Rolly Armstrong - 03 5229 2113
Graeme Robertson - 03 5250 5540
Bruce Kinnersley - 03 5278 3240  - kinnersley@bigpond.com

The Prostate Support Group Bellarine was formed in 2008 and has a membership of about fifteen men who are either undergoing treatment, survived cancer, or are living under the threat of prostate cancer. Its membership is drawn from the coastal district of Bellarine Peninsula and the Group has the respect of the local medical profession. The group provides emotional support during the initial trauma of being diagnosed and ongoing contact with others who have travelled the difficult road that lies before them.

The group meets monthly at the Ocean Grove Community Health Centre where a diverse program is offered including guest speakers covering all aspects of prostate cancer and treatment options, viewing of DVD's and discussion based on recent publications. Space is always provided in the monthly meeting for members and their partners to discuss progress with their treatment, the issues that arise from it and receive feed back from others as to their experiences. The emphasis is on successfully living with cancer.

Members attend meetings as they feel the need and at their convenience and all are kept up to date through a monthly Newsletter. Reciprocal rights exists with the Prostate Support Group Geelong which also meets monthly. A cup of tea and a biscuit is available during the meeting and friendships are formed. Laughter is an essential ingredient of our meetings.

The Group shares has an extensive library of materials available to be lent out with the Prostate Support Group Geelong and other publications available for members to take away. The Group  also assists at information days conducted by related bodies in the community and gets together on other occasions to enjoy each others company.

Meeting Dates:

Prostate Support Group Bellarine Peninsula

• The second Thursday in the month at 7.30 pm. We meet for about two hours.

• Venue:  Ocean Grove Community Health Centre, Presidents Avenue, Ocean Grove.

Prostate Support Group Geelong

• The last Friday in the month at 10am. We meet for about two hours.

• Venue:  St. John of God Hospital - Clancy House Education Room, behind the cafeteria, Ground Floor, 80 Myers Street, Geelong.