A WELLNESS afternoon of speakers and high tea has been curated for women diagnosed with breast cancer.
It will take place on Tuesday 7 October at The Links on Hogbin Drive.
Coffs Harbour breast cancer education advocate Lee Millard-Newton, a survivor of the disease and owner of Roselee Boutique, has collaborated with Michelle Wilson, owner of WigWise, and Lisa Riddel, owner of Her Closet, to present the event.
“We have invited speakers Denise Marshell, a local psychologist who has a wealth of experience in cancer care and with whom I have worked on numerous projects over the years, and Ruby Nicholson, NSW manager for (post-mastectomy clothing brand) Amoena,” Ms Millard-Newton told News Of The Area.
Ms Riddel will host the fashion parade and Ms Wilson will present the headwear parade to demonstrate how clothing can be worn with flair and confidence.
The setting of The Link is intended to give an air of glamour to match the fashions.
“The seating will be akin to a garden party [with] round tables overlooking the grounds providing a vehicle for networking and ideal for encouraging conversation and laughter,” she said.
Ms Millard-Newton was the breast care nurse at Coffs Harbour Health Campus until her retirement from fulltime work several years ago.
She has always advocated for patients diagnosed with breast cancer, and their loved ones, understanding the importance of information, care and support.
“From personal as well as professional experience, learning to live life following treatment can initially be a challenging time when we might seek out those who have travelled a similar path to our own.”
Entry is by gold coin and there will be lucky door prizes.
By Andrea FERRARI
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