920
Members
1 million
Australians are living with, or have lived with cancer
452
individuals are diagnosed per day
Celebrating 20 Years of
Affordable and Accessible Cancer Care
For 20 years, Cancer Wellness Support has provided affordable cancer support to individuals and their families through the generosity of community.
While many things have changed since 2005, one thing has remained the same:
We are guided by our social purpose of supporting individuals and their families living with cancer by removing the financial barriers and accessibility constraints of complementary therapies.
Join us in celebrating this milestone by getting involved - attend a fundraising event, donate, become a volunteer, or start your own fundraiser.
Together, we will continue to collectively make a difference in the lives of those living with cancer.
Create your own fundraiser
Celebrate with us by creating your own fundraising page and help raise funds to contribute to providing affordable and accessible cancer care. Every dollar raised will make an incredible difference to those living with cancer.
Participate in an event
As we have been a community-led organisation from the very beginning, it is fitting that we celebrate it as a community. Bring your loved ones to celebrate in whatever way feels right and be part of shaping the next 20 years of our story.
Capacity Building Fund
Support the long-term growth of Cancer Wellness Support by contributing to our Capacity Building Fund. Your donation will assist us to expand essential services, improve facilities, and reach more people in need.
Donate in memory
Honour the life of a loved one by making a donation in their memory. Your tribute will provide ongoing support to individuals and families living with cancer, creating a lasting legacy of care and compassion.
An enduring legacy
Make a lasting impact by including Cancer Wellness Support in your will. Your bequest ensures future generations receive vital support while honouring your commitment to compassionate cancer care.
Become a volunteer
Give the gift of time and become part of our incredible team of volunteers. Their skills, knowledge and passion for our purpose. From helping in our Op Shops, administration, maintenance to assisting with events - our volunteers are the lifeblood of our organisation.
Making a Difference Together
Finding Strength Together
About us
The power of community
In 2005, Robyn Yates OAM saw a need for locally based support for individuals and their families living with cancer. She gathered a group of like-minded people, and together they built the foundations of what was originally known as Blue Mountains Cancer Help, now Cancer Wellness Support.
Twenty years later, as a locally based not-for-profit organisation serving the Blue Mountains, Penrith, and Hawkesbury regions, we proudly operate our head office and wellness centre in Leura, a wellness centre in Penrith, and op shops in both Katoomba and Penrith.
Without the support of our community - received through our highly qualified therapists, purpose-driven volunteers, and our team and board, both past and present - this would never be possible.
Your impact
How you can make a difference
We are a 100% self-funded organisation that relies on the generosity of our community to assist individuals living with cancer and their families.
In 2023-2024, we delivered 6,849 complementary therapies to our clients and carers as well as holistic education, wellness retreats and group programs.
For $35, you provide someone living with cancer or their carer with a complementary therapy session customised to their needs.
We welcome and appreciate all levels of support, and we are open to discussing and exploring fundraising and collaboration ideas with you.
With thanks to our Partners
