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Support services are here to provide compassionate care, tailored to you and your whānau needs when making the decision to have treatment, through to navigating your cancer journey.

There is a variety of cancer support services and groups available. Regional Cancer Treatment Service has created this page to support people in Taranaki, Whanganui, Hawkes Bay, MidCentral and Wairarapa. Depending on your individual needs, you may find it beneficial to use one or many of the services listed here.

Region / Rohe 

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Cancer Type / Ngā momo

Brain & Spinal

Head & Neck / Thyroid

Breast

Lung

Upper Gastrointestinal (Oesophagus / Stomach / Liver)

Lower Gastrointestinal (Bowel / Rectum / Anus)

Kidney

Bladder

Prostate

Testicular

Gynaecological

Skin Cancer / Melanoma

Leukaemia & Blood

Sarcoma

Category / Ngā ratonga

Aids & equipment 

Accommodation

Cancer research

Counselling  (Talking with someone)

Cultural support

Kaupapa Māori services

Home support

Hospice & palliative care services

Hospital & cancer treatment centres

Nursing support services

Transport

Welfare & advocacy services

Exercise & relaxation

Social support

Support for bereaved children

Support groups

Wellness / healthy lifestyle

Useful Resources / 
Rauemi Āwhina

Health Professional
Zone

Regional Cancer Treatment Service