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Pink Up anytime, your way!


Below are some digital assets so you can download and share to create your own Pink Up event.

This resources page may contain links to websites or platforms operated by third parties. Those links are provided for convenience and may not remain current or be maintained. Unless expressly stated otherwise, we do not endorse, are not affiliated with and are not responsible for the privacy practices of, or any content on, those linked websites and have no control over or rights in those linked websites. The privacy policies that apply to those other websites may differ substantially from our Privacy Policy, so we encourage individuals to read them before using those websites. Whilst are not associated or affiliated with any third-parties noted or linked to this website, we acknowledge the critical and invaluable support and resources that organisations such those listed on this page have provided to the founder of Pink Up GC and the wider community. We encourage individuals to consider exploring, engaging with and/or supporting these organisations after making their own enquiries with regard to suitability and their needs and intentions.

Advanced Breast Cancer Support Group - ABC

https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/ 

(07) 3217 2998

Supporting women and men with secondary/advanced breast cancer and their families

Breast Cancer Network Australia - BCNA

Cancer Council Queensland

https://cancerqld.org.au

13 11 20


Email info@cancerqld.org.au

  • Cancer Counselling Service - Nurse &/or Psychologist
  • Cancer council connect
  • Wig & Turban Service
  • Assistance with finances & pro bono legal issues

Cancer Support and Information

Breast Cancer - Cancer Council QLD

  • Understanding Breast Cancer
  • Coping with cancer
  • Emotions and cancer
  • Nutrition and Cancer
  • Caring for someone with cancer
  • Understanding chemotherapy
  • Understanding Radiation therapy
  • Talking to children about cancer
  • Understanding Palliative Care

Carer Information

Carerhelp  Logo

The support you need to be a carer. Your role as carer is so important. Find reliable and trustworthy information, tools and resources with CarerHelp. When carers are ready for their role, everybody benefits.

Carer Gateway Logo

Carer Gateway aims to make your life easier.

By calling Carer Gateway, you will be connected with a new Australia-wide network of Carer Gateway service providers. They will talk through what you need and help you to find local services and support to help you.

Dragons Abreast 

https://www.dbq.com.au/our-sport-in-qld/dragons-abreast

Dragon boating for breast cancer patients beneficial in the treatment and prevention of lymphodema

Hopes and Hurdles Information

Our Hope & Hurdles Information Guide is designed for people who have been diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. It has been developed through extensive consultation with people living with metastatic breast cancer, and those who treat and care for them.

The Hope & Hurdles Information Guide is a comprehensive booklet with information about dealing with your diagnosis, treatments and support options for you and your family.


There are also a number of optional booklets available to download.

Palliative Care Information 

PalAssist

https://www.palassist.org.au

Is a free service for anyone who has a life-limiting illness or condition and their families

1800 772 273 7.00am – 7.00pm, 7 days


Cancer Council Queensland: Understanding Palliative Care booklet

CARESEARCH

CareSearch Community

Palliative care knowledge network. A place to learn about end of life and what you can do for yourself or the person you care for

https://lgfb.org.au/Look good feel better

Free workshops 

Home delivered confidence kits

The Logo For Look Good Feel Better Facing Cancer With Confidence

Lymphoedema

https://www.lymphoedema.org.au/

Please discuss any concerns with your health care team and refer you to a specialist such as an Occupational Therapist &/or Physio therapist

Menopause websites

Supportive information to manage menopausal symptoms

Mcgrath Foundation Logo

Provide McGrath Breast Care Nurses to support women and men experiencing breast cancer

OTIS

https://www.otisfoundation.org.au/ 

Otis provides retreat accommodation at no cost to individuals and families dealing with the challenges of breast cancer. 

Please note that there are waiting times for accommodation which changes due to availability