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When someone is affected by cancer, whether personally or through someone they love, life can feel suddenly unfamiliar. The need for connection, for understanding, and for somewhere to simply be yourself becomes incredibly important. That’s where Cornwall Cancer Café steps in. The project was established by Matthi Clarke as he was recovering from […]
There are over 6,000 local and national support services listed across the UK on Cancer Care Map. Today we’re spotlighting some of the cancer support services available in and around Cambridge. A Touch of Sparkle Charity providing care packs to support people living with cancer and those going through surgery for cancer. Packages […]
In today’s blog, we spend five minutes with Chloe Dixon, who founded a cancer support charity to help people feel less alone. Cancer in Common has grown from a small community initiative to a UK wide charity, hosting social events that bring people together. Tell us about your organisation… Cancer in Common is […]
Getting the nourishment you need is important, but it’s not always easy. What does a balanced diet look like? What if I don’t feel like eating? What if I’m having trouble with swallowing or digestion? There is support out there, from nutritional advice to cookery courses. These days, everyone seems to have a […]
In today’s blog, we chat to Angor, a charity dedicated to helping anyone living with cancer or a life-limiting condition, based in Carmarthenshire Wales. Tell us about your organisation… We offer a safe, empowering space for individuals, their families and carers designed to help people cope with all aspects of a life-altering diagnosis, through […]
There are over 6,000 local and national support services listed across the UK on Cancer Care Map. Today we’re spotlighting some of the cancer support services available in and around Bristol. Caafi Health Cancer Champions – Project for Black and Minoritised communities in inner-city Bristol. Supported by Macmillan Cancer Support, it trains local volunteers […]
Cancer cafés are growing in popularity and number on Cancer Care Map. These are often community lead spaces, sometimes with support from charities like Macmillan, that give those affected by cancer the opportunity to meet in an informal, social environment. You might find it more relaxing to socialise in spaces where what you are going […]
Target Ovarian Cancer is one the UK’s leading ovarian cancer charities. They aim is to stop ovarian cancer devastating lives by driving national awareness campaigns, training GPs, and supporting everyone affected by the disease. If you or someone you love has been affected by ovarian cancer, you’re not alone, and below they explain the different […]
To mark Men’s Health Week, we’re taking 5 minutes to chat to the UK Men’s Sheds Association about their fantastic work building communities and bringing men together in friendship and creativity. Tell us about your organisation? With help from Age UK, the first Shed opened in 2009 in Cheshire – over three years, these seven […]
In today’s blog, we chat with Lorna Hetherington about her massage services, including her specialised training in oncology massage. When did you start? What was the inspiration and motivation behind your business? Whereabouts are you based? I set up Lorna Hetherington Massage over 20 years ago, as I wanted a job that helped people […]