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Widowed and Young
Charity
Widowed and You (WAY) is the UK's only national charity for people aged 50 or under when their partner died. It offers peer-to-peer support from volunteers who have also experienced the loss, organizes social groups and events, and aims to provide emotional and practical support to all young widowed people.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Penile Cancer Support Group Scotland (Orchid)
Charity
Orchid aims to raise awareness of penile cancer in Scotland, where there are 83 cases per year in a population of 5.2 million, and to provide better support to those affected. They are working with medical experts and key Scottish organizations to organize support groups and training sessions for health professionals. Orchid is also contributing to patient treatment and support through patient advocate organizations with eUROGEN and the European Association of Urology. There is an online penile cancer peer support group in Scotland.
Support for following cancer types: Penile, Testicular, Prostate
Westerhaven
Service
Westerhaven offers a range of specialist support services for people in South West Edinburgh with cancer, as well as their family and friends. Services include counseling, yoga, healthy eating advice, and welfare benefits referrals. All services are free and available face-to-face, online, or by phone.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Skin Camouflage Clinics and Wellbeing Services
Charity
Changing Faces offers a range of wellbeing services to those affected by visible differences, including a Support and Information line, 1-1 Counselling, Peer Group Support, Children and Family workshops, and Skin Camouflage clinics. Skin Camouflage is an easy-to-apply cream and powder that can help scars and non-infectious skin conditions blend into the unaffected skin tone.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Paddlers for Life
Charity
The group was inspired by Paddlers for Life and has two Dragon Boats (in Edinburgh and Lochore Meadows) for non-competitive paddling on weekends to improve fitness and enjoy socializing. All are welcome.
Support for following cancer types: Breast
Pancreatic Cancer Action
Charity
Pancreatic Cancer Action provides information and support for those concerned about pancreatic cancer, from symptoms to diagnosis, treatment, clinical trials, coping, bereavement, and patient stories.
Support for following cancer types: Pancreatic
Pancreatic Cancer UK
Charity
Pancreatic Cancer UK provides free support and guidance to those affected by pancreatic cancer, including a specialist nurse-staffed support line and online support sessions on various topics.
Support for following cancer types: Pancreatic
Pinc & Steel Cancer Rehabilitation Foundation UK & Ireland
Charity
The PINC & STEEL Cancer Rehabilitation Foundation UK & Ireland is a registered charity aiming to make cancer rehabilitation services accessible to people affected by any type of cancer. Funds are raised by volunteers to support local people needing rehab services. It is run by volunteers and supported by certified physiotherapists throughout the UK and Ireland.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
City of Edinburgh Macmillan Welfare Rights Partnership
Service
Macmillan Welfare Rights Partnership in Edinburgh provides free and confidential specialist welfare rights services to cancer patients and their families, including advice on benefits, income maximisation, and advocacy. They offer home visits and can see clients in other locations as well. Contact them via phone or email for more information.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Macmillan Welfare Rights Service - Manchester
Service
The Macmillan Welfare Rights Service provides free advice, advocacy and information on welfare benefits and entitlements to cancer patients and their dependents/carers receiving treatment at three hospitals in Manchester. They also assist with form completion, representation at DWP appeal tribunals and accessing charitable support. Their advisers are based at the hospitals and they aim to ensure that people affected by cancer receive the necessary support.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Macmillan Fife Welfare Benefits Partnership
Service
The MacMillan Fife Welfare Benefits Adviser provides free and confidential advice to cancer patients and their families residing in Fife. Assistance is available through telephone, pre-arranged appointments, or home visits. The adviser can help with various issues, including benefits applications and challenges, health costs, charitable grants, and transport concessions.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Macmillan Welfare Rights - East Lothian
Service
The Macmillan Welfare Rights Service in East Lothian provides free and confidential advice, advocacy and information on welfare benefits and entitlements to cancer patients and their families. The service assists with issues such as benefits, income maximization, housing, and employment, and can also help with form completion, advocacy and representation at tribunals. The service is available to residents of East Lothian and can be reached via a voicemail or email.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Scottish Borders Macmillan Welfare Benefits Partnership
Service
The Scottish Borders Benefit Advice Service assists with social security benefits, tax credits, appeals, grants, council services, and transport concessions. It operates in the Scottish Borders.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Apply for a blue badge - Scottish Borders
Service
This service in the Scottish Borders provides information on how to apply for a Blue Badge for people with disabilities or mental disorders, and for organisations that care for disabled people. The service provides eligibility criteria, application methods, and costs.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Apply for a blue badge - Edinburgh Council
Service
This service in the Edinburgh provides information on how to apply for a Blue Badge for people with disabilities or mental disorders, and for organisations that care for disabled people. The service provides eligibility criteria, application methods, and costs.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Apply for a blue badge - Fife Council
Service
This service in the Fife provides information on how to apply for a Blue Badge for people with disabilities or mental disorders, and for organisations that care for disabled people. The service provides eligibility criteria, application methods, and costs.heme that enables people with significant mobility problems to park closer to their destination. The national scheme is open to eligible disabled people no matter whether they're a driver or a passenger. Blue Badges can be issued to adults, children or organisations providing care.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Prostate Cancer UK
Charity
Prostate Cancer UK provides support and information to the 400,000 men in the UK living with or after prostate cancer. They offer resources on various topics including hormone therapy, urinary and bowel problems, sex and relationships, and emotional support. There are specialist nurses available for phone and online chat consultations.
Support for following cancer types: Prostate
Prostate Buddies D & G
Charity
Prostate Buddies is a Dumfries-based support group for men with prostate disease or cancer, run by volunteers who have experienced it themselves. Meetings are free.
Support for following cancer types: Prostate
Rainbow Valley
Charity
Rainbow Valley offers a 2-day residential program, "7 Steps to Health Course," merging science and spirituality to empower cancer patients to manage all aspects of their life. The course covers sleep, exercise, cell impact, imagery, nutrition, attitude, and stress management. Accredited professionals provide individual support in a tranquil setting to enhance health, strength, and vitality.
Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation Ltd
Charity
The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation supports anyone affected by lung cancer in the UK. They offer help, support, and information, and aim to raise awareness and challenge misconceptions about the disease. Services include Ask the Nurse, support groups, information days, and more.
Support for following cancer types: Lung