Have you experienced a diagnosis of breast cancer, recently or in the past, and would like to speak with someone who understands, knows ‘how it is’ and can provide information and reassurance?
Breast Cancer Support offers community-based services provided by trained volunteers who have a lived experience of breast cancer and can offer peer-based support others. We do not give medical advice however can offer practical, helpful advice, and emotional support.
BCS services include:
- individual support nationwide (via telephone and online)
- 'BCS Buddy Mentor' service matches a newly diagnosed person with a trained volunteer for a 4-6 week period
- monthly 'Cuppa and Chat' online support group (via Zoom)
- monthly online support group for whānau, caregivers and friends (via Zoom)
- Christchurch support group
- writing workshops
- an informative website
Please call our toll free number 0800 273 222 for more information.
Christchurch Support Group - this is a social group meeting for walks, outings, and get togethers on a Sunday each month. Please call us on 0800 273 222 for information.