Who can I speak to?
Call us free on 0808 808 00 00 (Monday - Friday, 9am - 8pm).
The Macmillan Support Line, staffed by trained experts, offers people with cancer and their loved ones practical, clinical, financial and emotional support. We have 5 teams here to help.
Cancer information and support (9am - 8pm)
This team answers each call, provides emotional and practical support, or can just listen if you need to talk. They will help find the best support for you, which could be arranging for you to speak to one of our specialist teams listed below, finding relevant resources online or support in your local area.
Cancer information nurse specialists (9am - 8pm)
This team of experienced cancer nurses uses their clinical skills to provide and talk through specialist information on symptoms and diagnosis, treatment, living with cancer, palliative care and end of life.
Financial guidance (9am - 5pm)
Our financial specialists are here to help you manage your finances, providing guidance in areas such as mortgages, insurance, pensions, future planning and more.
Welfare rights (9am - 8pm)
Providing information on the benefits and grants you may be eligible to claim, our welfare team can advise on NHS health costs if you are on a low income or claim certain benefits. They can also find out if you're eligible to apply for a Macmillan grant to help with the financial impact of cancer.
Energy advice (9am - 5pm)
Here for you no matter who supplies your gas and electricity, our energy specialists can help to source funding if you are struggling with your bills.
When it gets busy we may not have someone available from our specialist teams but we'll get someone to call you back.
If you prefer, you can email us and we will reply within two working days.