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Ovarian Cancer Australia Support Group

Find out more about our city support groups. These groups are great for a new experience where you can meet new women in a similar situation and learn something new.

Brisbane

When:  Thursday 14th June 10.30am -   12 noon

Topic:   Hypnotherapy Join Carol Moore from the Brisbane Hypnosis Centre as she discusses the different types of hypnotherapy and its benefits alongside traditional medicine to compliment health and wellbeing.

Location: Nursing Australia Office, 127 Creek St, Brisbane.

RSVP Essential: Rose  grmsfraser@iprimus.com.au or phone 1300 660 334.

Ovarian Cancer Australia invites all patients and survivors to drop in for a cuppa and a chat. Support people are welcome.

Kim Walters Choices Program - Gynaecological Cancer Support Group

When: Every first Monday of the month, 1.30pm - 2.30pm
Where: The Wesley Hospital, 451 Coronation Drive, Auchenflower QLD 4066
Contact: Leonie Young or Janine Porter-Steele on 07 3232 6548 or 07 3232 7064

Choices’ multi-disciplinary approach includes specialist nurses, peer support coordination, staff and volunteers with personal experiences of breast and gynaecological cancers, counselling and physiotherapy services. Specialised groups for younger women, secondary cancer and women who partner women are offered as well as complementary therapies and exercise rehabilitation programs.Choices is a free community service funded through community support. Any individual diagnosed with breast or gynaecological cancers and their families are welcome.

RSVPs/bookings are essential for all programs and events as it assists with catering and in the event of cancellation. Generally, no programs have been scheduled during school holidays and public holidays.

Gold Coast Sunshine Sisters

When: Every second Thursday of the month, 10am-12noon
Where: Kirra Hill Community and Cultural Centre, Cnr Garrick St and Powell Cres, Coolangatta

Ovarian and Breast Cancer support group; sharing friendship, support and information.

For more info contact Carolyn on 0419 663 188 or email carolyn.t@hotmail.com

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