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287 results found
Thrive Foundation - Children's Cancer Charity - national
Charity supporting families affected by childhood cancer. It provides financial support and grants for mental health services, such as counselling, psychotherapy and play therapy. Families choose an accredited therapist that best suits their needs and the charity pays the therapist directly. Its parent/carer face to face support group meets on the first Tuesday (evening) of every month in the Cambridgeshire area, with regular family events. See website/socials for information on approved cell and gene therapies, mental health resources and their latest events.
Tom's Trust - Support for children with brain and CNS tumours and their families
Charity providing psychological support to children and young people with brain and CNS tumours and their families. It also offers bereavement support and online resources including a sibling toolkit. See website for more information.
Tree of Hope – fundraising support for families with a disabled/sick child
Children’s charity that helps families raise money for children and young people for medical treatments and healthcare services not freely available to them through the NHS and social care. It provides fundraising guidance, campaign development, financial management, charity registration, and emotional support from the Family Support team. Families benefit from gift aid and corporate support and donor reassurance. See website for more information.
UK Cancer and Transition Service (UCATS), Online Information
Service for the gender diverse community living with cancer. For trans and non-binary people, a cancer diagnosis may be difficult due to effects of cancer treatments on gender-affirming hormones and surgeries, hormone treatments on cancer growth and side effects of treatment on sexual function. The service offers appointments with specialists in cancer and gender-affirming care. They can also signpost to talking therapies, peer support and gender services. See website for more information.
UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
Professional membership body for psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. It offers people seeking therapy a national register to check whether a therapist is UKCP-registered, as well as a Find a Therapist tool to discover suitable therapists. UKCP members are trained, and follow UKCP’s ethical and professional code of conduct. Members work privately, in public health/the NHS and in third sector organisations. For more information, see their website.
Vispassana Meditation and Courses
Website that offers free downloadable meditation sessions, as well as an app. There are also multi-day courses that run at various locations around the UK. Meditation can help with relieving stress, anxiety, or with sleep problems. For more information, see website.
We Are Undefeatable - how to get more active
Charity for people living with a long term health condition. It supports and encourages people to be more active in ways that work for each particular health condition. See website for free online videos and resources, and for more information.
Well Cool Clothing – Patient Wear designed by medical professionals
Company for people of all ages who are looking for accessible clothing. This is clothing which has been specially designed to allow access for central lines such as port-a-caths, Hickman, PICC and other procedures. It aims to make medical care easier, more dignified and comfortable. See website or contact for more information.
Wigs and Fabric Support – Online Information
Online information on NHS wigs and fabric support. Free wigs and fabric support may be available if you are: under 16, 16-18 and in full-time education, a hospital inpatient, a war pensioner and the wig or fabric support is for your accepted disablement and you have a valid war pension exemption certificate or if you are in receipt of certain benefits. For a full list of who is entitled to free wigs and fabric support and further information, please visit website.
Wiltshire Farm Foods - Frozen Meal Delivery Service
Frozen meal preparation and delivery service operating nationwide. It offers over 300 dishes including vegetarian, allergen-friendly and texture-modified meals for people with chewing or swallowing difficulties. The meals are cooked using sustainable and local ingredients where possible and delivered frozen. People can order as many or as few meals as they need. See website for more information.
Wishes for children with disabilities, serious or life-limiting conditions
Charity offering help to plan and create experiences and memories for children, with disabilities and life limiting conditions aged 5-18 years old, and grant their dream wishes. Dream categories include equipment, experiences, UK holidays, bedroom makeovers and garden equipment. See website for more information and eligibility criteria. See website for more information.
With Love, Emma - supporting families affected by brain tumours in England and Wales
Charity supporting families affected by brain tumours in England and Wales, in memory of Emma Bartley. It offers small one off grants and helps families create lasting memories through special treats such as days out, weekend breaks or gifts. See website and/or contact for more information.
WithYou – drug, alcohol and mental health charity
Free, confidential support for people experiencing issues with drugs, alcohol or mental health, and those worried about a loved one. Support is given face to face or via online live chat. It also offers signposting to other support services nationwide. Visit the website for more information.
World Cancer Research Fund – nutrition, diet and physical activity advice
Charity offering trusted online and phone resources on nutrition, diet and physical activity advice for people living with or beyond cancer. This includes practical support for children and families, information on cancer prevention, and advice on eating well and healthy living through recipes and cookbooks. It also has a nutrition helpline. See website for more information.
World First Travel Insurance
Family business providing travel insurance for people with a wide array of medical conditions including cancer. For more information on the conditions covered by the company visit the website or call the number listed.
Young Lives vs Cancer - national charity for children and young people (0-25) with cancer and their families
National charity providing clinical, practical and emotional support for children and young people affected by or living with cancer. Services include financial help, accommodation near hospitals, grants and benefits information, and bereavement support. Support is offered through online support groups for parents and carers of newly diagnosed children, groups for young people, and a digital support group for bereaved parents and carers. See website and/or contact for more information.
Young Minds – Mental health support for young people
Charity for children and young people who need emotional support. It offers blogs, online advice, and a helpline for parents and carers. It also provides signposting to further mental health services. See website for more information.
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