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Hunter Cancer Hub opens in Newcastle

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Support services for people living with cancer are about to become more accessible after a first-of-its-kind centre opened its doors in Newcastle this week.

The Hunter Cancer Hub, known as The Hub, is a space where families and individuals impacted by cancer can access information and services from local support organisations. 

Eighth charities – Canteen, Camp Quality, Hunter Melanoma Foundation, Sleapy’s Foundation, Leukemia Foundation, Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation, Cancer Council and Little Wings – have come together to create the facility.

Canteen CEO Peter Orchard said The Hub is a one-stop-shop for cancer patients of all ages, their families, friends, and carers.

“The Hub will make what is a challenging time a little easier by having access and connection to Newcastle based cancer services under one roof,” he said.

“Canteen is excited to be collaborating with our partner organisations to enhance the services we offer the Hunter community.

“Dealing with your own or a loved one’s cancer diagnosis can be one of the most devastating times in a person’s life. Cancer presents an overwhelming set of challenges, from accommodation, financial hardship to mental health.

“We believe that finding the support to get through this difficult time should be simple and easy, and that’s where The Hunter Cancer Hub comes in.

“This will be a great starting point for individuals, family and friends touched by cancer. 

“If people do not know where to start looking for support, they start with us, and we will help them access the many services that are available.”

Camp Quality CEO Deborah Thomas added cancer impacts every member of the family and that a range of support is needed during each stage of the experience.

“Families often tell us how overwhelming it is navigating different services, so we are very proud to be part of The Hunter Cancer Hub, a collaborative space that makes life easier for families dealing with cancer,” she said.

Starting in April, The Hunter Cancer Hub will offer a monthly open day for people impacted by cancer and their families or support people, with all the partnering cancer services to best support the Hunter community.

The whole thin ghas been made possible by a $90,000 grant from the Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation. 

Chair of the foundation Jennifer Leslie said The Hub is set to support around 600 people in the first 12 months through on-site appointments, resources and events. 

“We’re confident it will make a big difference to a lot of local people,” she said. 

“At its simplest, this amazing Hub aims to relieve some of the stress families and individuals experience by providing concurrent appointments and a supportive environment for connecting with health and support services, and other families experiencing similar challenges.” 

The Hub is located at 10D Bradford Close, Kotara.

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