OUR SERVICES
The needs and experiences of carers are fundamental to our work as well as our origin story.
Before becoming one of the country's leading cancer information specialists, our late founder Dr. Rose Thompson was also a cancer carer. While in the middle of her studies at radiotherapy school, Rose’s mother was diagnosed with breast cancer and sadly passed away at the age of 47, when Rose was 19 years old. It is because of these experiences as a carer for her mother that Rose developed her lifelong passion for enhancing cancer services and information for global majority and low-income communities.
Through Rose’s story, as well as our years of working with diverse communities affected by cancer, The Rose Thompson Foundation recognises the importance of supporting carers in their own journeys - not only as a vital support for so many patients - but as individuals with their own support, wellbeing and cultural needs. For these reasons, we are proud to announce that The Rose Thompson Foundation is launching our new Carers Support Group!
Our Carers Support Group will offer a variety of useful, comprehensive, and culturally sensitive services to assist caregivers from global majority and low-income backgrounds. Members will be able to connect with other carers at our monthly meet-ups, receive information and resources on the kinds of support available to them, participate in wellbeing activities and resources, and join a community of people who are supporting the care of a loved one with cancer.
If you are interested in joining our Carers Support Group, get in touch with us
As a grassroots community organisation, from both personal and professional perspectives, we are familiar with the gaps and challenges in the healthcare system, especially for people from diverse cultural backgrounds. We know that to enhance quality of life, cancer care should be holistic and person-centred for both patients and carers and not just focused on the disease.
Current Services
Community Engagement & Involvement
We provide commissioned services directed at improving participation by ethnic minorities in relevant cancer research and detection initiatives.
Planned Services
The Cancer Resource Centre
We are committed to establishing a state-of-the-art cancer resource centre. The Centre will provide culturally appropriate and holistic care involving:
A Support Group Network (SGN) for Patients and Carers
We are currently focused on capacity-building our Cancer Support Group Network to provide and facilitate holistic care for patients and carers
Cancer Information Specialists and Cancer Support Advocates
- Cancer Information Specialists and Allied Health professionals will provide culturally appropriate cancer information and support relating to treatment options, side effects, clinical trials, and well-being activities.
- SGN members will be supported with a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) tailored to the cancer treatment pathway of the patient and the elements of care which the participant (patient or carer) considers to be meaningful.
More detailed information will be published when these planned services are available.
Are you a caregiver, husband, wife, or partner of someone affected by cancer?
We are seting up a Carers Support Group to deliver culturally appropriate resources and a supportive community for carers to provide:
- Connection with Other Carers: Carers will have the opportunity to connect with other carers in a supportive setting, allowing for shared experiences and mutual support.
- Access to Information and Resources: To support caregivers in their role.
- Wellbeing Activities and Resources: The group will provide access to activities and resources for promoting wellbeing, which is crucial for maintaining mental and physical health.
- Training for Online Services: Carers can receive training to access online services using their phone or computer. This can empower them to find and utilise resources independently.
- Other Support and Information: Where resources are available, we will provide other kinds of support and information based on caregivers' needs and requests.
Our support group will provide access to valuable resources and a supportive environment for carers.