About the programs
All our education programs are free of charge, however programs by other organisations may incur a fee. This is noted in the particular program session where this occurs. Please remember that bookings are essential.
Taking Control
This general program is designed to help with the diagnosis, treatment and recovery process of leukaemias, lymphomas, myeloma and related blood disorders. This workshop addresses the health and wellbeing of patients, families and carers and includes presentations from clinical staff, dietitians, exercise specialists and more.
Getting Back into Life
Getting back into life is designed as a follow up to Taking Control. This program addresses issues experienced by patients and their carers once treatment has been completed.
Caring for the Carer
The Leukaemia Foundation recognises that caring for a loved one with leukaemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, aplastic anaemia, myelodysplastic syndromes, amyloidosis and other related blood disorders can be a frightening and lonely experience.
A four week program has been developed and designed especially for carers. This program provides a great opportunity for carers to meet each other, share and exchange ideas, look at coping strategies and enjoy a little pampering.
Look Good...Feel Better
Look Good...Feel Better is a workshop held on a regular basis for women, men and teenagers who are undergoing treatment for cancer. Run by volunteer beauty therapists, the program gives participants useful advice on how to manage the changes that may occur to their skin, hair and general appearance as a result of their treatment.
To book freecall 1800 650 960 or visit www.lgfb.org.au
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Living with Grief
Living with Grief, facilitated by a trained psychotherapist and grief counsellor, is an interactive six week program designed to assist individuals who have suffered the loss of a loved one. A unique and professionally managed program, it provides comprehensive and meaningful support for individuals within a group setting. It is specifically designed to provide a safe, trusting environment in which participants can express their grief, receive emotional and educational support and learn strategies and skills for coping.
Surviving Cancer (NSW only)
The Surviving Cancer course is run through the University of Sydney 's Continuing Education program. We have assisted in the development of this course which explores some of the issues surrounding surviving cancer. This includes: Now that my body is healing, what about my head? Will I get back to normal? Will every ache always be cancer again? Why am I having difficulty with my relationships? What can I hope for?
To book, contact Continuing Education on www.cce.usyd.edu.au or 02 9036 4789.
Blood and Bone Marrow Cancer Seminar
The Blood and Bone Marrow Cancer Seminar is a one day information seminar which provides individual break-out sessions on the differing disease types and group sessions on common issues faced by patients and family members.
Managing Life (Vic only)
The Managing Life Luncheon seminars address health and wellbeing and the challenges of managing life with a blood cancer diagnosis.
Taking the Next Step (Vic only)
Taking the Next Step seminars are workshop for patients and carers moving on from a blood caner diagnosis, and explore some of the issues surrounding surviving cancer.
Disease-specific education programs
A range of disease-specific programs are available for people living with acute leukaemias, chronic leukaemias, lymphomas, myeloma, MDS and amyloidosis.
These programs provide tailored information and support and may include clinician guest speakers to provide updates on diagnosis and treatments.
For further information on any of our programs in each state, please call 1800 620 420.
