There are a number of therapeutic workshops and psychological support sessions planned for cancer patients to help deal with various issues. They are being held online using Microsoft Teams on various dates from July to September. Full details are on the
Communities Against Cancer Workshops
Organised by Action Hampshire but this workshop about cancer prevention and awareness is for Weymouth and Portland. Contact Claire Vincent, Communities Against Cancer Project Coordinator, to find out more or book your place: claire.vincent@actionhampshire.org 07801 379448 You can also find out
Steps2wellbeing courses
Steps2wellbeing run a variety of courses to help with your general mental wellbeing. Many things can affect how you feel so, if you think these may help you, click here to find out more.
Glen’s Interview with Wyke Regis TV
Glen has been part of C’Siders since it started and was recently interviewed for Wyke Regis TV. He was able to give plenty of information about what we do to support people affected by cancer, whether as patients or carers.
Rotary Club supporting C’Siders
The Rotary Club of Melcombe Regis is holding a Charity tombola stall on the seafront near the Kings Statue on Monday, 31 May 2021, from 10:30 am – 4:00 pm. All proceeds will be going to C’Siders. Please support them
Macmillan Telephone Buddies
If you want to talk to someone about your cancer, Macmillan Telephone Buddies are there to help. To register online click here or call them on 0808 808 00 00.
Cancer Information and Support Clinic – online
When you first receive a cancer diagnosis you were previously invited to a group session to get lots of useful information; these face-to-face sessions had to be put on hold when Covid arrived. Now the Dorset Cancer Partnership has produced
Macmillan – iHOPE
Macmillan are running some online sessions to help with Self-Management called iHOPE. There are courses scheduled for April, May, September and October. It will require some personal commitment. (Please note that you need to click on the link in the
Right By You
Right by You is an opportunity for people to get involved, to provide experience, and help build a new and more joined up process for supporting cancer patients. If you’re interested you need to let them know by Friday 19th
Macmillan Survey – Cancer and Coronavirus
Macmillan are keen to hear from you if you have been affected by disruption to your cancer treatment during the coronavirus pandemic and you can take part in their survey here. By sharing your story, you can help Macmillan make