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Abbie's Sparkle Foundation

Charity

Abbie's Sparkle Foundation is a charity that supports UK children with cancer by providing individual "Sparkles," such as gifts and grants, to brighten their day. We aim to spread awareness of sarcoma and childhood cancer.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Anthony Nolan

Charity

Anthony Nolan connects stem cell donors with patients with blood cancer and disorders, funds research, and provides post-transplant care to save lives.

Support for following cancer types: Lymphoma, Blood, Hodgkin lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, Leukaemia

Arran Cancer Support Trust - ArCaS

Charity

Arran Cancer Support (ArCaS) provides free and confidential services to cancer patients and their families on Arran, including transport to mainland hospitals, ferry travel warrants, counselling, wellbeing support, and a support nurse. ArCaS was founded in 1989 to support patients and carers on Arran who were struggling with the challenges of cancer.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Ayrshire Cancer Support

Charity

Ayrshire Cancer Support is a charity that provides practical and emotional support to those affected by cancer, offering various services including transport, counselling, support groups, complementary therapies, and information services. We also provide help with money worries and have services tailored for children and young people.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Beads of Courage UK

Charity

Beads of Courage UK supports children and families through difficult times. Children with cancer receive beads at each stage of treatment to create a physical representation of their journey. The program is available to children in the UK and includes support for siblings. Animal-shaped beads help siblings recognize their own abilities and strengths.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Beatson Cancer Charity

Charity

Beatson Cancer Charity provides support and services for cancer patients and their families in the West of Scotland, including complementary therapies, specialist health and work support, and specialist activities delivered by staff and volunteers. Our aim is to ensure no-one faces cancer alone.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Blood Cancer UK

Charity

Blood Cancer UK supports those affected by any type of blood cancer, whether it’s leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS or MPN, offering information and advice to those who have just been diagnosed, as well as their family and friends. We also provide a support service and an online community forum for those who want to connect with others going through similar experiences.

Support for following cancer types: Lymphoma, Blood, Hodgkin lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, Leukaemia

Bo'ness Car 4 U

Charity

Bo'ness Car 4U is a free hospital transport service for cancer patients registered with any Bo'ness medical practice. Volunteers provide transportation, making the journey to hospital stress-free.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Bowel Cancer UK

Charity

Bowel Cancer UK offers information, support and resources about bowel cancer, including symptoms, risk factors, treatment, and living with and beyond the disease. We have publications, online forums and support groups, an Ask the Nurse service, and events across the UK. We also provide support for emotional wellbeing and coping with grief.

Support for following cancer types: Bowel

Breast Cancer Now

Charity

Breast Cancer Now is a research and support charity providing information, specialist nurses, and support services to those affected by breast cancer. The charity offers a helpline and various free services for those seeking support.

Support for following cancer types: Breast

Breast Friends and Family

Charity

Breast Friends and Family provides support for breast cancer patients during their diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. We offer items such as mastectomy bras, patient bags, and medical ID bands, and provide advice on hair loss and other side effects of treatment.

Support for following cancer types: Breast

Buckie & District Cancer Support Group

Service

The Buckie & District Cancer Support Group offers various cancer-related services, including transport, counseling, equipment loan, and health professional support, and meets monthly at Burnside Court.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Cahonas Scotland

Charity

Cahonas Scotland aims to raise awareness of testicular cancer, emphasizing education and self-checks. Regular checks are vital for early detection and effective treatment. The group promotes open discussion and offers information at events and educational institutions.

Support for following cancer types: Testicular

CALICO - Cancer and Leukaemia In Children Orientated (Grampian Area)

Charity

CALICO is a Grampian-based charity that supports families with children suffering from cancer or leukemia. We prioritise alleviating financial stress and provide equipment, toys, and craft supplies. We also fund The Rainbow Trail to represent each child's journey through cancer.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Calum's Cabin

Charity

Calums Cabin provides holiday homes for children with cancer and their families. The accommodation is located in beautiful settings on the Isle of Bute and Ayrshire, with flats in Glasgow for families during treatment. Weekly mindfulness sessions are also available.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Cancer Support Scotland

Charity

Cancer Support Scotland offers various wellbeing services to those affected by cancer, including counselling, mindfulness sessions, and stress management workshops. Our befriending service provides regular contact with volunteers to reduce feelings of social isolation and loneliness. All our services are free and available to anyone over the age of 18 affected by cancer in Scotland.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Cancer Support UK

Charity

Cancer Support UK supports cancer patients across the UK through Cancer Coach support groups and free Cancer Kits, Chemo Kits, Kids' Kits, and Comfort Kits. The Kits contain practical items to help with recovery and the support groups are run by trained facilitators who have experienced cancer themselves.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

CanDu (Dundee Cancer Support Network)

Charity

CANDU focuses on providing holistic and supportive services for cancer patients in Dundee, including those in isolated communities. They offer age-appropriate activities, support hub, drop-in sessions, transport cost assistance, complementary therapies, mindfulness programs, and confidential one-on-one sessions for emotional support.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Charlie Charlie One

Charity

We support British Armed Forces personnel and veterans with cancer and their families through peer support and signposting to other providers. Volunteers with similar experiences provide peer support.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer