Cancer Support

The Cancer Support Program 

No matter what stage you are at on your cancer journey, this health program can assist with your health needs and provide personalised support.

Our trusted provider offers cancer support services for members who: 

  • have a cancer diagnosis; and  
  • meet the clinical criteria for the program. 

If you are eligible, the program will help manage your cancer symptoms and treatment side effects from home. You don’t need to be receiving treatment to access this program and it can also support with recovering from a cancer journey.

The program is delivered over 3 to 4 months, based on your personal needs. The expert health team meets with you via video and phone call to provide support services, plus you’ll get access to helpful online education and training. 

The program may include: 

  • oncology nurse to develop your care plan, education, ongoing monitoring and links to local support services 
  • exercise physiologist – to get you moving and physically stronger, while improving your energy levels 
  • oncology-focused dietitian – to advise you on overcoming problems like decreased appetite and nausea 
  • psychologist – to give you expert help in cognitive coaching, education and support, plus practical tools to assist with managing symptoms and side effects
  • patient app – to connect you to your care team, health data & progress tracking and tailored educational resources 
  • personalised care pack or group yoga to support your individual care plan


Program offered with Peoplecare hospital covers

The Cancer Support Program is offered to members with hospital cover who meet program criteria. Contact us to find out if you're eligible.

The waiting period to receive these programs is 2 months of continuous cover. Your premiums need to be up to date before you can claim this program.

 

More information

All your treatment information is kept completely confidential by our providers. We won’t have access to any personal health information you give them, but if you’d like to read our Privacy Policy to make sure,click here. 

The cost of this program is covered under all Peoplecare hospital covers. There is no out of pocket cost to participate in this program.

The waiting period to receive this program is 2 months of continuous cover. Your premiums need to be up to date before you can claim this program.

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We all know that cancer's symptoms and the side effects of treatment can take a heavy toll on patients. But did you know that a number of cancer side effects can be reduced with a cancer rehab program?

A cancer rehab program helps improve quality of life by reducing common symptoms like fatigue, pain, moodiness, anxiety, stress and depression.

If you’re living with cancer, recovering from treatment or waiting for treatment, cancer rehab could be helpful for you.

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If you and your carer both need support during your cancer journey, the Cancer Support Program allows your carers to join the program, to get the support they may need.

A cancer diagnosis or treatment journey can have many different impacts on the feelings and needs of your support network. This program may be able to provide your carers access to support services they need whilst on the journey with you.

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Did you know that if you are covered on Peoplecare’s hospital cover for chemotherapy, you can get your chemo treatment at home? That’s a nice touch for what is a pretty disruptive treatment.

Ask our experts

We’re here to help. Our Health experts can provide assistance with:

  • Enquiries about our health programs
  • Questions about your upcoming hospital admission
  • How to access community and government health support services