Organisations
'2nds Together' - Supporting Secondary Breast Cancer Patients
facebook.comLiving with a secondary breast cancer diagnosis is both mentally and physically cruelling for patients and those closest to them. During the current COVID-19 situation life is even more unpredictable.
Through the implementation of support specifically for secondary breast cancer patients and their families we aim to help patients to navigate some of the hurdles they face as a result of this time.
Working with medical professionals and through the provision of peer to peer support if required we can assist with joining 2nds Together in times of uncertainty.
Private Facebook Support Group facilitated by Make 2nds Count.
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'Patient Trial Advocate' (PTA) Service by Make 2nds Count
make2ndscount.co.ukMake 2nds Count Patient Trial Advocate (PTA) Service
The PTA service is here to help secondary breast cancer patients potentially find a clinical trial and to support them through the clinical trial process.
Finding the right information about available clinical trials and understanding the associated complex information is a challenge for all secondary breast cancer patients.
The PTA is ran by senior research nurses with experience in secondary breast cancer and clinical trials.
If you are a patient living in the UK with metastatic breast cancer and interested in seeking advice about a clinical trial, please complete the referral form on the PTA section of the M2C website and book a slot to speak with a member of the team.
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'Tea & A Chat' - Supporting Secondary Breast Cancer Patients
make2ndscount.co.ukLiving with a secondary breast cancer diagnosis is both mentally and physically gruelling for patients. Through the implementation of support specifically for secondary breast cancer patients, we aim to help patients to navigate some of the hurdles they face.
Our Tea & A Chat service offers a safe space for patients to meet and get peer to peer support in times of uncertainty.
Our Tea & A Chat service includes both ONLINE & IN-PERSON sessions.
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100 Stories
100storiesbook.comA growing community, which promotes open discussion to normalise the cancer conversation.
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1066 Pink Ladies
1066pinkladies.org.ukWe are a friendly and informal group who welcome people at any point in their journey through breast cancer. We share our cancer experiences, although you don’t even have to talk, if you don’t want to, just come along and listen, We offer caring and emotional support to each other and help where possible.
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3 Counties Breast Cancer Support Group
surreyinformationpoint.org.ukInformal Support Group for Ladies affected by Breast Cancer to mix with others for support and friendship. Visiting speakers, coffee, chat & socializing.
Befriending Cancer information materials Information
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3D Nipple Tattoos by Helen Aldous
3dnippletattoos.co.ukPermanent 3D Nipple Tattoos / Mastectomy Tattoos
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A & A Studios Hair & Cosmetics
facebook.comWe are proud to be associated with the NHS for over 60 years. As contractors to the NHS nationwide since 1946, A&A Studios was responsible for standardising the categories of hair pieces which are now used by the NHS throughout the UK.
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Action Cancer Northern Ireland
actioncancer.orgAction Cancer is Northern Ireland’s leading, local cancer charity. Our mission is to save lives and support local people through cancer awareness, prevention, detection and support.
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After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
abcdiagnosis.co.ukSupporting primary and secondary breast cancer patients to make informed choices. Sharing information and up to date news on treatments, breast surgeries, consultants, hospitals and providing useful links
Abcdiagnosis is an organisation and network offering peer to peer support for people with breast cancer. Aiming to reduce fear, anxiety and isolation, while supporting them to resume normal life, living both with and beyond cancer.
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After Breast Cancer Diagnosis Exercise Retreat
abcdiagnosis.co.ukABCD exercise retreats
“Motivation & Exercise through recovery and beyond”
WHEN: Friday – Sunday throughout different months in the year.
Please email jo@abcdiagnosis.co.uk if you are interested.
WHERE: Saddleworth, Near Manchester, England
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AfterThoughts Podcast
trekstock.comEvery day, 34 young adults in their 20s and 30s are diagnosed with cancer. AfterThoughts is a podcast of stories about what happens afterwards.
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Against Breast Cancer
againstbreastcancer.org.ukAgainst Breast Cancer fund research into secondary spread, the main cause breast cancer related deaths. Our vision is a future free from breast cancer.
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Alike
alike.org.ukLiving with cancer can be lonely. Speaking to others who have been there, done that, and worn the unflattering hospital gown makes all the difference. That’s what the Alike app is for.
It's a place to share, connect, vent or show off (if that's your thing). Whatever you need to do, whenever you need to do it, we're here.
So jump in.
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All Clear Travel Insurance
allcleartravel.co.ukSpecialist travel insurance for all
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Alora Focus Cancer Support Group
nottshelpyourself.org.ukWe offer therapies, peer support, outings and on occasions have talks by health professionals.
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Amoena (UK) Ltd
amoena.comSupporting women’s confidence to live an active life after diagnosis of breast cancer or women who are otherwise breast-shape challenged.
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Ancora
ancora.aiFind a Clinical Trial
Answer a few simple questions to match with relevant clinical trials
We use technology and a patient-first approach to democratize clinical trial access so that every patient has the best chances of recovery and leading a healthy life.
