA
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Statewide Cancer Support Centre Great Southern (Albany)

Cancer Council WA

What the service does
A dedicated regional cancer support service is available for people living in regional parts of Western Australia. The service offers help from a Cancer Support Coordinator, who can provide emotional support and help find and access local services. Centres are located in the South West (Bunbury), Peel (Mandurah), Great Southern (Albany) and Midwest (Geraldton).
Mon 9:30am–3:30pm Tue–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm
Face to face
Completely free
WA
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Statewide Cancer Support Centre Midwest (Geraldton)

Cancer Council WA

What the service does
A dedicated regional cancer support service is available for people living in regional parts of Western Australia. The service offers help from a Cancer Support Coordinator, who can provide emotional support and help find and access local services. Centres are located in the South West (Bunbury), Peel (Mandurah), Great Southern (Albany) and Midwest (Geraldton).
Tue–Thu 8:30am–4:30pm
Face to face
Completely free
WA
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Wig Service

Cancer Council WA

What the service does
The Wig Service supports people affected by cancer. It is for people with a cancer diagnosis who are experiencing, or expect to experience, hair loss from cancer treatment. The service offers wigs, turbans, beanies and scarves in different styles and colours. People can borrow a wig or headwear for as long as they need. Items can be exchanged as many times as needed. The service is available in person at different locations or by post. People living in Western Australia can access this support.
Mon–Fri 9:30am–3:30pm
Face to face
Completely free
WA
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Life Now Program

Cancer Council WA

What the service does
The Life Now Program offers gentle exercise and calming activities for people with cancer and for people who care for someone with cancer. The program can help reduce stress and support wellbeing. Activities include beginner‑friendly exercise, meditation, mindfulness, mindful art, tai chi and yoga. Courses are available across Western Australia and online. Some health conditions may affect whether the exercise program is suitable. It is not suitable for people with certain health conditions such as certain muscle, heart or nerve conditions, a current serious illness, multiple myeloma, very low red blood cells (severe anaemia) or low white blood cells (neutropenia).
Mon–Fri 9am–5pm
Video call Face to face Online
Courses are completely free. External accredited exercise providers will charge a fee for an initial assessment
WA
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Wig Service Southwest (Bunbury)

Cancer Council WA

What the service does
The Wig Service supports people affected by cancer. It is for people with a cancer diagnosis who are experiencing, or expect to experience, hair loss from cancer treatment. The service offers wigs, turbans, beanies and scarves in different styles and colours. People can borrow a wig or headwear for as long as they need. Items can be exchanged as many times as needed. The service is available in person at different locations or by post. People living in Western Australia can access this support.
Mon–Fri 8am–4pm
Face to face
Completely free
WA
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Wig Service Peel (Mandurah)

Cancer Council WA

What the service does
The Wig Service supports people affected by cancer. It is for people with a cancer diagnosis who are experiencing, or expect to experience, hair loss from cancer treatment. The service offers wigs, turbans, beanies and scarves in different styles and colours. People can borrow a wig or headwear for as long as they need. Items can be exchanged as many times as needed. The service is available in person at different locations or by post. People living in Western Australia can access this support.
Mon–Fri 8am–4pm
Face to face
Completely free
WA
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Wig Service Midwest (Geraldton)

Cancer Council WA

What the service does
The Wig Service supports people affected by cancer. It is for people with a cancer diagnosis who are experiencing, or expect to experience, hair loss from cancer treatment. The service offers wigs, turbans, beanies and scarves in different styles and colours. People can borrow a wig or headwear for as long as they need. Items can be exchanged as many times as needed. The service is available in person at different locations or by post. People living in Western Australia can access this support.
Tue–Wed 8:30am–4:30pm
Face to face
Completely free
WA
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