OUR SERVICES
The Cancer Nurse Co-ordinator is a registered nurse specially trained to manage the care of cancer patients throughout the course of their treatment.
The service also offers care coordination, emotional support, advocacy, and referrals to appropriate health and community services. Working closely with Portland District Health's Allied Health team, the Cancer Nurse Co-ordinator can facilitate access to a range of supportive care services, including physiotherapy, dietetics, occupational therapy, social work, plus other specialist supports as required.
The Cancer Nurse Co-ordinator also provides access to Oncology Rehabilitation Programs, which may include:
These programs are designed to help individuals improve their physical function, manage treatment-related side effects, regain confidence, and enhance their overall quality of life.
In addition, patients may be eligible for support through the Cancer Carer Program and other funding opportunities that assist people affected by cancer to improve their health, wellbeing, independence, and participation within the community.
The program operates Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9:00am to 4:30pm.
All referrals to the Cancer Support Program are managed through the Intake team, phone (03) 5522 1435 or email intake.pdh@swarh.vic.gov.au.
Intake Team
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:30pm
(03) 5522 1435
(03) 5521 0333
Main reception, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Bentinck Street
Portland VIC 3305