Where to find information, help and support

There are lots of other organisations that can give you information or support.

Support for young people affected by cancer

Cancer Fund for Children (Northern Ireland)

Provides support for children, and young people diagnosed with cancer and their families.

Children's Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG)

TYAC's parent charity, which produces a wide range of information for children and young people with cancer, and their families, which can be downloaded for free.

Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust

Takes young people aged 8 to 24 sailing to help them regain their confidence as they recover from cancer.

Little Princess Trust

Provides free real hair wigs for children and young people who have lost their hair due to cancer treatment.

Teenage Cancer Trust

Builds cancer units for teenagers and young adults in hospitals, and organises support and information services for patients, their families, schools and health professionals.

Teens Unite

Teens Unite is for young people aged 13 to 24 who have cancer. Runs regular fun days out such as concerts, football matches, and art and beauty workshops. Teens Unite provides ongoing long-term support for teens, whether they are undergoing treatment or in remission.

The Brain Tumour Charity

Has a service for young people living with a brain tumour. They can put people in touch with someone going through a similar experience and offer emotional and practical support from a dedicated Young Adult Worker.

Young Lives vs Cancer

Provides clinical, practical and emotional support to help children and young people cope with cancer and get the most out of life.

Youth Cancer Trust

Provides free holidays to people aged 14 to 30 who are living with cancer.

Youth Health Talk

A collection of interviews with young people about their experiences of health or illness. You can watch videos, listen to audio or read interviews.

General cancer support organisations

Cancer Research UK

The leading funder of cancer research in the UK. Provides information about cancer, cancer care and clinical trials for new treatments.

Cancer Support Scotland

Offers information and support for cancer patients, families, friends, and healthcare professionals. Runs a network of monthly support groups and also provides counselling and complementary therapies.

Maggie's

Located throughout the country, Maggie’s Centres provide information about cancer, benefits advice, and emotional or psychological support.

Macmillan Cancer Support

Offers a wide range of services including a helpline, support groups, online information and more.

Tenovus

Provides a range of services to people with cancer and their families in Wales, including counselling and a freephone cancer helpline.

Cancer Focus Northern Ireland

Provides a range of services to people with cancer and their families, including a free telephone helpline, which is staffed by specially trained nurses with experience in cancer care.

Financial advice and information

Citizens Advice

Provide advice on a variety of issues including debt, benefits, legal, housing and employment issues.

Money Advice Service

Offers online, printed and telephone information and advice about money matters.

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