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ANGUSalive
angusalive.scotThe Macmillan Welfare Rights Service work in co-operation with Macmillan Cancer Support to provide advice on benefits and debt options for people in Angus, living with and/or affected by cancer. This service provides free, independent and confidential advise on a range of issues
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Annabandana
annabandana.co.ukA range of handmade, fitted headscarves, headwraps, sleep caps and bandanas
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Applegate Breast Cancer Support Group
applegate.careThe group is formed of female patients who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The women find support talking amongst themselves to help each other through treatment as well as dealing with the personal and intimate aspects of breast cancer. This can be at any time during the cancer journey; from diagnosis through treatment and afterwards.
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Ark Cancer Charity
arkcancercharity.org.ukWe have a Wellbeing Centre based at North Hampshire Hospital, Basingstoke. Funded by ourselves Ark Cancer Charity . We are working alongside our NHS colleagues to provide a centre which employs therapists and counsellors. They provide reflexology, aromatherapy, acupuncture, scar tissue massage and MLS Therapy. Alongside Psycho-oncologists/counsellors.
Open 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday for counselling and 8am to 6pm for therapies. Referrals through the CNS or oncologist at the hospital.
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Artlift
artlift.orgWelcome to Artlift. For adults living with mental health challenges and / or a long-term health condition, we are a creative space for them to recover because of the experience of the artists, the relaxed atmosphere, and the personalised approach.
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Ashford Breast Cancer Support Group
abcsupportgroup.orgThe group has members of all ages and backgrounds, and offers support and practical help to those who've had, or are undergoing treatment for breast cancer, and for their loved ones.
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Asian Women Cancer Group
asianwomencancergroup.co.ukWe offer support to anyone affected by any type of cancer. Our group is for ladies only
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Aurora Wellbeing Centres
aurorawellbeing.org.ukAurora is a local charity dedicated to providing support for people affected by cancer and long term health conditions, their families and friends.
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Axminster & Lyme Regis Cancer Support
axminsterandlymecancersupport.co.ukAxminster and Lyme Cancer Support aims to provide support for anyone living with and beyond cancer in our community, including relatives and carers, regardless of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. We provide information, educational literature and hold meetings around a variety of issues surrounding a cancer diagnosis or specific cancers.
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Axminster Wellbeing
axminsterwellbeing.comAided by a team of professionals and volunteers, the Centre inspires a wider understanding of the benefits of a healthy mind and body, by supporting people’s physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual needs.
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Ayrshire Cancer Support
ayrshirecs.orgWe provide a range of free and confidential services to people living with cancer and their carers and families including Hospital transport Service, Counselling, Complementary Therapies, Support Groups, Foot clinic Kilmarnock and Information Services.
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Be Bosom Friends
bebosomfriends.org.ukWe provide all kinds of support from information and benefits advice to peer support meetings, social evenings which are the perfect opportunity to meet people in a similar position to you.
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Beatson Cancer Charity
beatsoncancercharity.orgBeatson Cancer Charity provides wellbeing services to cancer patients and their families across the West of Scotland. Coping with cancer is hard, so we are there to make that journey a little easier by giving expert wellbeing support, therapies and care to people at a very vulnerable time in their lives
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Beauty Despite Cancer
beautydespitecancer.comWelcome to the Jennifer Young Therapist Finder, just enter your address or Post Code in the box to find therapists and spa's in your area.
Each one of the therapists listed has completed specialist training at the Jennifer Young Training School, to deliver therapies to cancer patients, using products you already know and trust.
Founded by Jennifer Young in 2013, Beauty Despite Cancer is the recognised expert in specialist skincare for those living with and beyond cancer. We work alongside our sister company, Jennifer Young Training, which takes our products and puts them together with accredited protocols for oncology touch therapies everywhere from spas to hospitals.
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Betty and Belle Ltd
bettyandbelle.co.ukMastectomy bras, swimwear, tops and prostheses.
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Birdsong Yoga Physio
birdsongyogaphysio.co.ukBirdsong Yoga Physio is a place for people with palliative, long term and incurable illnesses to come to explore movement and reconnect with their breath by working with Yvonne, a physiotherapist and yoga teacher.
Yoga and physiotherapy can improve a number of symptoms that people with these illnesses often suffer from. It can help joint pains and stiffness; muscle weakness; loss of balance; anxiety and breathlessness; and some people feel it can lift their mood and balance their emotions.
There is no expectation or need to be able to be 'superflexible' or 'an amazing gymnast' to come to Birdsong Yoga Physio - it is specifically designed for people with palliative illnesses and a variety of physical abilities and 'If you can breathe, you can do yoga’
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Black Women Rising
blackwomenrisinguk.orgThe Leanne Pero Foundation and Black Women Rising was founded in 2017 by
multi award winning entrepreneur and Stage Three breast cancer survivor Leanne
Pero.
