British Sign Language

We produce cancer information in BSL and can help you to use the Macmillan Support Line.

What are Macmillan's British Sign Language services?

This video is about the British Sign Language (BSL) services we offer and how to access them.

The video talks about::

  • Our BSL videos
  • Calling our support line with a BSL interpreter
  • Contacting us via a relay call
  • Our online BSL resources

Get cancer support in BSL

A Macmillan Support Line advisor. The man with blonde hair is smiling and wearing a headset and a patterned top.

Call the Support Line using a BSL interpreter

The Macmillan Support Line offers free, confidential support and advice to people living with cancer and their loved ones. 

We have BSL interpreters on the Macmillan Support Line. If you are hard of hearing or deaf, you can ask for a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter call to be set up.

You can do this by emailing us or using our online web chat and asking to organise a call. You can also have a hearing family member or friend call the support line on your behalf on 0808 808 00 00. 

Please note, it can take up to 3 working days to arrange a call. You will need to have access to a laptop or PC, a good internet connection and a webcam. 

Woman wearing a Macmillan lanyard sits at desk on a video call using BSL

Speak to a trained Deaf volunteer

You can get immediate practical support and help with how you are feeling from a trained Deaf volunteer. Our Macmillan Deaf Support Project provides virtual emotional and practical support to Deaf people living with cancer across the UK.

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Other ways to get support

BSL cancer information video library

We are working to expand our library of BSL cancer information videos. If you have ideas for new BSL videos, please email us at cancerinformationteam@macmillan.org.uk. 

Macmillan nurse smiling at patientMacmillan nurse smiling at patient
About cancer
Introduction videos about cancer: what is it, what are the common types, risk factors and symptoms.
A female Macmillan Nurse wearing a blue uniform stands next to a hospital cubicle curtainA female Macmillan Nurse wearing a blue uniform stands next to a hospital cubicle curtain
Treatment
Explore videos about chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery. There is also information about surgery and PICC lines.
Two Allied Health Professionals wearing white tunics and green Macmillan lanyards sitting and talking to eachother. There are exercise bikes in the background.Two Allied Health Professionals wearing white tunics and green Macmillan lanyards sitting and talking to eachother. There are exercise bikes in the background.
Side effects
Learn about different types of common side effects from treatment, including hair loss, fatigue and trouble eating.
A Macmillan Professional supporting a person affected by cancer. They are sitting in a hospital corridor talking.A Macmillan Professional supporting a person affected by cancer. They are sitting in a hospital corridor talking.
Types of cancer
Videos about bowel cancer, brain tumours, prostate cancer and lymphoedema. Including how to spot the symptoms, staging, treatment and follow up care.
Zahleka, a Macmillan Support Line worker. Zahleka has long dark hair and is sitting on a green chair in front of a computer, wearing a headset with a microphone.Zahleka, a Macmillan Support Line worker has long dark hair and is sitting at a computer, wearing a headset.
Getting support
Explore videos explaining where to get emotional and financial support if you’re diagnosed with cancer. You can also learn about supporting people with hearing loss and cancer.
 
Close up of a woman holding a tablet and reading information online.Close up of a woman holding a tablet and reading information online.
Watch on YouTube
Browse Macmillan BSL cancer information videos in our YouTube playlist.
Search all Macmillan BSL videos

Easy read information

We also produce cancer information in easy read booklet format. These booklets use simple words and pictures. They can be useful for people who use BSL.

How we can help

Macmillan Support Line
The Macmillan Support Line is a free and confidential phone service for people living and affected by cancer. If you need to talk, we'll listen. 

 

Call us free on 0808 808 00 00
8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. You can talk to our cancer specialists about anything.
Email us
Email the Macmillan Support Team if you have any questions.
Chat online
Available 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. For confidential, real-time support if you don’t want to call.
Online Community

Chat online anonymously to others who understand what you are going through. Our community is available 24/7 and has dedicated forums where you can get advice and ask our experts.
Help with the cost of living and cancer
We know that cancer can be tough on your finances. You may also be worried about rises to energy bills and other costs of living. There is support available.