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About Brain Tumour Support

A brain tumour diagnosis doesn’t just change one life — it changes everyone around it. We know that. And we know that the right support, at the right time, can make all the difference.

Brain Tumour Support has been walking alongside patients, families, carers and loved ones since 2003. Not for a fixed number of sessions. Not until a funding window closes. For as long as you need us.

Imagine if…it were you. Appropriate support is crucial and cannot wait.

Supporting you for as long as you need

We’re here for everyone affected by a brain tumour — patients, family members, carers and those who’ve been bereaved. Whatever type of tumour, whatever stage of the journey, there’s no time limit on our support.

Our specialist services include one-to-one and group support, telephone and online support, and specialist counselling. We work with people and organisations across the UK, and our individualised approach to support is designed to provide friendly, accessible and tailored help to anyone who needs it.

We’re more determined than ever that no one should face a brain tumour diagnosis feeling alone.

How we can help

Whether you're newly diagnosed, mid-treatment, or supporting someone you love, we have services designed around you.

  • One-to-one and group support
  • Online and telephone support
  • Specialist counselling
  • Welfare and benefits guidance
Find the right support for you
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Get to know us

From our story and values to the team behind our support services — find out more about who we are and how we work.

Our story

Brain Tumour Support began with one family’s experience of a brain tumour diagnosis. Find out how that became a nationally recognised support service.

How we began

Our vision and values

Everything we do is shaped by a clear vision — that no one should face a brain tumour feeling alone. Read about the values that guide our work.

What drives us

Our team

We’re a small, dedicated team of support professionals, counsellors and staff who are committed to being there for you. Come and meet us.

Meet the people behind our support

Annual Report

Transparency matters to us. Our Annual Report sets out what we’ve achieved, who we’ve supported, and how we’ve used the funds entrusted to us.

See what we achieved

Hear from the people we support

Read real experiences from patients, families and carers who’ve been part of our community. Their words say more than ours ever could.

Hear their stories

Our publications

Practical, accessible information for anyone affected by a brain tumour diagnosis — written with care and reviewed by professionals.

Download free resources

Talk to our support team

If you’re unsure where to begin, our Support Team is here to listen and help you explore the support available for you or someone close to you.

01454 422 701 (Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm)

Email our support team

Our services are free and confidential. If you’d prefer, you can complete our request support form at any time and a member of the team will be in touch.

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The difference we made last year

96%

of our online community say they feel less alone

5,900

people supported across the UK

903

people received regular one-to-one support

700

specialist counselling sessions delivered

£382,246

unlocked in welfare and benefits for those we support

4,925

people in our online support community

Real experiences, real support

Jane, Simon and Alice’s story

Support for the whole family after a brain tumour diagnosis When Jane was diagnosed with a brain tumour in March 2025, her world changed in an instant. She had felt well, apar(...)

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Elaine’s story

After being diagnosed with a high grade brain tumour, Elaine faced treatment, family worries and major life changes. With support from Brain Tumour Support, she found space to(...)

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Robert’s story

Robert’s story: finding hope again on the waves From childhood, Robert’s passion was surfing. As a competitive rower too, he had always been fit, active and happiest when (...)

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What's happening at Brain Tumour Support

29 July 2026 29 July 2026

Joint charity letter to Secretary of State for Health and Soci(...)

Brain tumour charities call for progress on research, treatment and support This month, we joined five other key organisations dedicated to helping the brain tumour community (...)

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16 July 2026 16 July 2026

Gleeds Energy steps up for support

The South West team at Gleeds Energy Limited have found an inventive way to support Brain Tumour Support while encouraging colleagues to get active and boost their wellbeing. (...)

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16 July 2026 16 July 2026

bClear Communications’ grant helps fund support

We recently received a grant from bClear Communications to help fund one of our Men’s Support Groups. This online group, run by a male Support Professional, gives patien(...)

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