General Welfare & Support Services
Rise Above - Capital Region Cancer Relief
Rise Above - Capital Region Cancer Relief
Mon 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tue 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wed 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thu 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fri 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
About Us
Our aim is to ease the financial pressures that are placed on individuals and their families when a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, allowing the patient to concentrate on dealing with their diagnosis and treatment.
Rise Above assist patients of all ages and covers all cancer types.
We can assist with:
- The cost of cancer related medications
- Chemotherapy costs
- Gas/electricity assistance
- Food/fuel Vouchers
- Organising the ordering, payment, and delivery of hospital prescribed dietary supplements/feeds
- Initial costs associated with fertility preservation
Referral: Oncology Specialist, Oncology Nurse, or Hospital Social Worker
Quick Facts About The Region
Extra Information
Wheelchair Access No
Disabled access This location does not have disabled access
Referral Required Contact us for details
Accessible By Anyone
Access Fee No fee
Age Ranges All ages
Other Requirements Have a current cancer diagnosis, reside in the Canberra/Queanbeyan region, have not previously reached the Rise Above assistance limit, and not be privately fundraising.
Eligibility Notes
For all types of cancer and available to all ages.
Volunteer Notes
Volunteers Welcome.
Tags
Cancer, Financial Assistance, Support Groups