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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|.
Find out how we produce our information|
This information provides practical advice for people diagnosed with cancer, their families and friends. Financial issues can cause worry when someone becomes ill. Many people find that a diagnosis of cancer affects their finances and can cause money problems.
You may find it helpful to see information about financial support| that we can offer you.
We also have videos with introductions about the financial support available to people affected by cancer| and the benefits system|.
Find out about help with NHS costs, grants and benefits
Understand what you can do to manage your debts
Get information about the steps you can take to get your affairs in order
Find out who can give you advice about financial issues
Find out how planning can help you to manage your finances
Find out about how having cancer can affect buying insurance
Make sense of some of the financial terms you might come across
References for the financial issues section
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.
Proposed changes to the benefits system could leave thousands of people living with cancer without vital financial support when they need it most - for some, pushing them into poverty. We're campaigning for a better deal for people affected by cancer.