Thrivorship programme

At GenesisCare, we don’t just want you to survive your cancer, we want to support you to thrive.

Welcome to GenesisCare’s Thrivorship programme – the people and support services we partner with, survivor stories, and further resources on survivorship.

Currently in Australia, there are an estimated 1 million people who are considered cancer survivors. Over the past two decades, advances in genomic sequencing, immune therapy, chemotherapy, radiation therapy delivery technique and surgical procedures have combined to improve the overall survival of most cancers. As cancer treatment continues to improve, it is likely the number of survivors will continue to increase. They are also expected to live longer than ever before. Given the growing population and longevity of cancer patients, it is important you feel supported, understood and in an environment where you can thrive.

The GenesisCare Thrivorship programme aims to offer care and support through:

• Educating and working with GPs to improve care coordination and communication

• Providing access to and emphasis on wellness and empowering you beyond cancer

• Regular meetings with other survivors.

At GenesisCare, we seek to provide these things through regular follow-up appointments with your radiation oncologist, good quality communication between us and your GP through the adoption of Survivorship Care Plans, and encouragement to take ownership of your health through one-to-one educational opportunities with nurses. We also work closely with St Vincent’s Private Hospital Northside and Choices Cancer Support Centre.

As part of the Thrivorship meetings a series of free, Zoom-based talks run throughout the year. Organised and chaired by Dr Leesa Jackson and colleagues from many clinics across Brisbane and beyond, the talks cover topics that are important to anyone who has a history of cancer, and the people who love them. Thrivors are invited to come along, ask questions, and build connections with others who have shared experiences.

In addition, all Thrivors are referred to additional services where required, such as:

The Thrivorship programme can be accessed, and meetings may be attended by anyone with an interest or link to cancer, including:

• Health professionals with an interest in cancer

• People currently being treated with cancer

• Survivors

• Carers and loved ones.

At the meetings, you can meet with and talk to other people who have experienced cancer, carers and loved ones, and healthcare professionals working in the area.

See details below about our next Thrivorship meeting or talk to your local centre to find out dates.

Topic: Lymphoedema Management

Date: 14 June, 2021

Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Topic: Complementary Therapies in Thrivorship

Date: 16 August, 2021

Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Topic: Mental Health in Thrivorship

Date: 18 August, 2021

Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Topic: Fatigue Management

Date: 13 December, 2021

Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Registration Details:

Join Zoom Meeting: https://genesiscare.zoom.us/j/9854718000

Meeting ID: 985 471 8000

Password: 201520