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SUMMARY:Online men's blood cancer support group
DESCRIPTION:These free online groups are for blood cancer patients and are run by the Leukaemia Foundation. They are a wonderful source of support and sharing of knowledge. \n\n\nOctober’s mens’ group is covering the topic of Loneliness. \n‘Loneliness is not about a lack of people around you nor about solitude and peace of being comfortable with yourself. Loneliness can be described as the feeling of not being seen\, heard\, understood or valued. A blood cancer / disorder diagnosis can amplify these feelings. The physical and mental health effects of loneliness are significant. In this support group\, we will discuss the impact of loneliness on your quality of life and discuss strategies to help feel connected and supported.’ \nNumbers are limited so it’s important to register early. \n\n\n\nDate\nTime\nTopic\n\n\n4 October 2023\n11.30 -1.00pm\nLoneliness\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE \n11.30 – 1.00pm – NSW / VIC / ACT / TAS \nPlease check the start time for QLD / WA / SA / NT \nThings you need to know to participate: \n\nYou must be 18 years or older and have a blood cancer diagnosis or be the carer or support person of someone with that diagnosis.\nSupport groups close 15 minutes after start time. If you arrive after this\, you’ll be unable to join.\nWe ask you abide by the principles of privacy\, confidentiality and respect.\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email of your registration\, please check your junk or spam folders.\nIf you have trouble joining the meeting\, this instructional video may help – Joining a Zoom meeting.\n\n\nShare to:
URL:https://www.mpnallianceaustralia.org.au/event/online-mens-blood-cancer-support-group/
LOCATION:Virtually via Zoom
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SUMMARY:Blood cancer support groups: loneliness
DESCRIPTION:The upcoming support groups for October from the Leukaemia Foundation are discussing loneliness. \n‘Loneliness is not about a lack of people around you nor about solitude and peace of being comfortable with yourself. Loneliness can be described as the feeling of not being seen\, heard\, understood or valued. A blood cancer / disorder diagnosis can amplify these feelings. The physical and mental health effects of loneliness are significant. In this support group\, we will discuss the impact of loneliness on your quality of life and discuss strategies to help feel connected and supported.’ \nThese groups are interactive in nature & your participation is highly valued.  The Leukaemia Foundation encourages cameras to be turned on for the support group to create a warm and safe environment for all participants. \nGroup sizes are limited so registration is essential. \nRegister HERE for 11 October at 6.30pm AEDT \nRegister HERE for 25 October at 1pm AEDT \nUpcoming groups are as follows: \n\n\n\nDate\nTime\nTopic\nGroup\n\n\n11 October\n6.30pm-8.00pm\nLoneliness\nBlood cancer patients\n\n\n25 October\n1.00-2.30pm\nLoneliness\nBlood cancer patients\n\n\n\nPlease note that times given are in Australian Eastern Daylight Saving Time.  (NSW / VIC / ACT / TAS)\nFor QLD / NT / SA / WA\, please check your time zone for correct start time \nThings you need to know to participate: \n\nYou must be 18 years or older and have a blood cancer diagnosis or be the carer or support person of someone with that diagnosis.\nSupport groups close 15 minutes after start time. If you arrive after this\, you’ll be unable to join.\nWe ask you abide by the principles of privacy\, confidentiality and respect.\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email of your registration\, please check your junk or spam folders.\nIf you have trouble joining the meeting\, this instructional video may help – Joining a Zoom meeting.\n\nShare to:
URL:https://www.mpnallianceaustralia.org.au/event/blood-cancer-support-groups-loneliness/
LOCATION:Virtually via Zoom
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SUMMARY:Webinar: ageing with blood cancer/disorders
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Leukaemia Foundation is hosting a webinar with guest speaker. Dr Ranjana Srivastava OAM\, an internationally renowned oncologist. You may know Dr Srivastava from her regular articles in The Guardian Australia\, or perhaps a series about cancer on ABC radio national or various other media articles and commentaries. She will be speaking about ageing with blood cancer/blood disorders. \n‘Most people diagnosed with a blood cancer or disorder are over the age of 65.  As we age\, we are likely to have other medical conditions.  It is important to have a good understanding of your health needs to advocate for your health and wellbeing. This webinar will provide you with the information\, skills and confidence to help you manage this and live as well as possible.’ \n\nRegister now with the Leukaemia Foundation\n\nThe webinar will cover such topics as: \n\nKey medical considerations\nBeing proactive in your own health care\nPromoting health & wellbeing\nWhere to find information & the help you need\nPlanning future care needs & end of life considerations\n\nFor further information about the webinar or how to join zoom\, please see HERE. \nPlease note that the start time is given in Australian Eastern Daylight Saving time.\nFor QLD NT / SA / WA\, please check your time zone for start / finish times. \nShare to:
URL:https://www.mpnallianceaustralia.org.au/event/webinar-ageing-with-blood-cancer-disorders/
LOCATION:Virtually via Zoom
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SUMMARY:Online support group: loneliness
DESCRIPTION:The upcoming support groups for October from the Leukaemia Foundation are discussing loneliness. \n‘Loneliness is not about a lack of people around you nor about solitude and peace of being comfortable with yourself. Loneliness can be described as the feeling of not being seen\, heard\, understood or valued. A blood cancer / disorder diagnosis can amplify these feelings. The physical and mental health effects of loneliness are significant. In this support group\, we will discuss the impact of loneliness on your quality of life and discuss strategies to help feel connected and supported.’ \nThese groups are interactive in nature & your participation is highly valued.  The Leukaemia Foundation encourages cameras to be turned on for the support group to create a warm and safe environment for all participants. \nGroup sizes are limited so registration is essential. \nRegister HERE for 25 October at 1pm AEDT \nUpcoming groups are as follows: \n\n\n\nDate\nTime\nTopic\nGroup\n\n\n25 October\n1.00-2.30pm\nLoneliness\nBlood cancer patients\n\n\n\nPlease note that times given are in Australian Eastern Daylight Saving Time.  (NSW / VIC / ACT / TAS)\nFor QLD / NT / SA / WA\, please check your time zone for correct start time \nThings you need to know to participate: \n\nYou must be 18 years or older and have a blood cancer diagnosis or be the carer or support person of someone with that diagnosis.\nSupport groups close 15 minutes after start time. If you arrive after this\, you’ll be unable to join.\nWe ask you abide by the principles of privacy\, confidentiality and respect.\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email of your registration\, please check your junk or spam folders.\nIf you have trouble joining the meeting\, this instructional video may help – Joining a Zoom meeting.\n\n\n\n\nShare to:
URL:https://www.mpnallianceaustralia.org.au/event/online-support-group-loneliness/
LOCATION:Virtually via Zoom
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