Experiences of People with Cancer from Rural and Remote Areas of Western Australia Using Supported Accommodation in Perth While Undergoing Treatment
The aim of the study was to explore the lived experiences of people diagnosed with cancer from rural and remote areas of Western Australia, who utilise supported accommodation services whilst undergoing treatment in the capital city (Perth). Methods A qualitative phenomenological approach was used i...
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| author | Andrette Chua Evelyn Nguyen Li Lin Puah Justin Soong Sharon Keesing |
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| description | The aim of the study was to explore the lived experiences of people diagnosed with cancer from rural and remote areas of Western Australia, who utilise supported accommodation services whilst undergoing treatment in the capital city (Perth). Methods A qualitative phenomenological approach was used in this study. Ten participants were recruited using purposive sampling, who were aged between 35–65 years, were diagnosed with cancer within the previous three months and used accommodation services within the past 12 months. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with a duration of approximately 45–60 min via Zoom, FaceTime or phone call. Interview data was transcribed, thematically analysed and coded into relevant themes. Results: Three overarching themes were derived from the interviews–“It’s harder to have cancer when you have to relocate for treatment,” “The paradoxical experience of staying at the accommodation,” and “Feeling grateful for the support offered’. Conclusions: People diagnosed with cancer who have to relocate during treatment require emotional, logistical, and social supports. Cancer accommodation services are essential in enabling individuals to continue engaging in meaningful occupations and maintain their quality of life. Our study highlights the need for cancer accommodation services to consider the complex needs of individuals completing treatment for cancer in locations away from their usual homes. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-33fea5620656448c8c6206dea1edda132023-11-23T19:27:30ZengMDPI AGCurrent Oncology1198-00521718-77292022-02-012921190120010.3390/curroncol29020101Experiences of People with Cancer from Rural and Remote Areas of Western Australia Using Supported Accommodation in Perth While Undergoing TreatmentAndrette Chua0Evelyn Nguyen1Li Lin Puah2Justin Soong3Sharon Keesing4School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Bentley, Perth, WA 6102, AustraliaSchool of Allied Health, Curtin University, Bentley, Perth, WA 6102, AustraliaSchool of Allied Health, Curtin University, Bentley, Perth, WA 6102, AustraliaSchool of Allied Health, Curtin University, Bentley, Perth, WA 6102, AustraliaSchool of Allied Health, Curtin University, Bentley, Perth, WA 6102, AustraliaThe aim of the study was to explore the lived experiences of people diagnosed with cancer from rural and remote areas of Western Australia, who utilise supported accommodation services whilst undergoing treatment in the capital city (Perth). Methods A qualitative phenomenological approach was used in this study. Ten participants were recruited using purposive sampling, who were aged between 35–65 years, were diagnosed with cancer within the previous three months and used accommodation services within the past 12 months. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with a duration of approximately 45–60 min via Zoom, FaceTime or phone call. Interview data was transcribed, thematically analysed and coded into relevant themes. Results: Three overarching themes were derived from the interviews–“It’s harder to have cancer when you have to relocate for treatment,” “The paradoxical experience of staying at the accommodation,” and “Feeling grateful for the support offered’. Conclusions: People diagnosed with cancer who have to relocate during treatment require emotional, logistical, and social supports. Cancer accommodation services are essential in enabling individuals to continue engaging in meaningful occupations and maintain their quality of life. Our study highlights the need for cancer accommodation services to consider the complex needs of individuals completing treatment for cancer in locations away from their usual homes.https://www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/29/2/101cancerlived experiencesruralaccommodationCancer Council Western Australia |
| spellingShingle | Andrette Chua Evelyn Nguyen Li Lin Puah Justin Soong Sharon Keesing Experiences of People with Cancer from Rural and Remote Areas of Western Australia Using Supported Accommodation in Perth While Undergoing Treatment Current Oncology cancer lived experiences rural accommodation Cancer Council Western Australia |
| title | Experiences of People with Cancer from Rural and Remote Areas of Western Australia Using Supported Accommodation in Perth While Undergoing Treatment |
| title_full | Experiences of People with Cancer from Rural and Remote Areas of Western Australia Using Supported Accommodation in Perth While Undergoing Treatment |
| title_fullStr | Experiences of People with Cancer from Rural and Remote Areas of Western Australia Using Supported Accommodation in Perth While Undergoing Treatment |
| title_full_unstemmed | Experiences of People with Cancer from Rural and Remote Areas of Western Australia Using Supported Accommodation in Perth While Undergoing Treatment |
| title_short | Experiences of People with Cancer from Rural and Remote Areas of Western Australia Using Supported Accommodation in Perth While Undergoing Treatment |
| title_sort | experiences of people with cancer from rural and remote areas of western australia using supported accommodation in perth while undergoing treatment |
| topic | cancer lived experiences rural accommodation Cancer Council Western Australia |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/29/2/101 |
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