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Activities:
The group aims to support men and
their families through up-to-date information, provision of
interesting guest speakers, and encouragement through difficult
times.
Our meeting format includes guest speakers, discussions, videos, etc
A newsletter is produced each month and is sent to those who are
members.
Contact is made with members by post, email, and local newspaper.
Contact is made by telephone with those who find it difficult or
impossible to get to meetings. Transport to meetings can be arranged
by request.
Information available to members includes borrowing DVD’s, borrowing
books, issuing of free pamphlets, and the provision of other
literature that becomes available
Our activities include support, advocacy, and awareness. A Christmas
barbeque is held in December. Local specialists are advised of the
group’s existence and and have been requested to alert patients to
the benefits of support groups. The group does not have a web site.
We are generally not involved in fund raising
MEETING DETAILS
Tamworth Community Centre,
Darling Street,
TAMWORTH. NSW 2340
Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month except
December and January commencing at 2 p.m. and are usually notified
to local media and radio prior to each meeting
Attendees can be men, women, carers, and interested persons.
Wheelchair access is available
Cost – Membership - $5 Visitors -free
Parking – In the street or in the grounds – free
Refreshments – Tea, coffee, and biscuits available
The number of attendees varies from 4 to 20
Typical guest speaker topics include:
Prostate Cancer – Causes and Effects
Treatment Options
Dealing with Emotions
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