Organisations, support groups and books to help you navigate a brain tumour diagnosis, its treatment and the impact on life.
We can signpost to many other organisations who can support you. Below are some key organisations. For a full, comprehensive list, please get in touch.
Offers a support line from 8 am-8 pm Monday to Sunday, as well as a range of groups and complementary therapies across the UK.
https://www.macmillan.org.uk/
Provides support and information in centres across the UK
https://www.maggies.org/
Supports children and young people who have been diagnosed with a brain tumour, as well as their families.
https://cbtf.org/
Offers support to those who are struggling to cope or those who are worried about someone else.
https://www.samaritans.org/
Helps those struggling with grief
Supports with financial concerns
https://www.turn2us.org.uk/
Helps with a range of issues by giving independent advice.
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/
Offer support to those who are in a caring role.
https://www.carersuk.org/
Support and enable those who are over 50.
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/
Provide advice and support for end-of-life care.
https://www.hospiceuk.org/
Cares for and supports people aged 13-24 with cancer
https://www.teenagecancertrust.org/
Supports children and family members affected by cancer
Offers well-being sessions and therapies to support anyone diagnosed with cancer.
Provides support and self-help for people with visible differences
https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/
Meeting Karen gave me the hope and confidence to face radical brain surgery,” said Lucy. “And it is very comforting to know that the Brain Tumour Support Group is there for long-term support. They are like another family.”
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