Support Directory

Move More Renfrewshire

Service

Move More Renfrewshire offers a range of opportunities and support for anyone affected by cancer to become more active.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

MPN Voice

Charity

Information, community and advocacy for MPN patients, their families and carers, and health care professionals.

Support for following cancer types: Blood

Mummy's Star

Charity

Mummy's Star is a UK and Ireland-based charity that provides cancer support to women and their families diagnosed during pregnancy or within 12 months of giving birth. They offer comprehensive information, links, and FAQs to ensure that those in need have access to the necessary services and support.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Myeloma UK

Charity

Myeloma UK provides comprehensive support and information for individuals and their families affected by myeloma, including living with the condition, helpline assistance, support groups, and peer services.

Support for following cancer types: Myeloma, Blood

NALC (The National Association of Laryngectomee Clubs)

Charity

Offering services and support to laryngectomees and their families and friends.

Support for following cancer types: Head & neck

Nancy's Natters

Service

Nancy’s Natters is a free monthly massage service based in the Scottish Highlands. It was set up to provide anyone who has experienced breast cancer with access to a relaxing massage and a cup of tea to assist with their recovery.

Support for following cancer types: Breast

National Friends and Family Neuroendocrine Cancer Natter Support Group

Service

Neuroendocrine Cancer UK is a UK wide charity solely dedicated to providing support and information to those affected by Neuroendocrine Cancer.

Support for following cancer types: Neuroendocrine

NHS Lothian Bereavement Service

Service

The Bereavement Service supports patients, relatives and staff during bereavement by providing a single point of contact and liaison for death and bereavement-related issues.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

NHS Lothian Bereavement Service

Service

Practical advice and information on what to do after a death, as well as help finding bereavement support.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Nipple Innovation Project

Charity

The UK’s first mastectomy tattoo charity, empowering breast cancer survivors and previvors to reclaim their bodies by funding hyper-realistic nipple tattoos. Free of charge by experienced medical tattoo artists across the UK.

Support for following cancer types: Breast

Nordoff and Robbins

Charity

We use music to enrich people’s lives.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

North Argyll Carers Centre

Charity

Do you help to look after someone who could not manage without your help? Maybe an elderly parent, or a partner or child with disabilities or an addiction. There are lots of people just like you in Oban, Lorn and The Isles, who look after someone who could not manage on their own.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

North Ayrshire Cancer Care

Charity

North Ayrshire Cancer Care is a voluntary organisation providing cancer patients and their families with transport to and from hospitals and various support groups for their well-being. Their services are available 24/7 and free of charge, funded by the North Ayrshire community.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

North Highland Cancer Information and Support Centre

Charity

The North Highland Cancer Information & Support Centre in Thurso provides emotional support, information on treatments and services, and an extensive library on all types of cancer. Volunteers with personal experience of cancer offer confidential support, and a therapy room offers relaxation treatments.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Oban Hospice Limited

Charity

The Dove Centre in Oban provides drop-in support for people with cancer and life-limiting illnesses, including therapies, group sessions, and one-to-one support for patients, families, and caregivers. They offer practical and emotional support, access to community services and advocacy, alternative therapies, and family support. Additionally, they provide life coaching, well-being coaching, benefits advice, and specialist massage for people with cancer.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

Octopus Energy

Service

Octo Assist offers bill grants and support schemes for those struggling with energy bills. They provide free electric blankets to those in need.

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer

OGCancerNI

Charity

OGCancerNI was set up specifically to benefit patients and families affected by Oesophago-gastric cancer.

Support for following cancer types: Oesophageal, Stomach, Gastric

Oracle Cancer Trust

Charity

UK’s leading Head and Neck cancers charity dedicated to raising awareness and discovering newer and kinder treatments.

Support for following cancer types: Head & neck

Orchid fighting male cancer

Charity

Orchid supports healthcare professionals to improve care and services through training, expert advice, information, networking, awareness campaigns, and downloadable resources. They also offer useful links for prostate, testicular, and penile cancer.

Support for following cancer types: Penile, Testicular, Prostate

Orkney Patient Escort Service

Service

Support for following cancer types: All types of cancer