About Us
When people with cancer receive the right support — early, safely, and consistently — their lives change.
It became increasingly clear that a collective approach — one that removed barriers and made cancer-specific rehabilitation accessible to all — was not just valuable… but necessary.
Why We Exist
The Cancer Care Rehabilitation Foundation was born from a shared vision among a couple of clinicians and a client, who have each witnessed, first-hand, the powerful impact of exercise and supportive care throughout the cancer journey. Across our work in oncology rehabilitation, exercise physiology, physiotherapy and lymphoedema management, we have seen a consistent truth: When people with cancer receive the right support — early, safely, and consistently — their lives change. Their confidence grows. Their strength returns. Their treatment becomes more manageable. They feel more like themselves again.
The research behind exercise in cancer care is now undeniable. If we could bottle the the effects of exercise into a pill EVERY single person affected by cancer would be prescribed this medicine.
This shared belief is what ultimately brought us together.
What makes us who we are
Our Mission
To ensure every person affected by cancer has access to safe, specialised exercise programs that:
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reduce treatment side effects
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improve physical function and confidence
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support emotional wellbeing
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enhance long-term health outcomes
Our Vision
Right now, we are focused on exercise oncology, but we dream bigger. With your support, we aim to build an integrative model of cancer rehabilitation, where all patients can access a full range of supportive care services — from nutrition to psychological support — alongside their medical treatment.
Our Directors
The Cancer Care Rehabilitation Foundation was born from a shared vision among a couple of clinicians and a client, who have each witnessed, first-hand, the powerful impact of exercise and supportive care throughout the cancer journey. Across our work in oncology rehabilitation, exercise physiology, physiotherapy and lymphoedema management, we have seen a consistent truth: When people with cancer receive the right support — early, safely, and consistently — their lives change. Their confidence grows. Their strength returns. Their treatment becomes more manageable. They feel more like themselves again.
CCRF Director
Sharyn Wappett
Sharyn’s expertise is in the management of side effects of treatment of cancer. In particular lymphoedema, cancer related fatigue, physical decline, post op scar tissue and cording. Sharyn combines this with her treatment of pelvic floor issues in both women and men. Sharyn is also a certified lymphoedema therapist, with training also in women’s and men’s health and clinical Pilates. Sharyn is a certified oncology rehab physiotherapist and a specialist scar therapist in oncology related surgery. Sharyn is passionate about helping cancer sufferers and providing an holistic approach to patient care
CCRF Director
Megan
Megan has a Masters in Exercise Physiology from the Australian Catholic University and is an accredited exercise physiologist, with full registration with Exercise & Sport Science Australia. Megan specialises in the areas of oncology, women’s health, chronic pain and people with invisible illnesses such as chronic fatigue, endometriosis, hypermobility and EDS, along with patients diagnosed with neurological conditions. Megan is committed to helping patients achieve autonomy over their own health and helping them on their road to recovery.
CCRF Director
Felice
Felice recently retired as CEO of a company listed on the ASX. Felice serves as Chair of the Trustees of The Missionary Sisters Oblates of the Holy Family, who provide emergency accommodation and support to young people. Felice is also the Chairperson of the Father Atanasio Gonelli Charitable Fund, a Sydney-based public benevolent institution, who provide financial grants for medical research and projects, as well as projects and organisations supporting disabled, infirm and elderly people, in addition to financially supporting food vans, providing over 9,000 meals a year for Sydney’s homeless.
CCRF Director
Jack Sciara
Jack has over 25 years’ experience in corporate accounting, finance, taxation and business management. In 2016, Jack was appointed as the Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary of an ASX listed company, Desane Group Holdings Ltd and in 2024 he was appointed as Executive Director of the Company. His role in the Company covers all aspects of financial control and capital management. This includes developing financial and tax strategies for the Group, monitoring and directing strategic business plans, investor relations, ASX compliance and corporate governance. Jack is a member of the Institute of Public Accountants and a registered Tax Agent. Jack also contributes to his community as Treasurer and executive committee member of a local football club, supporting the growth of grassroots football.
CCRF Director
Sandra
Sandra is an experienced company administrator. In her role, Sandra performs a number of critical tasks and provides support to the executive leadership team and senior management of the company she works for. Sandra’s role includes varied administration tasks and office management, as well as preparing and lodging statutory corporate reports, liaising with stakeholders and client relationships. Sandra also serves as Charity Coordinator and Secretary for an ACNC registered charity. Sandra’s administration, management and statutory knowledge are an invaluable asset to the ongoing community assistance services provided by the charity she serves. Sandra is deeply committed to the advancement of community charitable work.