Family Support
Suffering from cancer is a stressful and difficult journey. Watching a loved one going through it is emotionally and mentally challenging, which can often be overlooked. The Macmillan Family Support Team (based at the Macmillan Unit) offer comfort and support to the Families of our Patients.
At a very difficult time, it can be hard to focus on leading a normal life, when all around seems to be falling apart. The Family Support Team provide valuable advice and will talk through any problems or issues whenever needed.
The care is available from the time that a Patient is referred to the Macmillan Unit, through to bereavement and at any time in the future that there is a need. The Team provides emotional and mental support, and offers advice on any financial support that may be available. This care is offered to all members of the Family including children.