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Youth Cancer Service
Find the latest news from Canteen featuring stories from the young people and families we support as well as updates on our research and services.
Read about the amazing fundrasing efforts of Chapel Hill State School as they raised over $3000 for young people impacted by cancer
Read the exciting news detailing the additional government funding which was granted to the Cancer Hub service.
Read about the highlights from the 2024 Canteen Youth Leadership Festival, in what was another inspiring and fun-filled event!
Youth Leadership plays a big role at Canteen. Watch the Youth Leadership video to learn about how our inspiring leaders are making a mark across the organisation.
Read about Canteen‘s partnership with Pillow Talk, who have made a commitment to providing comfort and support to our counselling spaces across Australia
Read our round up NAIDOC Week 2024, where Canteen staff took part in a number of events across the country
19 young people impacted by cancer attended our recent camp program on the Mornington Peninsula.
Adolescents and young adults (AYAs) diagnosed with cancer face significant challenges in maintaining their education and career paths due to the physical and mental toll of treatment. Yet, sustained involvement in school or work can greatly enhance their psychological wellbeing and social integration.
Data from Cancer Hub’s first year showed high satisfaction rates, with over 90% of users rating the quality of the service as excellent. The evaluation, conducted by Nous Group, consulted Alliance partners, staff and service users who all reported high satisfaction with the service.
Young people diagnosed with cancer will continue getting access to gold standard care through the Youth Cancer Services thanks to the $24.5M in funding announced in the Federal Budget last night.
In a remarkable feat of courage and endurance, cancer survivor Abhi has completed the gruelling 250-kilometre ultramarathon in the Sahara Desert, known as the toughest foot race on Earth. Abhi, who was supported by Canteen during his cancer journey, undertook this incredible challenge to raise funds for us to show his appreciation for our support during his toughest time.
Canteen's Sandy Cham, Executive Director of Services, talks to The Morning Show about the impact of facing cancer early in life.
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