CCF Australia is a professional ‘Patient-Centric’ and ‘Patient-Led’ Organisation, that places the needs of the patient and their caregiver first.
Foundation
Testimonials
Brenda’s Testimonial
It's been an absolute whirlwind as she was dying in my arms 2 weeks ago and the Drs didn't want to treat her - now we have this option, thankyou!
James Hastings Testimonial
Hope you guys made it home and sound, just read the patient journal cover to cover, (on my flight to UCL for next round of Nivo) it's incredible,.the detail, the path it forges, the ideas and inspiration. Truly amazing and exactly what is needed to navigate CCA, Brilliant James Hastings - Ireland
Steven West: Cholangio Survivor
The opportunity to help other newly diagnosed patients help themselves, to understand in a manner that they can mount a robust and effective response is the reward
Lynette Williams: Cholangiocarcinoma Survivor
In order to successfully fight this disease we need to be armed with as much information as possible.
Lisa Salem-Craine: Cholangio Survivor
I met Steve and Claire Holmes many years ago and connected with them because like Steve, I am a cholangiocarcinoma survivor.
Projects you are supporting
Optimal Patient Response (OPR)
From Passenger To Co-Pilot: An Initiative and a carefully choreographed process that enhances healthcare by transforming the standard-of-care into a more comprehensive ‘standard-of-response’ process. At its core are printed Patient Navigator Journals and supporting digital web-app suite, all designed to better equip and empower the patients capacity to effectively respond and survive their diagnosis. A clear, step-by-step process supported by CCF peer-trained Navigators, Coaches, Hospital Coordinators, and a constructive peer-to-peer community, replacing chaos with calm, and overwhelm with direction.
Light Australia Green
Galvanising Collaboration: The Light Australia Green Initiative is a comprehensive annual campaign focused on raising awareness and driving engagement in bile health and cancer response. Through targeted events, such as hospital-hosted symposiums, landmark illuminations on World Cholangiocarcinoma Day, and an annual conference, the initiative unites key stakeholders to promote collaboration, education and progress in managing bile-related cancers.