Looking for local, non-medical support alongside cancer treatment or after treatment? The Cancer Support Network (Berkshire Cancer Support Network and Cancer Champions project) supports people who have been affected by cancer, and the wider family and support network.
If you live in or around the Bracknell Forest and Wokingham Borough areas, you can join a community-based support network offering emotional support, social connection and practical help. Support includes regular group meet-ups (both in-person and online), plus access to private peer-support forums and chat groups (WhatsApp or Facebook) once you have submitted a referral.
You may find this helpful if you want to meet others who understand what you are going through, feel less isolated, or want help finding local services and resources.
The service can also signpost you to relevant voluntary and community sector support and information (as long as your question is not a specific medical question).
Cancer Champions (peer support volunteers) may be able to offer short-term one-to-one befriending support in your home or where needed. This can include a listening ear and help with basic tasks such as shopping, light gardening, and driving to appointments, for a few hours a week over an agreed time period.
To get started, you can contact the team for an informal chat before making a referral. If you are ready to get involved, you can complete the referral form on the website.
Cost information is not stated on the website.
Service statistics
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of referrals accepted
Categories:
Connecting with others
Day to day helping hand
Information and advice
Managing a long-term health condition
Transport and getting around
Service access criteria:
For anyone with cancer, or those supporting them, located in or around the Bracknell Forest and Wokingham Boroughs.
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Michele-Marie
5 years ago