What to expect from a group
Cancer support groups give you the chance to talk to others who can understand what you are going through.
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Mobile Information and Support Service
The Mobile Information and Support Service (MISS) bus tours the UK throughout the year, offering free, confidential information and support to people in their communities.
Local volunteers
Our volunteers offer practical and emotional support to people affected by cancer. We want to make sure no one goes through cancer alone.
Information and support centres
Come for a chat at one of our information centres. They’re all over the UK and they offer free resources, confidential information and support. Find one near you.
Read stories about getting support
Venus on getting support
'It was the most helpful, the most empowering experience.'
Thom on getting support
'It was so good to visit the hospital for something positive.'
Patsy on getting support
'She was an angel and helped me see the light at the end of the tunnel.'
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Free information booklets and CDs
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Order or download free, reliable information that is easy to understand. Our booklets cover signs and symptoms, diagnosis, cancer types, treatments and living with cancer.
Ask questions
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We know people can have a lot of questions when they're facing cancer. You might find it helpful to read through and prepare some questions before you talk to your medical team or benefits advisers.
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Get involved
Browse winter Your Mac News magazine to see what supporters like you have been up to and how you can get involved with our events and challenges.
In your area
Local area
What's happening near you? Find out about support groups, where to get information and how to get involved with Macmillan where you are.
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Why should we talk about cancer?
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.
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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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