Patsy, diagnosed with cancer
When Patsy was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2004, her Macmillan nurse Erica was by her side every step of the way.
Meet the people who make up Macmillan. From the supporters who give their time to the health and social care professionals who are there for people affected by cancer and their families.
When Patsy was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2004, her Macmillan nurse Erica was by her side every step of the way.
Angela is a Macmillan breast cancer nurse specialist. She offers continuity of care and emotional and practical support for you and your family.
When Daloni was diagnosed with cancer of the womb she wanted more information about her cancer and the treatment ahead of her, so did some research. That’s when she came across Macmillan’s Online Community.
As a specially-qualified nurse, Kim has the expertise to answer any medical questions you have about cancer. You can reach Kim, and other nurse specialists, on the Macmillan Support Line - they're just a phone call away.
Wendy runs group sessions to build people's confidence and focuses on physical rehabilitation. Wendy runs hydrotherapy sessions in the swimming pool and provides tai chi classes to help with stress management.
Keynes is a Macmillan oncology dietitian. She sees people on the wards or in clinics, and offers them nutritional support or dietary advice.
Helen is a Macmillan nurse specialising in lung cancer and mesothelioma. She's here when you need answers to questions, or when you're finding it hard to cope with side effects or symptoms.
Zoe works on the Macmillan Support Line. She can answer your questions about cancer, help you find the words to talk to your family about it, or just listen if you need a chat.
Money worries are the last thing you need when you're facing the toughest fight of your life. But, if cancer's causing the bills to pile up, a chat with a welfare rights adviser, like Peter, could help you get back on top of things.
Debbie works in an information centre. If you or a loved one has cancer, or you're worried about cancer, Debbie can help answer questions, give you free booklets and leaflets, or just listen if you need to to talk things through.
Karen is a Macmillan family support worker. She provides emotional support for people with cancer and their loved ones during a very difficult time in their lives.
Lesley volunteers at a Macmillan information centre, helping visitors and staff. Lesley's had cancer and experienced the support we offer first hand, so she knows only too well how vital it is and wanted to give something back to Macmillan.
Catherine runs workshops for people affected by cancer. The courses help people regain control and feel more like themselves at a time when they may have lost confidence.
Macmillan and Boots UK are working together to provide bespoke training to Boots pharmacists so they can help people affected by cancer get the support they need.
You don’t need to face cancer alone. Find out more about our free support line, Macmillan nurses, information services and support groups near you.
Do you have a question for our cancer support specialists? If you want to, you can complete our online form to give us the information we need to answer you. We’ll attempt to reply within two working days.
You don't have to climb mountains to give something back. For example, we need people affected by cancer to review our booklets, from home, in their own time. Find out more.
What's happening near you? Find out about support groups, where to get information and how to get involved with Macmillan where you are.
Read Imogen's blog about her experience as a Macmillan support line volunteer. She highlights the benefits of talking about cancer and looks at some of the different ways people can start talking.
If you've just joined the Community and aren't sure where to start, this is the group for you. Tell us what brings you here, and don't be afraid to ask questions. Someone will be on hand to welcome you and point you in the right direction.
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