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Thanks to you
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Thanks to you – an incredible new resource for patients and families
Gabby Wynne, Clinical Psychologist, is a new face in the Olivia Newton-John Wellness Centre. As a direct result of funds raised by Dry July participants supporting the ONJ Centre, Gabby will provide an accessible service for outpatients, carers and families who need expert psychological support.
“A cancer diagnosis and treatment is an incredibly stressful time,” says Gabby. “Quite often people need help to better manage all of the emotions associated with cancer: anxiety, stress, sadness, worry about relationships, fear of recurrence and grief.”
In addition to being available for consultations for patients and carers, Gabby will also design and run group counselling sessions based on the needs of patients.
“It’s really important that we try to reach as many people as possible, and providing various forums will help us to be more accessible for patients, carers and families,” says Gabby. “It’s designed to be open and easy-to-access for people to feel comfortable about seeking help – whether they need regular individual counselling, a one-off chat to reassure and provide strategies, or attend a group session focusing on a specific area.”
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Dry July is proud to fund a number of Transport to Treatment services across Australia.
Those who are diagnosed with cancer and live in regional and outer metropolitan areas often experience difficulties in getting to cancer related appointments. Some do not have access to a vehicle, others are simply too unwell to drive. Or alternatively some find it stressful to drive in to the city, especially older people, this in turn increases their distress associated with treatment or appointments.
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