The main organisation that provides information and support for people with cancer is the Cancer Council. Their services include:

• an Information and Support line, 13 11 20, which has specially trained staff available to offer support
• a range of face-to-face, online and telephone support groups
• a program called Cancer Connect where you can talk to someone who has experienced cancer
• an online community for people with cancer and their families and friends.

Specialist organisations that provide support for people with mesothelioma are:

• The Asbestos Diseases Research Institute (ADRI) – The ADRI Mesothelioma Support Coordinator Service is provided by experienced registered nurses who offer telephone, email and face-to-face support to patients and their families – call 1300 237 400 or (02) 9767 9854 or email support@adri.org.au
• The Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia (adfa) – is an advocacy organisation that provides support for people living with asbestos related diseases –  call 1800 006 196 or email Info@adfa.org.au

You should also have access to a cancer care coordinator or social worker at the hospital where you are being treated. They can tell you what services and support groups are available locally. Your GP may also be able to provide information about this.