There can be many costs associated with cancer and its treatment. You may experience concern, anxiety or worry about how to manage the financial impact of cancer. This is common and understandable. Knowing where to get support and the type of questions to ask can help you and your carers find a better quality of life. This guide includes Australian resources only as Australia’s healthcare system is unique.
Information for cancer survivors and their carers
- Dealing with money, work, and study (practical issues) fact sheet (PDF), Australian Cancer Survivorship Centre (ACSC)
- Cancer and your finances booklet, Cancer Council Australia
- Practical and financial assistance website, Cancer Council Australia
- Help with bills fact sheet, Cancer Council NSW (New South Wales)
- Dealing with debt fact sheet, Cancer Council NSW (New South Wales)
- Financial Services, My Cancer Guide, Cancer Council Victoria
- Your guide to dealing with cancer booklet, Canteen Australia
- Centrelink, phone on 13 27 17
- Concessions and benefits website, Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH)
- MoneySmart website, Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Financial Counselling Australia website, Financial Counselling Australia (FCA)
- Life management, finances, and work online seminar, Cancer Council Victoria
- Financial Matters – How will I manage financially? YouTube video, Cancer Council NSW
- Cancer Council Pro Bono Program: Referral information websites
Clinical services at Peter Mac Melbourne campus
The following services are available to patients at Peter Mac Melbourne. Please speak with your oncology team if you are receiving treatment elsewhere. This is because you may have different clinical service options.
- Psychology services: Psychologists use various approaches to help people with cancer and their carers adjust to the challenges of cancer. These challenges can be emotional and psychological.
- Social work services: Social workers can provide counselling and support. They can advocate on behalf of you and the person you’re caring for. They can also offer practical advice and referrals to community services.
Other clinical services in the Parkville precinct
The following services are available to patients of the Parkville precinct. The precinct includes the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Royal Women’s Hospital. Peter Mac is also part of the Parkville precinct. Please speak with your oncology team if you are being treated elsewhere. You may have different clinical service options.
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Patient Legal Service: This is a collaborative service with Inner Melbourne Community Legal (IMCL). It offers free legal information and advice to Parkville patients onsite or over the phone.