Articles – Support & Advice

Reflecting on World Cancer Day

The 4th of February is marked each year by World Cancer Day

Why can’t I find a death notice?

When someone passes away, it can be hard to find their death notice

How to cope with grief over the holidays

For those who have lost a loved one, the holiday period can be an especially difficult time, especially if it’s the first Christmas and New Year without them.

The benefits of planning your own funeral

The feelings of powerlessness can be overwhelming and debilitating, so it is important to seize opportunities of control where you can.

Women with advanced breast cancer find peace through support...

The effectiveness of the type of support offered by the group in helping to improve psychological wellbeing and reduce distress.

Unique ways to remember a life

From DIY documentaries, to talking tattoos, after death mementos keep our loved ones close long after they have passed

The privilege of the ‘orange’ light

With acceptance comes freedom for many facing a terminal diagnosis.

Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day

Today, October 13, we shine a light on those living with this terminal illness

A Place Where Death is Not a Dirty Word

A group of women with terminal cancer are helping each other live their best lives. For some of the women in the Advanced Breast Cancer Group, breast cancer...

Beyond the Pink Ribbon

Breast cancer will kill over 3000 Australians this year. A group is offering support and a space to be heard for those facing a terminal breast cancer diagnosis

A simple guide on how to prepare a death notice

If you’re reading this, you may have found yourself in the position where you’ve lost a loved one and been tasked with compiling the death notice.

Next steps in remembering them

When you’ve suffered a significant loss, it’s hard to know what to do next. After the funeral has been conducted, the grieving process doesn’t end there.

Coping with the loss of your loved one

At this difficult time, it’s normal to experience a wide range of emotions. Please know that those feelings are normal.

Where to find grief support services

The loss of a loved one is an undoubtedly challenging time, and everyone grieves in their own way.