Connect at events near you

We know that not everyone affected by cancer can access information online. That is why we are developing our community engagement activities so that we can reach you in your home town, near your treatment centre, at your community centre or during support groups. Our community team are currently working in Edinburgh, Lothians and in North and South Lanarkshire.

Our community team would be delighted to see you if you are interested in finding out more about cancer support and information.

Upcoming Events

Drylaw Neighbourhood Hub, Tea & Toast Social Cafe

Wednesday 20th May, 11am - 12pm

Meet our Community Engagement Officer, Heather on the 20th May at Drylaw Neighbourhood Hub. Learn about the support we can offer you, and enjoy a lovely chat, tea and toast.

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Health & Well-being Event, Lanarkshire

Thursday 25th June 1pm - 3:30pm

Kirkshaws Neighbourhood Centre, Community House, 25 Haddington Way, Coatbridge, Lanarkshire, ML5 5BF

Join us at our next health and wellbeing event in Lanarkshire. Discover valuable resources to support your holistic wellbeing and connect with a supportive community.

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Cancer Card staff at Community Care Conference, Glasgow September 2025

Our Community Support Officers are here to help you find services that can assist you. Whether you are adjusting to life post diagnosis, supporting a family member or adapting to life post treatment we are here to help.

If you live in Lanarkshire or Lothians our teams are out and about regularly at community and health venues to offer support and information. From January 2026 you will see our programme of community activity in our news pages.

If you are new to cancer and want to connect we can help you:

- Find information and support services tailored to your individual needs

- Provide digital support so that you can complete necessary online tasks to manage your health appointments and can connect with relevant support

- Access benefits from Social Security Scotland and finding advice on finance

- Discover suitable classes to keep active and develop fitness

- Joining a support group or finding 1-1 support services

If you are part of a community group and service and would like to arrange for us to come and share we would be delighted to hear from you.