Black Women Rising was created to address the gaps in cancer support services for
Black cancer patients. Mainstream cancer services are not inclusive enough and do
not provide adequate support tailored to the Black and ethnic community. Similarly,
the community are not engaging with medical services which is leading to later
diagnosis and unnecessary deaths at a disproportionate level than women in other
groups.
Our monthly peer support groups are at the heart of our project. We also created the
first all-Black female cancer portrait exhibition which has toured London. We recently
launched our podcast and magazine.
All of this helps to fulfil our aims, which are to empower, raise awareness, promote
wellness within our community and ultimately save lives.
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Black Women Rising Support Groups
blackwomenrisinguk.orgSupport Groups for -
Black Women Rising
Black Men Rising
Black Girl Rising
Black Women Rising Stage 4 Cancer Group
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Bohemia Fashions Headwear
bohemiaheadwear.co.ukComfortable headwear for people experiencing hair loss.
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Bolton Cancer Voices
boltoncancervoices.org.ukI am hugely proud to be the Founder and Chair of this amazing Choir, which we believe to be one of the few dedicated Choirs in the country for cancer patients and cancer survivors. I can promise you that you will never meet a more friendly, fun-loving, positive and inspirational group of people than the members of Bolton Cancer Voices, who despite any health issues they may be experiencing embrace life and live it to the full.
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Boost
wewearboost.comBoost creates innovative products that boost mood and confidence. We design with and for our community of users to ensure their needs and desires are met.
Our first product is a breast form that is both breathable and beautiful. We are challenging the assumption that a breast form needs to imitate skin tone. We’ve been working with breast form wearers to develop a product that suits their needs and pocket. We think it’s time that more choice was available to breast form wearers.
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Bosom Buddies
We offer support and friendship to any lady who has received a breast cancer diagnosis. Our group is friendly and peer led. Joining is easy, it doesn’t matter at the stage you are at, or if it was years before, you will be made very welcome. You can come for as long as you feel, are getting from or giving to the group. ( makes you feel good to give a wee cuddle, or some info) We have guest speakers, meals out, fund raise, share a cuppa. Laugh and cry together.
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Bosom Friends Bradford
bosomfriendsbradford.orgOur patient led support group are here to help people affected by breast cancer and their families, with additional support from the Breast Care Team.
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Bosom Friends Leicester
bosomfriendsleicestershire.comWe are a group of ladies who have had or are having treatment for Breast Cancer.
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Bounce Back Group
bouncebackgroup.co.ukBreast Cancer Support Group.
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BRCA Kent
brcakent.org.ukThis group was set up by volunteers when it became apparent that there was a need to support women in Kent with a BRCA mutation, on a regular and consistent basis. It is run independently from any Healthcare Trust.
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Breast Cancer Kent
breastcancerkent.org.ukBreast Cancer Kent aims to improve the lives of those diagnosed with breast cancer in Kent.
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Breast Cancer Now
breastcancernow.orgRight now, an estimated 600,000 people are living with or after a breast cancer diagnosis in the UK. And every year we lose over 11,500 lives to the disease. That’s someone every 45 minutes. We won’t stop until everyone diagnosed with breast cancer lives – and is supported to live well.
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Breast Cancer Now
breastcancernow.orgWe are the leading breast cancer charity in Scotland
Breast Cancer Now has offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow, and supports research and services across the country.
Health is a devolved issue and many decisions about breast cancer in Scotland are driven by Scottish-based bodies. By having a dedicated, physical presence in Scotland, we can champion the needs of people diagnosed with breast cancer throughout the United Kingdom.
We are the leading breast cancer charity in Wales
Breast Cancer Now has a Welsh office in Cardiff. We provide support services all over the country, and work with our volunteers and fundraisers locally. Together, we're making a difference for people affected by breast cancer.
Living with Secondary Breast Cancer Support Groups suspended due to Covid-19
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Breast Cancer Now Podcast
breastcancernow.orgHear personal stories and talks with professionals about living with and beyond breast cancer.
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Breast Cancer Research Aid
breastcancerresearchaid.orgBreast Cancer Research Aid is an independent charity that supports innovative breast cancer research across the UK. From preventing the disease to innovating new ways to deciphering why some families have increased susceptibility; today, we know more about breast cancer than ever before. Research is improving care, producing better outcomes, and transforming lives with each passing day.
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Breast Friends
breastfriendscandv.org.ukBreastfriends is a friendly, informal support group for anyone who has had a diagnosis of breast cancer, whether it was last week, last month, last year or many years ago.
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Breast Friends & Family
breastfriendsandfamily.co.ukBreast Friends and Family aims to support patients through a breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. To provide the little things that the NHS are not in a position to, little things that will make a difference to individual patients and how they feel about themselves.
The charity is currently working closely with the Breast Care Nurses in the Oncology Unit at St John’s Hospital in Livingston, to bring those little things to the patients who need them.
