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Fundraise for Canteen and help young Aussies stand up to cancer. Ideas to get your started…
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In memory
Meet some of the young people impacted by cancer you support….
Treatment had a massive impact, not only physically but socially and emotionally. Isolation is one of the greatest challenges I faced as I withdrew from my friends and family. Cancer takes over every single part of your life and it becomes difficult to navigate on your own. Canteen has helped me with all this. As a Youth Ambassador, I hope to highlight that the process of returning to a sense normal after treatment is often difficult for patients, and how it’s more important than ever for individuals to have the support of family, friends and organisations like Canteen.
Alicia,
Canteen Youth Ambassador and Service User
I had a Brain Stem Tumor removed when I was eight which resulted in me not being able to move anything besides my big toe or breathe on my own. I spent 474 days in hospital, and it was a huge effort to get some movement back. Although I now need a support worker 24/7, the experience has made me so much braver, stronger and a fighter. Canteen services have impacted my life hugely. Their counselling services and social groups have had a positive impact on my wellbeing. Canteen has shown me that there are people out there that accept me for who I am as a person. I am really grateful to be part of these services.
Kiera,
Canteen Youth Ambassador and Service User
How does Canteen help young people?
Counselling and individual support
Canteen counsellors are specially trained to understand the challenges cancer brings. Young people can share thoughts or feelings that other people in their lives might not be able to relate to.
Peer support and programs
Life can feel pretty lonely when you’re trying to deal with cancer. Through Canteen, young people can meet other young people living with cancer who totally get what they’re going through.
Youth Cancer Services
Youth Cancer Services provide world-leading, specialist, age-appropriate treatment and support for young cancer patients aged 15-25. Around 70% of all newly diagnosed young cancer patients are supported by the Youth Cancer Services.
Canteen Connect
An online community for young people (aged 12-25) who are dealing with their own diagnosis, a close family member’s cancer or the death of a loved one. Through Canteen Connect, young people and parents can connect with others in a similar situation, share their experiences and chat to a Canteen counsellor.
Leadership
Each year young people at Canteen are offered a range of opportunities to develop their leadership potential. Ultimately, we are investing in young people’s power and positive influence in their lives, communities and world.
Robots Project
Designed to help cancer patients stay connected to their school and friend networks, our robots use video conferencing technology to allow young people to remotely attend classes and engage with friends. Our robot enables a young cancer patient to keep up with their daily lives, achieve a sense of normality, and lower their feelings of isolation.
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