Cancer support services
Once someone has been diagnosed with cancer, we know there are some difficult days ahead. No matter where you are on the cancer pathway, there is always someone to connect with for support.
Cancer nursing and GP services: All regions
Experienced cancer nurses and GPs care for people diagnosed with cancer in the Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough regions.
Their aim is to ensure anyone affected by cancer is well supported and receives referrals to the appropriate support systems.
Contact details:
Our cancer services: 0800 664 226
Cancer nurse co-ordinator: 022 049 2173 or (03) 539 5339 or (03) 539 8339
Motueka Community Health Centre: (03) 528 1160
Golden Bay Community Health Centre: (03) 525 0060
Nelson Bays Primary Health
To find a GP in the Nelson Tasman region
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Phone: (03) 539 1170 or freephone 0800 731 317
Marlborough Primary Health:
To find a GP in the Marlborough region
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Phone: (03) 520 6200 or freephone 0800 499 430
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Email: [email protected]
Victory Community Centre
The Victory Community Centre offers services to residents in the Victory, Washington and Bishopdale suburbs (Nelson).
A registered nurse is available to provide free or low-cost services, such as interpreting test results and completing forms. The nurse can also help you to attend appointments.
Contact details
Victory Community Centre - 2 Totara Street, 7010
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Phone: (03) 546 8385
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Email: [email protected]
Golden Bay community services
In addition to the Golden Bay Community Health Centre, the following services may be useful:
Golden Bay Community Workers Inc
Support and advocacy for health, family and social issues
Contact details:
88 Commercial Street
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Phone: (03) 525 9728
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Email: [email protected]
Erica van Sint Annaland Physiotherapy Clinic
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Individualised rehabilitation and exercise programmes
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Lymphoedema therapist
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Physiotherapy after a cancer diagnosis
Contact details:
Golden Bay Community Health Centre
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Phone: (03) 525 0101 or 027 776 6111
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Email: [email protected]
Cancer Society
The Cancer Society offers a range of free and confidential services, including counselling, transport and financial supports.
Click here to read about the Cancer Society's services in the Nelson Tasman region
Click here to read about the Cancer Society's services in the Marlborough region
Cancer services directory for the Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough region
This directory lists local services such as:
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accommodation for patients and families during treatment
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patient travel assistance
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psychological and social support services
Click here to download the Cancer Services resource directory
Page last updated: 24/07/2023