Mummy’s Wish

Rare Cancers Australia

Emotional support Everyday tasks

Service available in:

All states and territories

What the service does

Mummy’s Wish, a program of Rare Cancers Australia, supports mums who have cancer and young children. Each mum is matched with a dedicated support worker who provides guidance, regular check-ins, support with managing day-to-day life and help accessing other services. Support may also include care packs, comfort bears, educational books and emotional and financial assistance where needed. The program is available across Australia.

Key details

Operating hours

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

Delivery methods

Face to face
Phone
Email
Online

Cost

Completely free

Eligibility / Role

Person with cancer
Carer
Family/friends
Service for mothers of young children with a current diagnosis of cancer by an Australian Medical Specialist and receiving specialist approved treatment

Accessibility

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Language and community

Offer in-language support

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Language supported other than English

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Community and identity

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Cancers supported

Cancer type

All cancers

Cancer stage

  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment
  • Recovery/post treatment
  • Advanced Cancer