To mark World Mental Health Day (October 10), Cancer Council Queensland will hold five events simultaneously across the state aimed at those affected by cancer and their loved ones.
The series of free events, ‘Take time for yourself – improving and maintaining mental health’ will focus on ways people affected by cancer can prioritise their mental health and implement coping mechanisms into their daily lives.
Cancer Council Queensland’s psychologist Dr Keely Gordon-King will be the key speaker at the information session and her presentation will be followed by a talk by a cancer survivor and Cancer Council Queensland volunteer, Garth Stephens.
The information session will be held face-to-face in Brisbane, with live webcast of the session (webinar) available across Queensland. The webinar will allow for people who are unable to attend in person access this event online via a computer, tablet or smartphone.
In addition, three satellite events will be held in Toowoomba, Townsville and on the Gold Coast, where locals are invited to watch the webinar together, followed by an opportunity to chat to the local Cancer Support Coordinator about Cancer Council Queensland’s support services.
Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan invited all Queenslanders affected by cancer to attend one of the sessions.
“People going through cancer treatment or following cancer treatment face multiple challenges, especially related to mental health, relationships, and identity,” Ms McMillan said.
“We are holding this webinar on World Mental Health Day to provide coping strategies for those impacted by cancer, whether they are experiencing it themselves or through a loved one.
“The strategies will help people on this journey manage common challenges, cope with uncertainty, and accept and manage changes in personal identity and relationships.
“For those impacted by cancer who reside in Brisbane, Toowoomba, Townsville or on the Gold Coast we invite you to attend one of the sessions in person, as our aim is to offer a supportive environment for locals, and their families.”
To reserve your space, visit https://tinyurl.com/ccqsupport
Cancer Council Queensland is an independent, community-based charity, the achievements of which are made possible by the generosity of Queenslanders.
More information about Cancer Council Queensland is available at www.cancerqld.org.au or Cancer Council’s 13 11 20.
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Take time for yourself Webinar – Brisbane:
When: Thursday, October 10
Time: 9.30am – 11am
Where: Cancer Council Queensland, 553 Gregory Terrace, Fortitude Valley
RSVP: By Tuesday, October 8, via: https://tinyurl.com/ccqsupport
Take time for yourself – Toowoomba:
When: Thursday, October 10
Time: 9.30am – 11am
Where: Cathedral Centre, 123 Neil Street, South Toowoomba
RSVP: By Tuesday, October 8, via: https://tinyurl.com/ccqsupport
Take time for yourself – Townsville:
When: Thursday, October 10
Time: 9.30am – 11.30am
Where: Icon Cancer Centre Townsville, 9-13 Bayswater Road, Hyde Park
RSVP: By Tuesday, October 8, via: https://tinyurl.com/ccqsupport
Take time for yourself – Gold Coast:
When: Thursday, October 10
Time: 9.30am – 11am
Where: Cancer Council Queensland Gold Coast office, 1 Short Street, Southport
RSVP: By Tuesday, October 8, via: https://tinyurl.com/ccqsupport
Take time for yourself – Webinar:
When: Thursday, October 10
Time: 9.30am – 11am
Where: Via your computer, tablet, or smartphone
RSVP: By Monday, October 7, via: https://tinyurl.com/ccqsupport
For more information, photos, or interviews, please contact:
Emily Robertson, Public Relations Coordinator, Cancer Council Queensland
E: emilyrobertson@cancerqld.org.au P: (07) 3634 5418 or 0429 592 719
OR
Lisa Maynard, Public Relations and Social Media Manager, Cancer Council Queensland
E: lisamaynard@cancerqld.org.au P: (07) 3634 5171 or 0488 015 702
For more information visit https://cancerqld.org.au or contact Cancer Council’s 13 11 20.