Practical Support

Cancer Council ACT provides various practical supports to those impacted by cancer.

The Cancer Council Pro Bono Program can help you with legal issues, financial planning, small business accounting, workplace (HR or recruitment) advice.

For ACT and NSW residents needing to travel interstate or long distances for medical treatment that is not available locally the Interstate Patient Travel Assistance Scheme (IPTAS) provides financial assistance towards accommodation and travel costs.

Our Cancer Services ACT Directory is a guide to cancer related services in the ACT and surrounding area for people with cancer, their family and friends as well as health professionals working in cancer care.

Scroll down to find more information on these supports.

Finances

If you need support with legal issues, financial planning, small business accounting or workplace advice in HR or recruitment, the Cancer Council Pro Bono Program can provide free assistance for eligible clients.

To find out more you can contact us on 13 11 20 or head here: https://www.cancer.org.au/support-and-services/practical-and-financial-assistance/pro-bono-program

Interstate Patient Travel Assistance Scheme (IPTAS) provides financial assistance towards accommodation and travel costs to ACT or NSW residents who need to travel interstate or long distances for medical treatment that is not available locally.

ACT Program

NSW Program

Our Cancer Council ACT Services Directory is a guide to cancer related services in the ACT and surrounding area for people with cancer, their family and friends as well as health professionals working in cancer care.