Planning and managing your finances

Booklet
Published: 30 Oct 2019
Next review: 30 Apr 2022
Edition: 2

Cancer can put a strain on your budget. It can lead to extra costs and disrupt your income. This booklet aims to help you manage these changes and look after your everyday finances.

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Published: 30 Oct 2019
Next review: 30 Apr 2022
Edition: 2

Cancer can put a strain on your budget. It can lead to extra costs and disrupt your income. This booklet aims to help you manage these changes and look after your everyday finances.

About this booklet

Who is this booklet for?

This booklet can help you if:

- you want to balance your income and spending better

- you want tips about managing your bills, bank accounts or taxes

- you are thinking of borrowing money.

Visit our online information about managing money when you have cancer.

How we can help

Macmillan Cancer Support Line
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Financial issues can cause worry when someone becomes ill. You may be able to claim benefits to help you in your situation. You may also be able to get financial assistance from other organisations.
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