Financial Assistance
A child’s cancer diagnosis is often sudden and can come with unexpected costs.
This is why Redkite offers financial support to parents, guardians and carers of a child with cancer, as well as independent teenagers (aged 16-18) with cancer, by helping them pay for:
- Rent and mortgage
- Essential household bills (eg. mobile phone, electricity and internet)
- Groceries
- Petrol
Redkite offers three levels of cancer financial support to suit different needs and these funds can be accessed from the time of diagnosis until 12 months after treatment ends through their online portal ‘myRedkite’.
Financial Assistance FAQs
Who is eligible to receive financial assistance through Cancer Hub?
The financial assistance is available for families experiencing childhood cancer.
What types of expenses are covered by the financial assistance program?
The financial assistance program covers things like groceries, household bills, rent, mortgage, petrol, car expenses, or phone expenses.
How can families apply for financial support?
Families can get in contact with the Cancer Hub team via the form here or call us on 1800 431 312
Is there a time limit for accessing financial assistance after a cancer diagnosis?
Funds can be accessed from the time of diagnosis until 12 months after the treatment ends.
Are there different levels of financial support available to suit varying needs?
Yes, there are varying levels of support which depend on the cancer diagnosis that a family is facing. We will support families in finding the right financial support for their needs.
To access support, get in touch and we'll look after the rest
About Redkite
Holding it together when your child’s life is in question can feel impossible. Redkite provides practical, emotional and financial support for families who have a child with cancer aged 18 or under, so you don’t have to face it alone.
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