Support Directory

Grampian Child Bereavement Network

Service

Grampian Child Bereavement Network provides support to bereaved children and young people across Grampian. We believe that if children and young people are provided with appropriate support, information and guidance then they will manage their grief.

• All types of cancer

Greig Steven Memorial

Charity

Providing a tranquil stay at Greig’s House for people living with cancer in Scotland. Those affected by cancer can apply for a complimentary 3-night break.

• All types of cancer

Headway

Charity

An acquired brain injury (ABI) is an injury caused to the brain since birth. There are many possible causes, including a fall, a road accident, tumour and stroke.

• Brain

Hebridean Men's Cancer Support Group

Charity

The Hebridean Men's Cancer Support Group supports men affected by cancer, their family and friends in the Outer Hebrides. Meetings are held every Friday from 2pm to 4pm at the Bayhead Retirement Centre, Stornoway.

• All types of cancer

Helensburgh & Lomond Carers

Charity

To make a positive difference to the lives of adult and young carers of Helensburgh and Lomond

• All types of cancer

Highland Breast Care Association

Charity

The group partners with Raigmore Hospital to provide support and advice to those affected by breast cancer. We hold meetings and an exercise class for those with or at risk from lymphoedema.

• Breast

Highland Hospice

Charity

Highland Hospice offers care, support and advice to improve the experience of living with and dying from a terminal illness and coping with bereavement in the Highlands.

• All types of cancer

Highland Macmillan CAB Partnership

Service

Advice, assistance and representation for anyone affected by cancer on many issues including benefits, employment, housing, debt, holiday insurance, Power of Attorney and community care issues.

• All types of cancer

Hope House Ireland

Charity

Hope House Ireland provides free accommodation to cancer patients and their carers at any time during or on completion of their treatment, for a short time of quiet rest and recuperation.

• All types of cancer

Huntly Area Cancer Support

Charity

Huntly Area Cancer Support provides practical and emotional support to those affected by cancer. The group is made up of individuals with personal experience and offers monthly meetings for mutual support and positivity.

• All types of cancer

Ileostomy & Internal Pouch Association - Support Group West & Central Scotland

Charity

Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Association, known as IA, is a registered charity supporting people living with an ileostomy or internal pouch, their families, friends and carers.

• Bowel

Infinity Skin Clinic Edinburgh

Service

3D Areolar Reconstruction and Scar Restoration Therapy - Dr Claire Narrie, Fully qualified, insured and HIS approved. Advanced Aesthetic and Skin Treatments.

• All types of cancer

It's Good 2 Give!

Charity

It's Good 2 Give supports young cancer patients and their families in Scotland by providing physical and mental health assistance and a purpose-built retreat on the shores of Loch Venachar.

• All types of cancer

Kidney Cancer UK

Charity

We have a free telephone Counselling service and a freephone Support Line, there to support patients across Scotland free on 0800 002 9002. Please feel free to call us, we are here for you.

• Kidney

Kilbryde Hospice

Charity

Kilbryde Hospice is a voluntary independent hospice which exists to provide compassionate, specialist palliative care to people with life limiting progressive illnesses and to their relatives and carers.

• All types of cancer

Lanarkshire Carers

Charity

Lanarkshire Carers is a source for carers across Lanarkshire to access information, advice and a range of direct support services to support them in their caring roles.

• All types of cancer

Lanarkshire Speak Easy Group

Charity

Lanarkshire Speak Easy Cancer Support Group provides support to people with oral, facial, head or neck cancer and their families. They aim to offer hope, information, raise awareness, organise social outings and improve quality of life. We also answer questions and provide self-management resources. We have outreach services at Cumbernauld Health Centre and Monkland Hospital Head & Neck Clinic, and hold monthly meetings in Pather Community Centre.

• Head & neck
• Oesophageal
• Tongue
• Thyroid
• Oral and oropharyngeal
• Larynx

Let's Talk About Mouth Cancer

Charity

The Mouth Cancer Awareness Campaign aims to improve the prognosis of patients with mouth cancer through early detection. They raise awareness of the signs, symptoms, and risk factors, promote self-examination, and provide training events for healthcare professionals. We also counsel on responsible drinking, smoking cessation, and a healthy lifestyle.

• Tongue
• Oral and oropharyngeal

Leukaemia Care

Charity

After a blood cancer diagnosis, we know how important information is to help you understand what you are about to go through. Whether you are a patient or a carer, we are dedicated to ensuring that anyone affected by blood cancer receives the right information, advice and support.

• Myeloma
• Hodgkin lymphoma
• Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
• Blood
• Lymphoma
• Leukaemia
• Melanoma

Life After Cancer

Service

Life after Cancer provides support groups, coaching, and one-to-one assistance for people who have finished cancer treatment, helping them build a positive life.