It was a reminder of how much self care and intentional actions matter to staying healthy. I received great information, such helpful tips from my coach and realistic goals. I looked forward to our calls for both the accountability and relationship aspect. I would recommend to anyone. Cancer never leaves your mind even when you are in remission.

Cancer Coach Participant, Allstate Benefits Member

The program has helped me a lot, both mentally and physically, by teaching me how to take better care of myself and improve my relationships and communication. It has also given me the confidence to think about returning to work with practical tips to manage my well-being. If you’re thinking about joining, I highly recommend it.

Cancer Coach Participant, Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority

I’ve adopted practical tips regarding a positive attitude to exercise that would help me be more proactive to achieve goals. I turned 59 and decided I would exercise everyday of the year with small easy to manage tasks. I would do more dancing and get more walks in.

Nadine sent me links to meditation apps and practical ideas to improve my health and wellbeing. The program helped me keep connected to my doctors to ensure my results are within the healthy markers. We also discussed work and how to increase my desire to find happiness in my current work.

Cancer Coach Participant, ClearView

My experience with the program was very positive. I was able to open up to friends and family in a way that I wasn’t able to beforehand. I felt stronger both physically and mentally after completing the modules and researching the links provided by my health coach Linda. I learnt a little about my relationship with my partner. I am promoting the cause of prostate cancer in my club, I am attending support groups and I have made changes to my diet, sleeping routines, mindset and I am now practicing more active meditation. I count calories and seek better options to eat daily. I set aside time each day to practice meditation.

Cancer Coach Participant, nib member

Both my coach’s approach and the program content was pitched at the right level, with enough flexibility to hone in on the topics most interesting to me. Even though I did a lot of research and reading myself on how to best manage the treatment experience, I can highly recommend participating in the program.

Cancer Coach Participant, AIA member

Both my parents were diagnosed with cancer and I wanted to understand the emotional impact and how I can prepare for the ups and downs. Practically I have developed some strategies to deal with these issues, by forward planning and opening my communication with those around me.

Cancer Caregivers Participant, Department of Treasury

My Health Coach helped me prioritise, schedule and plan my activities which helped me get out from the overwhelming head space which I found myself in.

Cancer Coach Participant, AIA member

I highly recommend this course to anyone in this situation. I learned to use breathing to calm myself, practical tips to communicate better with my brother, management of information, medication, finances and household duties as well as factual information regarding impact on employment, leave entitlements and flexible work arrangements.

Cancer Caregiver Participant, PSA/CPSU Association

The biggest value I got from the program was my 1:1 sessions with my coach. They were was safe space for me to discuss my feelings and talk about my mums progression through her cancer journey. Having someone on the other end of the phone, who actually got what I was going through made me feel well supported.

Cancer Caregiver Participant, CBA Group

What I encountered from the sessions with my Health Coach was beyond what I ever expected. Not only did I receive the strategies I was seeking, I also received affirmation and acknowledgement that all the thoughts running through my head were normal for a carer. It has provided an ability for me to structure my days to allow me to continue to invest my energy into my professional life as required while still ensuring home life ticks along.

Cancer Coach Participant, CBA Group

My Health Coach could certainly help with a lot of the issues surrounding my illness and dealing with it including side affects, fitness and nutrition, it all adds up and helps your mental stability and in turn your health. I would highly recommend anyone in a similar situation to take full use if possible of their services.

Cancer Coach Participant, AIA Health

I appreciated the breadth of topics touched on throughout the program while, at the same time, the comparatively small time commitment on my behalf – it didn’t feel like “yet another task” to complete, but was very manageable.

Cancer Coach Participant, Australian Government Department of Social Services

I felt like I had a better understanding of how to gauge what my physical and mental health could tolerate and how to move forward during such a period of uncertainty in my life. Since undertaking health coaching with Patrick, I have incorporated more exercise into my days, as well as more meditation and mindfulness. I have become more aware of what my body and mind are telling me and I am trying harder to advocate for myself.

Cancer Coach Participant, nib Members

I came into the program feeling lost and unsure of how to cope with the situation. During my time on the program, I was able to explore various topics in relation to a loved one with a cancer diagnosis through weekly modules. These were very beneficial to me and not only assisted with how to be the best caregiver for my mother but also maintain my personal well-being.

Cancer Caregivers Participant, Department of Social Services

“I found the program very good, very supportive and comprehensive. It certainly helped ease my anxiety.
Yes the program, certainly influenced my considerations regarding my return to work plan.”

Cancer Coach Participant, ClearView

“I would recommend this program and would advise others not to see it as another source of stress by having to comply but rather information to support you and to give you back some level of control over your cancer journey. The lack of control for me has been the hardest element and doing what I can to influence it has really helped.”

Cancer Coach Participant, AIA Health

“My health coach was extremely supportive, knowledgeable and encouraged me through the process. He provided me with tips, apps and talked me through eating habits / diet, exercising, sleep patterns, keeping a record of medical notes and my general wellbeing. Even though I had Patrick as my coach during my second round of cancer, it was very beneficial to have someone reinforce what I needed to do, and most importantly, provided that contact from a third party.”

Cancer Coach Participant, PSA Member