Shire of Victoria Plains Community News June 2016

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LEFT: Regan Clarke who recently competed in
the National State Championships U/15 Boys
Gold Team in Wollongong 9th-17th April.
The Boys U/15 WA State Gold Team finished
fourth overall in the competition after some
tough competition from QLD,NSW and VIC.
Regan was formerly a player with the Calingiri
Junior Hockey Team which is part of the
Mortlock Hockey Association.
YOUNG BOLGART HOCKEY STAR
Cancer support on offer in the Wheatbelt
Anyone affected by cancer in the Wheatbelt is being reminded about a local cancer support service.
Barbara Brennan, who has a background in health, took up the role as cancer support co-ordinator for Cancer
Council in the Wheatbelt earlier this year. Barbara works with Regional Education Officer for the Wheatbelt, Karen
Hansen.
“What we hear most often is clients telling us; ‘I wish I’d known sooner’ about Cancer Council services,” she said.
“I would encourage anyone affected and in need of support, to get in contact.”
She said Cancer Council offers a range of support services to anyone who is affected by a cancer diagnosis.
“It could be information about the cancer or the treatments available; emotional support or it could be financial,
practical and legal support,” said Barbara.
Cancer Council can also provide accommodation for any regional West Australians who need to travel to Perth for
cancer treatment.
Barbara who lived part time in the Avon Valley area for the last seven years said she was also pleased to have
recently become a ‘permanent’ local.
Although she is based at the Bridgeley Community Centre in Northam, Barbara is also available to contact and assist
all clients across the Wheatbelt.
Cancer Council CEO Susan Rooney said support for Cancer Council’s Ultimate Lifestyle Lottery
ill allow Cancer Council to continue its great work across research, education
and prevention programs and support services.
“We are the only charity in WA supporting anyone affected by all types of cancers, at any stage of their journey; from
diagnosis, through to treatment and adjusting to life after cancer,” said Mrs Rooney.
Barbara works part time (Tuesday – Thursday) and can be contacted in Northam on 9621 1810
Anyone wishing to find out more about Cancer Council services can contact 13 11 20.