Acute leukaemia

Support when you have cancer

Acute leukaemia

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People with cancer may need a range of information and support at different times. The support needed can be:

  • physical
  • emotional
  • practical.

It is important to know that there are people and organisations that can help.

Support when you have leukaemia

One of the main organisations that provides information and support for people with cancer is the Cancer Council. Their services include:

  • an Information and Support line, 13 11 20, which has specially trained staff available to offer support
  • a range of face-to-face, online and telephone support groups
  • a program called Cancer Connect where you can talk to someone who has experienced cancer
  • an online community for people with cancer and their families and friends.

The Leukaemia Foundation has several types of support and information for people with blood cancers, including leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Their contact number is 1800 620 420 Mon-Fri 8.30am to 5pm.

You can also talk to the cancer care coordinator or social worker where you are being seen. They can tell you what services and support groups are available locally. Your GP may also be able to provide information about this.

Where to get help

There are people you can talk to for more information or support.

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