Can Assist

Can Assist We provide financial assistance, practical support and accommodation to cancer patients in country NSW. Cancer does not discriminate.

We provide our services to bridge the gap between city and country cancer patients, giving people with cancer in rural, regional and non-metropolitan areas in NSW the opportunity to have fair and equitable access to cancer care and support services. The impact it has on the patient and their loved ones is significant beyond words. Country cancer patients are faced with an even bigger hurdle in th

eir cancer journey: distance and access to services. Through the hard work and dedication of our volunteers across NSW and the generosity of individuals and communities, Can Assist is able to make a real difference to country families affected by cancer.

🎉 WE’RE HALFWAY THERE! 🎉A huge THANK YOU to every single Can Do The Distance fundraiser and donor helping us reach this ...
25/08/2026

🎉 WE’RE HALFWAY THERE! 🎉

A huge THANK YOU to every single Can Do The Distance fundraiser and donor helping us reach this incredible milestone. 💛

Together, you’re making the distance a little easier for country families facing cancer. Because when someone in the family has cancer, the whole family feels it.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family life gets disrupted - work, school, routines and plans can all be put on hold.
🚗 Someone has to get them there - often a partner, parent, sibling or friend making the long trip to appointments.
🏠 Home can suddenly feel very far away - especially when treatment means travelling hundreds of kms.
💰 And the extra costs add up - fuel, accommodation, meals and time away from work can all become another worry.

Your fundraising helps Can Assist provide practical support to country families, easing some of these pressures so they can focus on what matters most: being there for each other.

Now… can we make it all the way to $100,000? 🙌
👉Donate now or join us: www.candothedistance.org.au

⛽️ Fuel prices are still high. And when you live in country NSW, long distances come with a cost — more fuel, more time ...
24/08/2026

⛽️ Fuel prices are still high. And when you live in country NSW, long distances come with a cost — more fuel, more time and more money.

Now imagine making a trip again and again because you have cancer.

This month, Can Assist’s Can Do the Distance campaign shines a light on the distances people in country NSW travel to access cancer care and the extra challenges that can come with it.

Every donation helps Can Assist continue supporting local people through their cancer journey. 💛

Select one of 60 Branches and Donate today: www.candothedistance.org.au
Funds stay local, supporting local country patients.

This is Liv. 👋 She’s already walked 200km for Can Do the Distance! 👟Liv isn’t from the country, but she has friends who ...
22/08/2026

This is Liv. 👋 She’s already walked 200km for Can Do the Distance! 👟

Liv isn’t from the country, but she has friends who are — a reminder that you don’t need a big personal connection to care. Sometimes, even a small connection is enough to make you want to show up for others. 💚
Olivia also volunteers with Can Assist in her spare time.

She’s taking on the challenge because she’s lucky enough to have access to incredible healthcare, and wants to help make sure people living in country Australia have that same opportunity.

Have a story you’d like to share? Send us a message. We’d love to hear it and share it with our community.

🐮 Did you know Can Assist has 60 branches across NSW? 💚 Our branches are part of what makes Can Assist so special, local...
21/08/2026

🐮 Did you know Can Assist has 60 branches across NSW? 💚 Our branches are part of what makes Can Assist so special, local people supporting local patients and families when they need it most.

And while we can’t confirm these Highland cows in NSW are official branch volunteers… we can confirm they’re pretty cute!

Meet Leanne. 👋 Leanne is the face of this year’s Can Do the Distance campaign. And just like so many of us, she’s doing ...
19/08/2026

Meet Leanne. 👋 Leanne is the face of this year’s Can Do the Distance campaign. And just like so many of us, she’s doing the distance for someone she loves — her sister, Ellie.

👟This August, Leanne is walking in Ellie’s memory. She’s taking on 270km, walking 10km for every year of Ellie’s life.

Ellie was supported by Can Assist Harden and Young during her cancer journey. Ellie and her family travelled more than 5,000km for treatment. When her cancer returned aggressively, Ellie sadly passed away at just 27 years old. Ellie was passionate about spreading the word about Can Assist, so more country families could find the support they need — and find it earlier. This is Leanne’s way of continuing that work in Ellie’s memory.

Together, our incredible fundraisers and donors have now helped us reach $40,000! 🎉

Can we make it to $50,000 by the weekend? Donate or read more about Leanne’s story at www.candothedistance.org.au

Wondering how $30,000 helps us say, “Yes, we Can Assist”? 🚗🛣️ That’s 300 $100 fuel vouchers — one of the ways Can Assist...
16/08/2026

Wondering how $30,000 helps us say, “Yes, we Can Assist”?

🚗🛣️ That’s 300 $100 fuel vouchers — one of the ways Can Assist helps country cancer patients get to the treatment they need.

🫶 It’s 300 families facing one less financial barrier when cancer turns their world upside down.

Select your Can Assist Branch and either sign up or donate - www.candothedistance.org.au
Money raised stays local to the branch, helping local cancer patients across rural NSW.

Did you know working horses can average 32–48 km in a single day? 🐎Country cancer patients often travel even further to ...
14/08/2026

Did you know working horses can average 32–48 km in a single day? 🐎

Country cancer patients often travel even further to access the treatment they need. No one should have to face that distance alone. 💚

If you or someone you know needs support, get in touch with Can Assist. We provide practical and financial assistance to people with cancer and their families across country NSW.

🏉💚 Sydney is lacing up for the bush! This Saturday, Can Assist is proud to be joining Woollahra Colleagues Rugby Club fo...
06/08/2026

🏉💚 Sydney is lacing up for the bush! This Saturday, Can Assist is proud to be joining Woollahra Colleagues Rugby Club
for their annual Ladies Day.

Many of the players have country roots and understand the challenges rural families face when cancer means travelling long distances for treatment. That's why they're stepping up to support Can Assist and our Can Do the Distance campaign.

Players are giving back to the communities they call home by fundraising for their local Can Assist branch.
Come and say hello at the Can Assist tent – we'd love to see you there!

📍 28 Manion Avenue, Rose Bay NSW 2029
Can Assist Tent: 10:30 AM – 4:10 PM
Ladies Day: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

🎟️ To purchase your Ladies Day ticket or learn more: https://can-assist.grassrootz.com/can-do-the-distance-community-superteams/woollahra-colleagues-rugby-union-football-club

🎉 Over $20,000 raised for country cancer patients and their families across regional, rural and remote NSW. How amazing!...
05/08/2026

🎉 Over $20,000 raised for country cancer patients and their families across regional, rural and remote NSW. How amazing!

🫶 A huge thank you to every participant and every donor!

Your support is helping ensure country people facing cancer can access the practical assistance they need. 💚

Donate or sign up (it's not too late!): www.candothedistance.org.au

⏰ Ready, set... Do the Distance!A huge thank you to everyone taking part in Can Do the Distance and to those who have al...
01/08/2026

⏰ Ready, set... Do the Distance!

A huge thank you to everyone taking part in Can Do the Distance and to those who have already donated. Every step you're taking and every dollar you give is helping Can Assist provide practical support to local people facing cancer.

It's not too late to join the challenge! Registration is free, so grab your family, friends or workmates and get involved.

👟 Walk or run wherever and whenever it suits you throughout August.
💚 Sign up today – https://www.candothedistance.org.au

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