Macmillan Cancer Support

Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey - Edinburgh and Lothians

The ICJ service is a partnership between NHS Lothian and Macmillan Cancer Support and is for anyone affected by cancer at any point on their cancer journey. We also support carers and family members. Anyone affected by cancer can contact us directly themselves or they can be referred by a professional

The Improving the Cancer Journey (ICJ) offers a bridge from the hospital to the community.  It recognises the reality that even in treatment, people mainly deal with the impact of cancer at home, at work, with loved ones and as part of their day to day lives; not in the hospital.  The service complements clinical care & offers people time & space to think about 'what matters', help them access local supports & services, navigate health & council systems and be a listening ear/point of contact.

We’re Here to Help

Being diagnosed with cancer can be overwhelming and many people don’t know where to turn. Here are some of the things we can offer support with:

  • Money or housing worries
  • Work
  • Caring responsibilities
  •  Physical concerns
  •  Emotional Concerns
  •  Lots more!

What people say about the service:

“For people who have just been diagnosed with cancer, the service is invaluable”

"This has made a huge difference to my quality of life and I no longer feel a burden .  I don’t know where/who I would have turned to without ICJ"

"I am so glad ICJ came into my life at the point where I didn't know what I needed and can’t thank you enough.  I found it easy to talk and felt listened to.  I tell everyone about a little angel I met.”

How to get connected with Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey - Edinburgh and Lothians

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Phone Number:

0131 537 1500

Email Address

loth.icj@nhs.scot

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