These currently include:
– Mastectomy bras for patients facing breast surgery
– Patient Bags including products to help ease the side effects of chemotherapy
– Axillary lymph node medical ID bands to assist patient care throughout treatment
– Cooling towels for patient experiencing menopausal symptoms through treatment
– Water bottles to encourage patients to keep hydrated
– Headscarfs and advice on hair loss through chemotherapy from our experienced volunteers
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Breast Friends Aylesbury
breastfriends-aylesbury.org.ukBreast Friends Aylesbury is a mutual support group for women who have had a diagnosis of breast cancer, living in the Aylesbury area.
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Breast Friends Solihull
breastfriends-solihull.org.ukWe have talks by a variety of speakers, including medical professionals.
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Breathe Balance Be
breathebalancebe.comDuring chemotherapy, I qualified as a yoga nidra teacher in London and practiced and studied cutting edge breathing techniques with 2 very highly regarded and brilliant breathwork teachers in London. I have also been lucky enough train with Dr Richard Brown, MD, Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University, Dr Patricia Gerbarg, MD, Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at New York Medical College. I am proudly one of their Level 2 Breath-Body-Mind(TM) teachers. I am also currently a trainee hypnotherapist.
I now specialise in helping others with issues such as stress, anxiety, sleep and concentration. I would love to help others find a better balance in life and appreciate the power of their own breath. I will continue to study with influential and inspirational teachers and believe that our healing journey, possibly down a new magical path, can start right under our noses.
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Buchanan Clinic
buchanan-clinic.co.ukOur team of Healthcare professionals have been fitting patients with breast prostheses for many years. We offer a caring, compassionate service to all patients and offer support and advice during difficult times.
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Buddy Cups
buddycups.comBuddy Cups was launched in 2019 as a coffee club for anyone who has been affected by a breast cancer diagnosis, directly or indirectly.
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Bury Physio
buryphysio.co.ukEstablished in 1987, our Chartered Physiotherapists, Sport Massage Therapist and Personal Trainer continue to provide high quality assessments and treatment for a variety of clinical conditions to facilitate your recovery and ensure you know how to prevent re-occurrence of your specific condition.
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Cambridge Cancer Help Centre
cambridgecancerhelp.orgRecognising the need for mutual support, Marilyn Barnes founded the Centre to give people with cancer and their carers an opportunity to meet, talk and socialise and, if they wished, confide in each other.
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Cancer & Fertility UK
cancerandfertility.co.ukCancer & Fertility/ Infertility/ Permanent Menopause/Sterility Campaign & Supportive Community.
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Cancer Card
cancercard.org.ukAn online directory of treats, support services & information dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by cancer.
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Cancer Care Map
cancercaremap.orgcancercaremap.org is an online directory that helps people find cancer care and support services in their local area. People with cancer, their friends and family can either search for a service or can browse the types of services available. It uses stories and videos to show how the services have benefited other people living with cancer and sign-posts services across the country whether they are charity funded, community based or NHS led.
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Cancer Central
cancercentral.org.ukCancer Central is a new and growing digital platform providing a central source of information for those affected by cancer and those who care for them. Whatever your questions or needs, we aim to signpost businesses, services and charities - locally, nationally and online - who can offer the advice and support you need. We are at the start of this journey and, over time, will become the go-to place to find cancer support, with your help.
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Cancer Education
cancereducationuk.orgWe are a UK wide cancer support charity who want to educate and raise awareness of cancer among the BAMER community. We are a small team but are united in our efforts to empower others through powerful messaging.
Whatever stage you are at in your cancer journey, we are here for you and will support you from diagnosis to treatment.
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Cancer Focus Northern Ireland
cancerfocusni.orgCancer Focus Northern Ireland is here to help you improve your health and support you and your family when you’re affected by cancer.
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Cancer Hair Care
cancerhaircare.co.ukUK's leading hair loss support charity - EYEBROWS & EYELASHES, HAIR
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Cancer On Board
canceronboard.orgBut if you’re undergoing treatment for cancer, a chance to sit down to and from appointments can make a huge difference
Our founder, James McNaught took inspiration from TFL’s Baby On Board badges, whilst he was undergoing treatment. Treatment that left him exhausted, weak and gradually, unable to speak. And so the Cancer On Board badge was born.
But the badge is only the beginning. Whilst other organisations and charities seek to find a cure and fund research, we’re focused on the immediate need of making journeys to and from treatment a little more bearable.
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Cancer Pal
cancerpal.co.ukCancerPal has been created to provide support for those experiencing the effects of cancer treatment. Whether you are a carer, helper or patient, CancerPal is here to help. We provide practical tips, advice and recommendations from those with first hand experience of this challenging time.
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Cancer Research UK
cancerresearchuk.orgWe are the world's leading independent cancer charity dedicated to saving lives through research, influence and information.
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Cancer Support Network
Group supports everybody. Services: Befriending, Bereavement support, Cancer information materials, Counselling, Information, Internet use available, Support from Health Professionals
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Cancer Support Salisbury
cancersupportsalisbury.comWe are a self funded, local community support group, founded, and led by a committed team of volunteers offering emotional and practical support to anyone affected by cancer.
