Cancer Council NT

Services offered:

Cancer information Emotional support Financial support and information Getting to treatment Physical symptoms and side effects Talking with others who have had cancer

Contact details

(08) 8944 1800
admin@cancernt.org.au
Casi House Unit 2, 25 Vanderlin Dr, Wanguri, NT, 0891

Website

https://www.cancer.org.au/nt

Service available in:

NT

What the organisation does

Cancer Council NT supports people affected by cancer in the Northern Territory. This includes carers, family members and friends. Services include cancer information, emotional support, financial help and transport to treatment. Support is also available to help manage physical symptoms and side effects through wig and ostomy services. Most services are free. If a service has a cost, financial help may be available for people who need it. Some services are only available to people who meet certain criteria.

Key details

Operating hours

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Delivery methods

Face to face
Phone
Video call
Email
Online

Cost

A fee may apply for some services

Eligibility / Role

Person with cancer
Carer
Family/friends
Some services may only be available to people who meet certain criteria

Accessibility

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Language and community

Offer in-language support

Translated information
Support by Translating and Interpreting Service

Language supported other than English

  • Greek
  • Hindi
  • Punjabi
  • Italian
  • Dari
  • Spanish
  • Mandarin
  • Cantonese
  • Arabic
  • Vietnamese
  • Filipino/Tagalog
  • Other

Community and identity

Tailored information available for:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Cancers supported

Cancer type

All cancers

Cancer stage

All stages

Services listed

Wig Service

Cancer Council NT

What the service does
The Wig Service provides headwear for people who have lost hair due to cancer treatment. Headwear includes wigs, turbans, scarves and beanies. People can choose to buy wigs or headwear if they wish. Pre-loved turbans and scarves are also available to borrow. The service is available in Darwin and Alice Springs.
Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm
Face to face
A fee may apply for some services
NT
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Ostomy Service

Cancer Council NT

What the service does
The Ostomy Service provides stoma‑related aids and appliances for people living with a stoma in the Northern Territory. There may be a fee, depending on eligibility. People who meet Stoma Appliance Scheme requirements may receive supplies free of charge. Supplies can be ordered each month by phone, email or in person at the Cancer Council NT office in Darwin. Supplies can also be posted to people living in remote areas. An Ostomy Officer is available to provide support and help improve wellbeing and quality of life.
Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm
Face to face Online
There is a fee for services
NT
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