CUH cancer support service

We are here to support anyone, such as patients, their families and carers, friends, work colleagues; any person who is affected by cancer, by offering information and signposting to services and organizations that can help with financial, emotional and practical support.

How we can help

The team work with people affected by cancer on the wards, in outpatient clinics and our base, the information POD in oncology outpatients.

Our service

We can provide:

Literature, in a range of formats, on cancer, including specific tumour sites, treatments, side effects and the emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis.

We have resources on a wide range of cancer related issues including:

• Diet and nutrition, fatigue, hair loss, managing cancer in the work place and coping with the cost of cancer
• Blue badge information
• Financial support referrals
• Information and signposting regarding hair loss and skin care during your cancer journey
• Contact details for local support groups suitable for patients, carers and family members
• Signposting to hope courses (self-management courses)
• Electronic holistic needs assessment (e-HNA) to help identify your main concerns regarding your treatment and life with a cancer diagnosis.

How to find us

Get in touch

The CUH Cancer Support Service is based in the oncology and haematology outpatients department

Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00

Anybody can drop in, no appointment necessary.

Telephone: 01223 274801

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