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Cancer Support Scotland
cancersupportscotland.orgAs Scotland’s cancer charity, we have been the wellbeing champions for those affected by cancer for over 40 years – not only for those diagnosed, but their loved ones and carers too.
We deliver high-quality counselling, complementary therapy, podiatry and stress management services to promote mental and physical wellbeing and to enable those affected by cancer to continue to live the most active life possible in their community.
All the services we provide are free of charge to help reduce health inequalities, and in the last year we have been able to offer more than 6,500 appointments.
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Cancer Support UK
cancersupportuk.orgCancer Support UK provides practical and emotional support to people living with cancer, both during and after the treatment period. We support people with all kinds of cancer across the UK.
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Cancer Support Yorkshire
cancersupportyorkshire.org.ukFor 30 years, Cancer Support Yorkshire has been supporting the people of Yorkshire when they most need our help.
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Cancer United
cancerunited.org.ukCancer United is a unique cancer support charity based in the United Kingdom for all those whose lives have been affected by a cancer diagnosis.
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CancerWise
cancerwise.org.ukThe charity offers support and information to cancer patients, their families and carers in the West Sussex and East Hampshire area. The service we offer is one of enablement and empowerment in a caring and compassionate environment.
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Carers Trust Heart of England
coventrycarers.org.ukCoventry Carers’ Centre opened in July 1996, as the only ‘one stop’ centre for family carers – people who look after a relative, friend or neighbour who, due to ill health or disability, cannot manage without their help at home.
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Carers Trust Solihull
solihullcarers.orgCarers Trust Solihull provides emotional support, information, advice and assistance to those providing unpaid care for a relative, friend or other person who is disabled, frail or has a long term illness.
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Chantilly
chantillyonline.co.ukMastectomy bras, specialist swimwear, breast forms, nightwear and loungewear
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Charlie's
charlies.org.ukCharlie’s Community Cancer Support and Therapy Centre. We offer friendship, support, holistic therapies, activities & events to help you live well with cancer.
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Chemoheadwear.co.uk
chemoheadwear.co.ukChemo Headwear make award-winning, handmade headscarves, hats and turbans in wonderful cottons, silks, bamboo and cashmere fabrics.
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Cherry Lodge Cancer Care
cherrylodgecancercare.org.ukThe centre has an holistic approach seeking to address the physical, psychological and spiritual needs of those affected by cancer
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Child Bereavement UK
childbereavementuk.orgWe help children and young people (up to age 25), parents, and families, to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies. We also provide training to professionals, equipping them to provide the best possible care to bereaved families.
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Chronic Pain Support Group
chronicpainsupportgroup.co.ukThe support group is run for patients with chronic pain and is run solely by patients with chronic pain. Our main objectives are to bring people together who are suffering from this debilitating condition within a 'safe' environment, to be able to share concerns and ideas, build friendships and obtain up-to-date information about handling their pain.
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Citizens Advice Northumberland
citizensadvicenorthumberland.org.ukWe provide free, confidential and impartial advice and campaign on big issues affecting people's lives.
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CLAN
clanhouse.orgWe help people live with and beyond their or their loved one's cancer diagnosis and improve the quality of life for all those who turn to us for support.
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Codsall & Bilbrook Cancer Support Group
cancercaremap.orgAim of the Group: To ensure that in Codsall and Bilbrook there is more help and support so nobody feels that they are isolated and dealing with cancer without support, signposting and professional guidance.
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Comfort Crate
comfortcrate.co.ukWatch this space for an exciting new startup, helping make cancer treatment a little more fun and alot more comfortable.
Comfort Crate is a subscription box service focused on helping people receiving treatment or recovering from Cancer by making life a little more fun and a lot more comfortable.
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Community Breast Care
communitybreastcare.co.ukCommunity Breast Care, is a unique breast care advice service, providing outreach support to those affected by breast cancer.
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CoppaFeel
coppafeel.orgWe’re here to help everyone stand the best possible chance of surviving breast cancer by educating you on the importance of getting to know your boobs and pecs!
We are the first breast cancer charity in the UK to solely create awareness amongst young people, with the aim of instilling the knowledge and tools they need to get to know their bodies. We like to talk about a serious message in a light-hearted way, empowering people to start healthy habits for life.
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Counselling with Cancer
counsellingwithcancer.co.ukClaire believes ‘Cancer Changes Everything Forever’ and it is so important to look after yourself Mentally, Emotionally and Physically whether you are the patient, the family or the friend.
