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Support group search
Use the form below to search for cancer support groups in Victoria, or view all cancer support groups.
Please note: Meeting location and contact details are not displayed publicly to protect the privacy and safety of all group participants. Call 13 11 20 for more information about a group.
Approximate locations
Can't find a group that suits you?
If you can't find what you need, try entering a keyword to search the whole record: for example women or stoma or Werribee.
If there are no groups for the specific cancer type you are looking for, consider whether a group without a specific cancer focus would suit you or call 13 11 20 to find individual supports.
We thank Cancer Australia and the Ralph Lauren 'Pink Pony' Grants Program for the funds to develop this search tool.
Questions about cancer?
Call or email our experienced cancer nurses for information and support.
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Where cancer starts, how it spreads, common risk factors and symptoms.
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Explore our A-Z list of cancer types, with information on diagnosis and treatment.
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Learn about cancer treatments and find your local treatment centre.
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A cancer is rare or less common when it only affects a small number of people.
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Advanced cancer usually can’t be cured, but it can often be controlled.
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For some families, an inherited faulty gene means their risk of cancer is much higher.
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Children, teens and young adults
No matter what age a child is, a cancer diagnosis will have a big effect on them.
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Cancer information and support services for Victorian Aboriginal communities.
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Learn about cancer and COVID-19, and updates about our support services.
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Identify and manage common side effects of cancer and its treatment, such as pain.
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It is normal to experience a range of emotions when you have cancer.
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Grief is the process of responding to loss and it can affect all parts of your life.
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Eating well is beneficial during and after cancer treatment.
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Aerobic, strength, flexibility and pelvic floor exercises for people with cancer.
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Being diagnosed with cancer while you are pregnant is rare, but it can happen.
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Cancer may affect the role sexuality and intimacy play in your life.
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Coping with cancer is challenging and it is important to look after yourself.
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Tips to help you make the most of special occasions and manage holidays.
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You may continue to face challenges even after cancer treatment has ended.
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Learn about cancer and COVID-19, and updates about our support services.
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Speak to our trusted and compassionate cancer nurses on 13 11 20 or via email.
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A guide to support services available to Victorians affected by cancer.
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Information on dealing with, planning for and looking after somone at the end of life.
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Caring for someone with cancer
Caring can be rewarding but also challenging, both physically and emotionally.
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We offer a free, personalised wig loan service.
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Connect with others and participate in our free education programs.
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Information and support programs related to legal and financial matters.
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Information for employees and employers.
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Free, short term phone counselling services to help you work through any cancer related concerns.
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Free short breaks for those affected by cancer and their families.
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Cancer information and support services for Victorian Aboriginal communities.
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Cancer information and support services for LGBTIQ+ communities.
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Early detection offers one of the best chances of cure.
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Cut down on alcohol to reduce your risk of cancer.
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Convincing evidence links obesity to various cancers.
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We recommend a healthy body weight, regular exercise and a healthy diet.
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It's preventable but nearly 2,000 Australians die of skin cancer each year.
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Each year 15,000 Australians are diagnosed with smoking-related cancer.
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Evidence links physical activity to reduced breast and colon cancer risk.
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Tips to cut your cancer risk in the workplace.
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We're working to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
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Cancer information and support services for LGBTIQ+ communities.
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Get the latest cancer research news.
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Scientific work funded in universities, hospitals and research institutes.
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Find out how we help patients access clinical trials.
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Search the vast number of projects we've been involved in over the years.
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Team of researchers who have expanded our understanding of cancer.
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Improving survival for less common and low survival cancers.
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Research ethics and guidelines
Learn about our research ethics and research practice guidelines
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Principles for the responsible and ethical conduct of research.
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McCabe Centre for Law & Cancer
Find out how we use the law to prevent cancer and to protect people affected by it.
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We register details of all cancer diagnoses to keep statistics.
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Centre for Behavioural Research in Cancer
Learn more about the centre and its work.
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Learn more about the centre and its work.
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Support our work including research, cancer support and prevention.
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A gift of hope for generations to come.
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Find a fundraising event to suit you.
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Join the fight against cancer and volunteer with us.
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Share your story to help others, give back and be heard.
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Learn more about philanthropy at Cancer Council Victoria.
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There are many ways corporates can support our work.
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Create a lasting space to remember your loved one or give in memory.
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Make a lasting contribution when you celebrate your next special occasion.
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Give a cancer patient some time away in your holiday home.
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Cancer Council’s online store offers ultimate sun protection solutions.
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Learn about cancer and COVID-19, and support services for your patients.
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Read our latest news for health professionals.
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Request a call back from a cancer nurse for one of your patients or carers.
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Order a limited number of our free booklets and brochures.
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Education programs for people who work in a healthcare setting.
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Information for Nurse Cervical Screening providers.
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The Optimal Care Pathways provide a consistent statewide approach to care management in each tumour stream.
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A project to improve access to supportive care for people affected by cancer.
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Network of specialist health care professionals.
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Resources and support for general practice.
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Medical guides for specific cancers.
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Referral information for legal and financial assistance programs.
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To support nutritional management of oncology patients.
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Resources and support for Community Health Professionals.
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Free, short-term phone counselling service to help your patients.
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Addresses, phone numbers, parking and public transport information.
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Our strategic plan, outlining our mission, values, goals and priorities.
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News from Cancer Council Victoria and stories of those affected by cancer.
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See what we spent our money on in 2020.
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Interested in a career with Cancer Council Victoria? Find out more.
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Latest media releases and contacts for media liaison.
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Influencing law and policy to improve cancer outcomes for all Victorians.
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Find out about our governance and our board.
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Annual review, newsletters, booklets, information sheets and videos.
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View our annual reviews which demonstrate our achievements each year.
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Snapshots of people and events from our long history.
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Nigel John Gray, AO, is a pioneer of tobacco control both nationally, and internationally.
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Culturally diverse communities
We work to reduce the impact of cancer in diverse communities.
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Our Melbourne-based retail shop is now permanently closed. To purchase our products, visit www.cancercouncilshop.org.au.
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