Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group - New South Wales

 
 


 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Contact Details:

President
Bob Collard MBE 43 622 764

Convenor /Continence Advisors
Jacqui Swindells – 43 679 600
jswindells@nsccahs.health.nsw.gov.au

Lindy Lawler 43 569 300
lmlawler@nsccahs.health.nsw.gov.au

 
Formation:

Formed in 1996. Proudly now one of the longest running prostate cancer support groups in Australia. Affiliated with the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.

Bob Collard MBE has been our group leader since the group first formed in 1996 and in 2008 was the very worthy recipeint of the prestigious Max Gardiner Award for special distinguished service in prostate cancer. Bob has supported hundreds of newly diagnosed men and their families and worked tirelessly in facilitating the monthly support group, which has continued now without disruption for 14years.

 
Activities:

• Open discussions where men and their partners can seek information and support on all areas of prostate cancer management.
• Guest speakers at most meeting – including Urologists and allied health professionals.
• All meeting attended by area health continence advisors.
• Friendly tea break each meeting for a chance of sociable interaction amongst group members.
• Monthly newsletter sent to all members-inclusive of the latest research and a few funny jokes. Editor is group member Mr John Saxon jsaxon1@optusnet.com.au
• Library of resources, including leaflets, DVD’s and books all available for loan free of charge. Librarian is group member Mr Barry Tait.
• Yearly men only meeting “secret men’s business” and a chance for the ladies to socialise with a relaxing coffee outing.
• Prostate cancer awareness fundraising activities, health promotion and advocacy.
• Informal BBQ’s on the beach, boat trips and lunches.

Meeting details

• Last Friday of each month. 9.30 – 12.00 at Terrigal Uniting Church. Terrigal Drive. Terrigal.
• No formal meeting in December. We enjoy a Christmas lunch instead.
• Gold coin donation to help defray costs of morning tea and guest speaker payments.
• Wheelchair accessible and ample close parking.
• Meetings typically attended by approximately 40 group members

 
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