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Queers and Cancer
I would love to know if there are face to face meetups for members of the LGBTIQA+ community with cancer. I find face to face catch ups so very empowering and supportive and I understand the importan...
Hi @rickiticate, glad you have found the online network.
I also wasn't sure if you have checked out the BCNA Service Finder https://www.bcna.org.au/services-and-support-groups/ to look for groups in your area. I also plucked out the My Journey article Social support for LGBTIQ+ people with breast cancer which may have a few other helpful resources that you can connect with to find support.
You may already have touched based with QLife which is a national, free, confidential LGBTQI phone and webchat service, open 3pm to midnight every day of the year. You can talk to a peer counsellor for LGBTQI-specific support, information and referrals, including for people with cancer.
I also wasn't sure if you have checked out the BCNA Service Finder https://www.bcna.org.au/services-and-support-groups/ to look for groups in your area. I also plucked out the My Journey article Social support for LGBTIQ+ people with breast cancer which may have a few other helpful resources that you can connect with to find support.
You may already have touched based with QLife which is a national, free, confidential LGBTQI phone and webchat service, open 3pm to midnight every day of the year. You can talk to a peer counsellor for LGBTQI-specific support, information and referrals, including for people with cancer.