Your kindness matters….
You have a superpower that can directly impact a life in a powerfully positive way
The Cancer Connection was born out of a desire to serve;
Individuals who feel overwhelmed by their diagnosis, looking for non-medical support outside of their doctor’s office
navigators seeking guidance on integrative health-related questions
those who feel unheard, unseen, voiceless, lost or alone
the loved ones who feel helpless
And how do we help?
We set the scene for conversations and connectivity to happen
We have support systems, projects & programs in place to provide cancer-affected individuals with the right tools
We lean on the expertise of professional health care-givers who share their knowledge with us
We work collaboratively with other NPO’s, and related services, to offer a full circle of support
Fill-a-Freezer
Care Packs
Support Groups
Healing Network
What is INTEGRATIVE HEALTH and why is it an important cancer-fighting approach?
Cancer is predicted to be the leading cause of death worldwide by 2030.
We are currently not winning the war, but knowing that 80-90% of new cases are influenced by lifestyle and environmental factors gives us the incentive to put our health first and act with a preventative mindset.
Integrative health is a state of well-being in body, mind and spirit that incorporates all aspects of health beyond the medical language of your doctor. This understanding of wellness asks the individual to take a proactive role in their own well-being, ensuring that their mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, supplemental, nutritional and even financial health is included in their lifestyle.
Access to information = self empowerment
Understanding true health = self advocacy
YOU DON’T NEED TO STRUGGLE THROUGH THIS ALONE.
We are here for you, for the conversations that you feel you can’t have with your medical team, or with your loved ones.
We will try and help you find the answers to some uncomfortable questions.
The Cancer Connection helps restore compassion and confidence within the cancer conversation with practical advice and an actionable approach.
While the Medical treatments of chemotherapy, surgery and radiation are commonly known components to this journey, we feel the emotional and holistic aspects are often over-looked. Integrative approaches combine conventional care, self-care and complementary care – with the end goal of all round optimal health and healing
Support Groups & Buddy2Buddy Connections
Find a group in your area. Or we can help you start one. Created to offer a safe space to share experiences and advise, and most importantly, to support each other.
Healing Toolkit
We give you, the caregiver or cancer warrior, the tools to navigate this journey with easy-to-follow wellness plans featuring FREE access to motivational videos from some of our favourite health-care professionals.
Fill-a-Freeza
Healthy eating gets side-lined in the wake of shock, trauma, ill-health & loss. Let’s make this easier for you!
Projects
Love in action! Would you like to be a donor, or a sponsor, of one of our exciting initiatives?
These seemingly small gestures may not change the world, but they mean the world to someone fighting their hardest battles.
Help us make good things happen HERE
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Up to 85% of Cancer patients can experience malnutrition during their treatments
“Cancer does not discriminate. It knows no nationality, no creed, no gender, no age.”
John Kanzius
“I can honestly say that this group has been such a game-changer in my life. It has opened my mind, it’s motivated me and it’s all about my nutrition. Today made me realise that I can do this. Everyone who shared their experiences really inspired me. Thank you for opening that door for me.”
Patsy
(Support Group Member)
“Thank you so much for your heartfelt message i truly touched me. What you’re doing is incredibly special, and I want you to know that your kindness and compassion really do reach people who need it most. Even the smallest act of care can mean the world to someone walking this journey..”
Reichaard Taljaard
“I was pleased to come across your website, the guidance it offers is designed with a better understanding of a patient’s journey and the information needed through this difficult time, my family and I will definitely turn to the resources you have provided”
Kirigo Kamore
Proudly collaborating with SAPROTEX International
Need some direction?
Resources
Our easy to use guide includes all the details for South African-based cancer charities, as well as links to blogs and websites that we recommend for anyone on a cancer journey
Directory
we know that a cancer diagnosis is daunting and overwhelming, so we have spent the time sourcing services, products and practitioners that could save you time researching alternative and complimentary options
Welcome to our Shared Knowledge zone; featuring TOP TIPS & advice, available in printable PDFs covering a selection of subjects on some of the most commonly asked questions.
We have gathered suggestions and advise from our fellow cancer warriors and put them into a printable format featuring various subjects SUCH AS….
when someone you know has cancer
suggestions for gift ideas