CANCER Council NSW is hosting a free financial and legal support clinic for Coffs Harbour locals on 9-10 September at Norm Jordan Pavilion.
Funded by a grant from the Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation, the clinic will support cancer patients to prepare legal documents such as wills, Enduring Power of Attorney, and Appointment of Enduring Guardian.
It will also provide financial information sessions for both patients and carers.
Cancer Council support staff will be onsite to provide general information and support on the day, including information on cancer, available support services and emotional support.
Cancer Council NSW Manager for Practical Support Services, Sophie Anderson, said “We are looking forward to hosting this event to provide a local opportunity for cancer patients and their carers living in the Coffs Harbour area to connect with Cancer Council NSW and increase access to information and support services.
“Legal and financial support will be available by pre-booked appointments, including preparing wills and enduring power of attorney documents, as well as financial advice and information sessions around managing debts, reducing day-to-day expenses, budgeting, accessing Centrelink, superannuation or insurances.
“Attendees will also have the opportunity to speak with Cancer Council staff about more general cancer-related concerns and other available support services.”
Walk-ins are welcome on the day for general information and support, however, to receive legal or financial support, patients or carers must have a pre-booked appointment.
Support is subject to eligibility criteria.
To find out more, contact Cancer Council’s Information and Support Line on 13 11 20.
By Andrea FERRARI
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