Main issues cancer patients have when they come to you:
There are so many reasons clients come to me who have been affected by cancer, some are trying to come to terms with their cancer or diagnosis, or family members are looking for ways of supporting their families or trying to cope with the tragic news, friends are coming to terms with the news and wonder what to say or do, patients feel like they have lost their identity and want to be who they are and not the C word and then of course there is bereavement. Some of my clients are young adults that have been through their teenage years watching their parent be unwell and having to grow up very quickly and then coming to terms with their loss. Cancer is such a destructive disease it leaves a huge ripple effect through their families and friends. Cancer really does affect everyone and everything around them
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Cruse Bereavement Care
cruse.org.ukCruse Bereavement Care is the leading national charity for bereaved people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Derby Breast Cancer Support Group
Meetings are varied (guest speakers both medical or general interest). Occasional therapy days. Breast Care Nurse at most meetings..
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Dimbleby Cancer Care
guysandstthomas.nhs.ukIf you are affected by cancer, the Dimbleby Macmillan Support Centre can offer you high-quality cancer information and support. We offer a range of information on all aspects of living with cancer along with psychological support, complementary therapies, workshops, support groups and signposting to benefits advice services
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Drain Dollies
draindollies.co.ukBefore I went in for my surgery I searched high and low for surgical drain bags. I knew I was going to be discharged from hospital with these drains, how was I to manage? I knew I was going to have drains in for at least 12 days and didn't want to be house bound. Equally though I didn't want to get funny looks in the street or feel embarrassed.
Unfortunately hospitals do not readily give out things to contain the drains in for patients use and I saw ladies using plastic carrier bags and pillow cases. It is so inconvenient not having the use of your hands. There is no reason to be house bound after breast surgery by any means, these bags enable you to get out and about which will aid your recovery process. They also come in some really nice patterns and colours to give you that extra boost when your feeling lousy and not so good about yourself.
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Eadie Chops
eadiechops.comHere at eadiechops we're all about funky retro headwear. We make each piece by hand using organic cotton jersey and always at affordable prices. No sweat shops.. No Chemicals.. No worries.
Our turbans are created using funky fabrics and are perfect for hair loss as they are pre tied so no need for slippy scarfs.
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East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Charitable Trust
ipswichhospital.nhs.ukIf you’re affected by cancer The John le Vay Cancer Support and Information Centre can offer you support and information to meet your individual needs in a relaxed, comfortable environment within the Ipswich Hospital Oncology department. We offer many support and exercise initiatives as well as complementary therapies, counselling, benefits advice and self-help and support. Call us for more information. We are an all-inclusive service, we have easy access, a hears loop, a translation service and we also have some easy read information. Whatever your needs are we will always do our best to meet them. We offer the following: Listening ear/refreshments; return to work advice and support; new patient information sessions; Health and Wellbeing events, holistic needs assessment; exercise referral scheme, telephone support and on line initiatives.
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Eloise
eloise.co.ukPost-surgery bras, swimwear, prostheses and accessories.
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Enfield Disability Action
mylife.enfield.gov.ukMonthly drop-ins for people living with cancer, complementary therapy taster sessions
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Everything Happens Podcast
katebowler.comLife isn’t always bright and shiny, as Kate Bowler knows. Kate is a young mother, writer and professor who, at age 35, was suddenly diagnosed with Stage IV cancer. In warm, insightful, often funny conversations, Kate talks with people about what they’ve learned in dark times.
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Farleigh Hospice
farleighhospice.orgFarleigh Hospice is a registered charity (no. 284670) which provides hospice care to people affected by life-limiting illnesses across mid Essex.
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Fenland Chronic Illness Support Group
facebook.comAn informal group for regular coffee & a natter for sufferers of chronic illnesses
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Fertility Network
fertilitynetworkuk.orgFertility Network UK provides free and impartial support, advice, information and understanding for anyone affected by fertility issues.
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Flat Friends UK
flatfriends.org.ukFlat Friends UK is dedicated to supporting women who have had single or double mastectomy surgery without breast reconstruction, including those who may face such decisions now or in the future, due to either a breast cancer diagnosis or preventative surgery. We believe living without reconstruction is a positive outcome.
We have a closed Facebook group that provides a safe, private, respectful and mutually supportive place for women to come together and talk about practical and emotional matters related to living flat, including clothing, cancer treatment and relationships in everyday life.
Join our public page to find the private support group.
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Force Cancer Charity
forcecancercharity.co.ukAt FORCE Cancer Charity we believe that anyone diagnosed with cancer deserves the best possible treatment and professional support, face to face and close to home.
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From Me To You
frommetoyouletters.co.ukSomething as simple as receiving a letter can make the world of difference to a friend or family member suffering from cancer.
We all too often hear that emotional support disappears as patients embark on surgery and treatment, as those close to them just don’t know what to say or how to communicate.
It’s only the cost of a stamp but the effect on the person receiving your letter will be immeasurable.
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Fruit Fly Collective
fruitflycollective.comFruit Fly Collective is a group of scientists and artists who work together to help children, adults and families understand challenging scientific and health-related ideas.
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Future Dreams Charity
futuredreams.org.ukFuture Dreams is raising funds to support women through their breast cancer journey.
