Look Good Feel Better

Hello, I’m Cath Griffiths, Early Breast Care Nurse at BCRC-WA, and I want to share with you the incredible impact that Look Good Feel Better (LGFB) workshops have on our patients. BCRC-WA is proud to host 4-5 LGFB workshops each year, and the positive transformation we witness is nothing short of remarkable.

LGFB originated in the USA in 1989 when a health professional, inspired by the remarkable impact of a makeover on a cancer patient’s self-esteem, envisioned a service to help all cancer patients manage the appearance-related side effects of treatment. A year later, Julie Carriol brought the program to Australia after witnessing the profound transformations during a workshop in New York.

Managed by the Cancer Patients Foundation, an independent not-for-profit organization, LGFB is not affiliated with any other cancer charity or support service. Operating without government funding, the program relies on the generosity of corporate and community supporters to ensure that cancer patients can access the workshops without any financial burden.

The LGFB workshops are about more than makeup and skincare. They foster a sense of community, allowing participants to share their journeys, struggles, and triumphs. The emotional and physical transformations are profound, giving patients the tools to manage the challenges they face, both inside and out.

The upcoming workshops at BCRC-WA are scheduled for:

• Tuesday, 21st May 2024; 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
• Tuesday, 20th August 2024; 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
• Tuesday, 19th November 2024; 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

If you or someone you know is interested in joining our upcoming LGFB workshops, feel free to ask me about it on your next visit to our clinics or email info@bcrc-wa.com.au. Additionally, you can register for a workshop that suits your schedule by visiting lgfb.org.au.

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Cath Griffiths
BCRC-WA Breast Care Nurse