Community
18 December, 2024
Backing for COUCH campaign
THERE’S been a groundswell of public support for COUCH as the community cancer care organisation steps up its funding fight for survival.
Cairns Regional Council, Advance Cairns and the Chamber of Commerce have joined community groups and individuals in support of the ‘Champions of COUCH’ campaign, which kicked off in November after the announcement its wellness centre off Reservoir Rd would have to rely on community donations once federal funding ended in March.
Cairns Mayor Amy Eden said the centre had been a lifeline for Far North Queenslanders facing cancer providing essential health and wellbeing support for the past five years.
“While our community is renowned for its generosity, relying solely on donations places COUCH in a vulnerable position,” she said.
Advance Cairns chief executive officer Jacinta Reddan said the Far North carried an increased burden of cancer rates in comparison to other parts of Australia. COUCH was a material and powerful service which deserved our support, she said.
Chamber of Commerce chief executive officer Patricia O’Neill said she was confident the business community would dig deep to ensure COUCH had a long future in the Far North.
Help make a difference and become a Champion of COUCH. To find out how you can build a future of comprehensive care for cancer battlers call 4032 0820 or email: champions@couch.org.au
