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Cancer Society Northland

Cancer Network Group Service

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Description

The Cancer Society of New Zealand is an independent non-government organisation dedicated to reducing the incidence and impact of cancer in the community through research, support, information and health promotion.

Regarded as one of New Zealand's most trusted charities, the Cancer Society is reliant on donations and bequests.

The services we offer include:

  • Psychosocial support from experienced nurses and social worker.   Providing advice on cancer related concerns, practical issues, assistance with transport and accommodation. 
  • Domain Lodge is an accommodation service for those having cancer treatment in Auckland
  • Cancer Prevention- screening and early detection, advocacy on preventing cancer
  • We also are a major private funder of cancer research
  •  Kia ora E te iwi (KOETI) is a Kaupapa Māori wananga that is available for Māori communities and community organisations. 

Our nurses focus on supporting patients during diagnosis, cancer treatment and life after treatment. They are available to visit people at home, or provide support over the phone as required.

We have partnerships with Māori providers who have nurses who work in collaboration to cover Northland.   The exception being the mid North where an employed Cancer Society nurse covers the area.  

Cancer Society Northland covers the area between Kaiwaka in the South and Cape Reinga in the North, and is part of the Cancer Society Auckland Northland division.

In terms of cancer prevention, Cancer Society Northland works collaboratively with other community groups to achieve healthy public policy and to promote healthy lifestyle choices.

There are many ways to support the Cancer Society and people living with cancer in your community.

Become a volunteer

Cancer Society volunteers provide help and support in a number of areas:

  • Transporting patients to treatment and appointments
  • Clerical support at Daffodil House
  • Assisting with events such as Daffodil Day and Relay For Life
  • Make a donation

By supporting the Cancer Society you are helping to provide free support services and information for people affected by cancer and also supporting vital scientific research into causes and treatment of cancer.

Ages

Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua

How do I access this service?

Contact us

Call in to Daffodil House at 73 Kamo Road, Kensington, Whangārei or to make an appointment or find out more contact Cancer Society Northland :

Phone (09) 437 5593 or toll-free 0800 366 066.

Visit our website - https://auckland-northland.cancernz.org.nz/

For cancer information and support phone the Cancer Information Helpline on 0800 CANCER (226 237) or email

Having cancer can be hard, finding help needn't be. 

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer, we are here to help. We offer a range of free support services for people living with cancer, their family/whānau and friends.

We offer:

  • Cancer Information Service
  • Community Liaison Nursing Service
  • Counselling and Psychology Service
  • Help with transport to treatment
  • Accommodation during treatment

Cancer Information Helpline

Our Cancer Information Helpline is a national toll-free service available to people with cancer, their family/whānau, the general public and health professionals.

Experienced cancer nurses are available to answer your phone call or email on any cancer-related question, in confidence and in plain language.

Call them to find out about:

• all types of cancer
• cancer treatments and side effects
• clinical trials and research
• coping with cancer
• support in the community
• what you can do to reduce your cancer risk
• complementary and alternative therapies

Anyone can access

Those impacted by cancer and their whānau.

Referral

Walk in

Home visit provider

Fees and Charges Description

Free services.

Hours

Mon – Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Our office hours are officially 9.00 to 4.00 Monday to Friday.

Public Holidays: Closed ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (3 Jun), Matariki (28 Jun), Labour Day (28 Oct), Northland Anniversary (27 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr).

Services Provided

Cancer support

Nursing support services, Accommodation during cancer treatment, Cancer counselling, Wellness / healthy lifestyle, Transport

  • Nursing support services
  • Accommodation during cancer treatment
  • Cancer counselling
  • Wellness / healthy lifestyle
  • Transport

Contact Details

To make an appointment or find out more please contact the Cancer Society Northland on (09) 437 5593 or toll-free 0800 366 066

73 Kamo Road
Kensington
Whangārei
Northland 0112

Street Address

73 Kamo Road
Kensington
Whangārei
Northland 0112

Postal Address

PO Box 8100
Kensington
Whangārei 0145

This page was last updated at 2:32PM on February 21, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Cancer Society Northland.