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The
Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre
The
centre provides information and support to people with cancer and their
families.
At the centre we encourage a positive attitude towards cancer and help people to develop a sense
of control in living with cancer.
We are here to raise awareness about cancer and to offer you appropriate care and support.
Aims of the Centre
- To offer information, support and
practical help to any person affected by cancer whether patient, family member, carer or friend.
- To provide an experienced professional
team to help you gain the most from your treatments.
- To offer a relaxed and friendly
atmosphere.
Drop-In
Services
We are open three days a week to offer support and to try to help with your concerns
or problems. You can drop in for a coffee and a chat in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, without
having to make an appointment.
The Staff
The centre is staffed by a professional and experienced team, who are supported by trained volunteers.
Information and Support
The centre also provides a comprehensive library with leaflets, books and tapes, as well as access
to the internet. You can look up a variety of information at your own pace, to ensure you have
all the background knowledge you need to help you understand and live with your cancer.
Educational Sessions
We run regular educational programmes about cancer and its treatments which you are welcome to
attend. For further details of times and subjects please ring us.
Learning
to Live with Cancer
"Learning to Live with Cancer" is a patient education programme that gives people affected
by Cancer information and emotional support to help them live with a diagnosis of Cancer.
The course is free
and is held once a year in April. The programme is made up of nine 2 hourly
sessions, which are held in the evening for nine consecutive weeks at
Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology.
Sessions include
information on normal anatomy and function, as well as general facts about
cancer, its treatment and treatment side effects. The course also addresses
the myths surrounding chance to help dispel misunderstanding about the
disease.
Opening
hours
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 10am - 3pm
Tuesdays, Thursdays 9.30am - 4.30pm
For more information please telephone the
centre on 0151 482 7722
Please address any correspondence to:
The Macmillan Cancer Information
and Support Service
Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology
Clatterbridge Road
Bebington
Wirral
Merseyside
CH63 4JY
e-mail: [email protected]
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