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Wellbeing Support Services

Psychological and emotional support for wellbeing

The incidence of depression is common following a breast cancer diagnosis. If you are struggling with your diagnosis and are feeling depressed and/or anxious please reach out to your breast care or oncology doctor or nurse or your GP. You may need referral to mental health services, a counselor or psychologist.

Waikato Hospital Psycho-Oncology and Social Work services

Ask your doctor or breast care/oncology nurse for a referral

Waikato BOP Cancer Society Women’s Cancer Support Group

Supporting women through breast and other cancers

Shocking Pink

National organisation supporting young women through breast cancer

E. info@shockingpink.org.nz
FB. www.facebook.com/shockingpinknz
www.shockingpink.org.nz

Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition (BCAC)

National organisation for support and advocacy including support for Maori and Pacifica women. www.breastcancer.org.nz
E. bcac@breastcancer.org.nz

Mamazon Club

National support group for lesbian women with breast cancer

P. 09 820 3130
E. bcac@breastcancer.org.nz
www.breastcancer.org.nz/content/Support/Family-Support/Same-sex

Look Good, Feel Better

A free service offered to women undergoing cancer treatment helping restore and enhance appearance during and after treatment.

P. 0800 865 432
E. info@lgfb.co.nz
www.lgfb.co.nz
see website for dates of regular classes held in:
Hamilton at Lions Cancer Lodge
Thames at Richmond Villas

Exercise

Pinc and Steel

Helping people affected by cancer through physical rehabilitation.

www.pincandsteel.com
See website to register for a programme or find a physio, various locations in the Waikato.

There is currently no government health funding for cancer rehabilitation services. he New Zealand Pinc and Steel Cancer Rehabilitation Foundation has a limited amount of funding to support people experiencing some hardship related to their cancer treatment. The funding is for one on one personalised cancer rehabilitation sessions with a certified cancer rehab Physiotherapist.

Waikato Treasure Chests

Breast cancer survivor and supporter dragon boat team. The Waikato Treasure Chests offers a great opportunity for survivors and supporters to network and share experiences as well as gain strength and benefit from exercise.

E. waikatotreasurechests17@gmail.com
FB. www.facebook.com/waikatotreasurechests/

Breast Screen Aotearoa

Free breast screening for women aged between 45-69 years is provided by the national breast screening programme.

The aim of breast screening is to detect very small cancers before a lump can be found in the breast. Early detection and treatment means the best chance of survival.

Telephone to make an appointment 0800 270 200 or to sign up go to website www.timetoscreen.nz/breast-screening

Breast Screen Aotearoa also assesses women who have been recalled after a regular screening mammogram. If you have been recalled but aren't sure about your appointment details, please get in touch with your local Breast Screen clinic. In the Waikato, this is the Breast Care Centre Waikato Hospital telephone 07 8343665.

Breast Screen Aotearoa doesn't assess lumps or other symptoms, so it's best to contact your GP and make an appointment if you're concerned about a breast symptom or a new, unusual change.If they feel you need further tests, they will refer you to a breast clinic.

Healthy eating

Health eating during cancer treatment is essential to help you cope with the stress of treatments. If you would like to receive nutritional care and advice, ask your doctor for referral to a dietitian.

See cancer society website for eating well during cancer treatment
waikato-bop.cancernz.org.nz/cancer-information/living-with-cancer/eating-well-during-cancer-treatment/

Nipple tattooing

Lady Inc

For nipple repigmentation and 3D nipples for women after mastectomy and breast reconstruction. Tattooist is Debbie Casson and is a breast cancer survivor.

Debbie works from;

Hamilton
Tristram Clinic, 200 Collingwood St, Hamilton
P. 07 838 1035

Christchurch
13 Corriedale Lane, West Melton, Selwyn, Canterbury

Dunedin
Taylor’d Med Spa, 288Taieri Road, Waikari, Dunedin

M. 027 438 3329
E. info@ladyink.co.nz
www.ladyink.co.nz

Full Circle

Nipple tattoo following breast reconstruction. Tattooist Deb Swan is a registered nurse who has worked as a breast care nurse. Her clinic is in Cambridge.

M. 027 296 8289
E. Deborah@fullcircle.nz
www.fullcircle.nz/nipple-tattoo

Prosthesis and lingerie bra fitting after breast cancer surgery

Hot Gossip

Breast Prosthesis & Bra Fitting Specialists

Te Awa at The Base, Maahanga Drive, Te Rapa, Hamilton
P. 07 849 2662
E. service@brashorp.co.nz
www.brashop.co.nz

Orthotic House

Prosthetic Services and compression sleeves (for prevention and treatment of arm lymphoedema)

60 Lake Road, Frankton
P. 07 838 0606
E. info@orthotichouse.co.nz
www.orthotichouse.co.nz

Naturalwear

Michelle Thomson

Michelle is Auckland based and regularly comes to Hamilton to do fittings at Astra Motor Lodge or in patient homes.

Michelle’s locations visited includes Hamilton, Cambridge, Te Awamutu, Tauranga, Whangamata, Te Puke, Papamoa, Waihi, Rotorua, Mt Maunganui, Whakatane, Matamata, Morrinsville, Thames

Breastcare Fitting Consultant
P. 8088 882 892
M. 027 260 0812
E. michelle@naturalwear.co.nz

Knitted Knockers

Knits soft knitted prosthesis for post op (or longer) wear. Knits to cup size from AA through to D (can do E cup size on request)

Uses acrylic wool as some wools can cause a skin reaction.

Knitted knockers available at the Breast Care Centre, Waikato Hospital. Will need to be collected in person. Phone 07 8343665 and ask to speak to one of the breast care nurses.