What free cancer support is available in New Zealand?
If you’re looking for free cancer support, Cancer Support NZ offers practical ways to help with the everyday effects of cancer and its treatment. This includes in-person community classes, live online sessions, expert Q&As, on-demand videos, and podcasts you can access in your own time.
Who can access free cancer support?
Anyone with a cancer diagnosis can access our free cancer support. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed, are in treatment, or are finding your way after, you’re welcome here.
Do I need a referral to access free cancer support?
No referral is needed. You can register yourself whenever you feel ready.
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Where can I find free cancer support near me?
If getting out and about feels manageable, our Look Good Feel Better community classes are held in more than 40 locations across New Zealand, so you can find free cancer support closer to home.
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What are Look Good Feel Better community classes?
These are in-person, free cancer support sessions where you’re gently guided through simple skincare and appearance techniques to help manage the visible effects of treatment. Just as importantly, they offer time alongside others who understand, without needing to explain.
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What happens in a community class?
Over two hours, you’ll be supported through practical, easy techniques, with space to go at your own pace. You’ll also receive a Confidence Kit to take home.
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What online cancer support options are available?
If leaving home feels like too much, our live online classes offer free cancer support you can join from wherever you are. Sessions are small and relaxed, covering skin, hair, body and mind, including movement, mindfulness, and self-care.
Do I have to turn my camera on?
No. You can join in whatever way feels most comfortable, whether that’s with your camera on, off, or simply listening.
Can I access cancer support in my own time?
Yes. Our on-demand videos and podcasts are there whenever you need them, offering free cancer support that fits around your energy, your schedule, and your day.
What are Expert Q&A sessions?
These sessions are part of our free cancer support, offering open conversations with health professionals and people who have lived through cancer. You can ask questions, hear honest experiences, and take what feels helpful.
Watch past sessions or book upcoming ones here.
What topics are covered in your resources?
Our free cancer support resources cover things like skincare during treatment, managing hair loss and regrowth, calming breathing techniques, emotional wellbeing, and life beyond treatment.
What is the Cancer Conversations podcast?
Cancer Conversations is part of our free cancer support, sharing honest discussions with people living with cancer and experts on coping, life after treatment, and rebuilding confidence in everyday life.
Do I have to talk or share in a class?
No. All of our free cancer support is designed to feel safe and unpressured. You can simply listen, take part when it feels right, or just be there alongside others who understand.