FD works on a number of campaigns to create awareness and fund research projects, with a main
focus on secondary breast cancer
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Gentle Approach to Cancer Association
gentleapproach.org.ukThe Gentle Approach to Cancer is a Cancer Support Group based in Preston, Lancashire, offering a truly holistic approach. We help you to look at your own needs and to value time doing things that bring you joy. Free of charge monthly cancer support meetings are held at the Ribblebank Resource Centre in Preston.
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GIRL vs CANCER
girlvscancer.co.ukWelcome to GIRLvsCANCER – a place for fierce women affected by the cretin that is cancer to feel empowered to deal with the sh*t show that a cancer diagnosis means.
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Great Aycliffe Cancer Support
greataycliffecancersupportgroup.co.ukWe are Great Aycliffe Cancer Support Group.
We are a friendly social group, we welcome anyone who has been affected by cancer.
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Grief Encounter
griefencounter.org.ukFounded by Dr Shelley Gilbert MBE, our mission is to give every child and young person access to the best possible support following the death of someone close.
We work closely with individuals, families, schools and professionals to offer a way through the anxiety, fear and isolation so often caused by grief.
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Griefcast Podcast
cariadlloyd.comGriefcast is a podcast that examines the human experience of grief and death - but with comedians, so it’s cheerier than it sounds.
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Hair INXS
hairinxs.comA hair salon specialising in hair loss and hair thinning solutions, including hair replacement systems
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Hampshire Hospitals NHS Trust
hampshirehospitals.nhs.ukWe offer expert assistance for all health-related queries and will endeavour to find answers to your questions
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Harbour Cancer Support
harbourcancer.org.ukHarbour Cancer Support is an independent charity that offers practical and emotional support to anyone affected by any cancer across South East Hampshire.
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Hats 4 Heads
hats4heads.co.ukA range of hats and headwear designed especially for people who have lost their hair through illness
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Headwrappers
headwrappers.orgHeadWrappers is a charity who support people who are losing their hair through cancer treatment. We show the alternatives to wigs. Before a session will send out a free goodie bag, including a cotton scarf, a woolly hat and a woolly hairband. We hold regular online sessions, both in a group format and on an individual basis. During the hour long session, we will show various scarf tying techniques and talk about scalp care, before, during and after hair loss.
For further information please visit: www.headwrappers.org or email info@headwrappers.org
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Highland Hospice
highlandhospice.orgOur aim in specialist palliative care is to improve the quality of life for people throughout the Highlands who have life limiting illness and require specific treatment for difficult problems such as pain and symptom control or require rehabilitation.
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HM Government
gov.ukGovernment website for access to Benefit Services. Secondary Breast Cancer Patients are entitled to Personal Independence Payment amongst other benefits depending on your family situation.
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Horsham Cancer Support
nhs.ukHeathers Cancer Support is an independent cancer self help group supported by Macmillan Cancer Support, and operates in line with their best practice guidelines.
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Hospice UK
hospiceuk.orgFind a hospice
Our database lists adult and children's hospice care providers in the UK.
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Hummingbird Cancer Support
hummingbirdcancersupport.orgHummingbird’s is an informal group offering both a friendly and relaxed space for people to chat and share experiences in combination with a selection of complementary therapies. We are open to adults of any age and at any stage of their cancer treatment pathway or those looking after them.
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Inflammatory Breast Cancer Network UK
ibcnetworkuk.orgThe Inflammatory Breast Cancer Network UK is a voluntary run charity
registered in England & Wales and Scotland, dedicated to the advancement
in education of inflammatory breast cancer to members of the public and
health professionals. We promote and fund research for inflammatory
breast cancer and provide advocacy, advice, information and support to
those affected by an inflammatory breast cancer diagnosis including
their family members and carers.
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Insurancewith
insurancewith.comInsurancewith was created to help people with all kinds of conditions – including cancer, mental health, epilepsy, and many disabilities – get the right cover for an affordable price.
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Jennifer Effie's Hair Solutions
jehair.comOffers bespoke wigs and hair replacement systems for people experiencing hair loss because of chemotherapy
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Jens Friends
jensfriends.co.ukFree Heart shaped pillows for women (and men) with Breast Cancer. Designed to provide comfort and protection after a Mastectomy operation.
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John Holt Cancer Support Foundation
jhcancersupport.comWe are a local voluntary registered charity that believes makes significant contribution to the lives of many individuals and their families affected by cancer.
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Keeping Abreast Breast Cancer Reconstruction Support Group
keepingabreast.org.ukWe recognise there is a great need for women, both newly diagnosed with breast cancer facing the possibility of mastectomy, and also women further down the line who are also considering reconstructive surgery, to be able to meet and talk to other women who have been through similar experiences.
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Knitted Knockers UK
knittedknockersuk.comKnitted Knockers are a UK charity that knit and crochet breast prostheses for women that have undergone a mastectomy or lumpectomy.
At Knitted Knockers UK we want women to know that there is a lightweight,
100% cotton alternative that takes the form of a real breast and is soft against the skin and is breathable.
