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CanTeen Aotearoa

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    Around 4,200 rangatahi across Aotearoa are impacted by cancer each year, whether it’s their own diagnosis or cancer in their whānau. 

    Rangatahi don't have to face cancer alone. Canteen is a safe space for rangatahi to connect, share the tough stuff, and get a break from cancer.

    Our services are free of charge and available for rangatahi aged 13-24 who:

    • Has/Had cancer
    • Has/Had a parent or sibling with cancer
    • Dealing with the death of a parent or sibling from cancer

    Canteen services include:

    • Individual support and therapy
    • Peer support events
    • Therapeutic programmes and camps
    • Rangatahi development
    • Specialised online support - canteenconnect.org

    Services Provided

    Information, education & support
    Provision of information, guidance, advice, and resources.
    Cancer support
    Cancer support services provide support for you and your whānau if you have been affected by cancer.

    Service types

    • Cancer counselling

    Charges

    All of Canteen's support services are free of charge.

    Age groups

    • Youth / Rangatahi

    How do I access this service?

    • Contact us
    • Referral

    Fees and Charges Categorisation

    • Free