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Macmillan and Cancerbackup merged in 2008. Together we provide free, high quality information for people affected by cancer through our publications, website and phone service. Find out more|.
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If you get into debt because of reduced income and higher outgoings due to cancer, seek help as soon as possible, and don't panic. This information will help you understand the basics of debt management, and provides tools to help you deal with your debts.
Follow these steps to manage your debt
Create a financial statement to help you to manage your debts
Get information about how to negotiate with your creditors
A list of useful organisations that people affected by cancer can turn to, if they are finding it difficult to manage their debts
Get advice about what you could do to increase your income through state benefits, insurance and pensions
Identify you urgent debts
Understand the main types of borrowing that are available and looks at what you can do if debt becomes a problem
For answers, support or just a chat, call the Macmillan Support Line free (Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm)
If you have any questions about cancer, need support or just want someone to talk to, ask Macmillan.