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Lady Survivors
ladysurvivors.comLady Survivors Mastectomy Swimwear is a Fashionable, Affordable range designed to give support and coverage after breast cancer. Designed by a survivor for survivors.
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Leanne Pero Foundation
theleanneperofoundation.comThe Leanne Pero Foundation and Black Women Rising was founded in 2017 by
multi award winning entrepreneur and Stage Three breast cancer survivor Leanne
Pero.
Black Women Rising was created to address the gaps in cancer support services for
Black cancer patients. Mainstream cancer services are not inclusive enough and do
not provide adequate support tailored to the Black and ethnic community. Similarly,
the community are not engaging with medical services which is leading to later
diagnosis and unnecessary deaths at a disproportionate level than women in other
groups.
Our monthly peer support groups are at the heart of our project. We also created the
first all-Black female cancer portrait exhibition which has toured London. We recently
launched our podcast and magazine.
All of this helps to fulfil our aims, which are to empower, raise awareness, promote
wellness within our community and ultimately save lives.
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Lets Live Cancer Support Group
facebook.comWe meet and chat, we help with money matters with our Macmillan adviser. We befriend and visit people at home, we go with our partners to hospital and try and support in any way. Also we support family and carers and they are very welcome to our meetings.
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Lewis Foundation
thelewisfoundation.co.ukAt The Lewis Foundation we source, package and hand deliver free gifts and support packs to adult cancer patients in hospital every week – items they might find difficult to buy themselves or simply cannot afford. It can be a sad, frightening and lonely experience for individuals undergoing cancer treatment, and for many people in hospital, our volunteers are their only regular visitors.
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Liberty Custom Breast Prosthesis
breast-prosthesis.co.ukAt Liberty, each Breast Prosthesis is totally bespoke. They're uniquely designed & personalised for you to fit your body perfectly.
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Little Lifts
littlelifts.org.ukEvery year approximately 55,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK, making it the most common cancer*.
We’re on a mission to support them by offering a littlelifts box at the beginning of their chemotherapy or radiotherapy treatment. We do this by working directly with hospitals in Norfolk and Suffolk, where boxes are given out to patients during treatment planning or review meetings with their Oncology, Radiology or Breast Care Teams.
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Live Through This
livethroughthis.co.ukSupporting and advocating for LGBTIQ+ people affected by cancer
Live Through This is a cancer support and advocacy charity for the LGBTIQ+ community. Cancer can affect anyone but is more common in LGBTIQ+ people. Until now, the queer community has gone largely underrepresented and we want to change that. We provide a safe space for anybody who identifies as part of the queer spectrum and has had an experience with any kind of cancer at any stage from testing, diagnosis, treatment, remission to long term care.
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Liverpool Sunflowers
liverpoolsunflowers.comWe provide a range of support services to help individals and families following a diagnosis of cancer, or other life changing illness.
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Living Well
livingwell-cancer-support.org.ukLiving Well offers you the opportunity to take time out, come and talk to others, find useful information and approaches to help you in your recovery.
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Look Good Feel Better UK
lookgoodfeelbetter.co.ukLook Good Feel Better is the only cancer support charity helping boost the physical and emotional wellbeing of people living with cancer..
We bring small groups together online to show them how to tackle some of the problems they might be facing. Questions can be asked, appearance related issues due to chemotherapy and other treatment related issues can be shared with lots of new tips and techniques demonstrated by one of our experts.
Our services have been expanded to include Hair Loss and Nail Care advice and we run regular online workshops.
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Love Po
lovepo.co.ukGiving cancer patients something to make them smile.
We’re a registered charity offering free gifts and experiences to those living with cancer.
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Love Rose Lingerie
loveroselingerie.comAfter being diagnosed with cancer and having a double mastectomy with reconstruction, Caroline, a lingerie addict and designer, became frustrated and disappointed with the matronly, purely functional choice of lingerie that was being designed for the post-surgery market. Caroline set about to do something different, working over the past few years with Sarah to design a comfortable, sexy, luxurious mix and match lingerie collection.
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Lucinda Ellery
lucindaellery-hairloss.co.ukA hair loss consultancy that provide a range of hair loss solutions. With consultancies in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Bristol and Solihull
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Ludlow Cancer Support Group
ludlowcancersupport.orgThe Ludlow Cancer Support Group exists to provide a sociable and welcoming environment where, through friendship, fun, and shared experience, members can find additional strength to cope with their situation.
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LympheDIVAs
lymphedivas.comMedically correct fashion for lymphoedema
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Lyndale Cancer Support
lyndalecancersupport.co.ukWe are a charity group that provides one-to-one and group support to cancer patients, carers and their families in a warm, relaxed and friendly environment, run solely by volunteers.
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Macmillan
macmillan.org.ukAt Macmillan, we won’t rest, and we won’t settle for anything other than the best possible support for people with cancer.
We do whatever it takes.
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