Therapies
We offer a range of psychological, complementary and creative therapies, as well as social group activities.
You can find out more about our therapies, and ask for a referral, either from a health professional working with you (for instance your GP, Nurse, or consultant), or by contacting us directly.
A Video Introduction
Who we are, why the CancerCare charity was formed and what we can offer..(20min)
Rapport Magazine
..includes news and stories from people
involved with cancer, plus articles on
prevention,
care and treatment. This magazine, published
three times a year, is produced jointly with St
John’s Hospice
The second annual StarWalk took place on Saturday 10th May at Midnight and 1,000 ladies walked 15km (9.3 miles) to raise funds for CancerCare, your local cancer support service. This event is just one of many events to highlight CancerCare's Silver Jubilee Appeal.
See the fun at www.starwalk.org.uk
What We Offer
Facing cancer, whether as patient, carer or member of the family, is almost always a life-changing experience. CancerCare aims to work with people as they come to terms with and manage these changes, in particular by providing relevant information and emotional, social and psychological support
Each year CancerCare supports over 1500 people - patients, families and carers - at its two main centres at Slynedales, Lancaster and the Lakes Centre, Kendal.
In addition, we support numerous people at our Friendship Groups around the area, with information and advice and with other practical services.
CancerCare Lottery
The CancerCare Lottery is one of our most important regular sources of income. It has been created to help us raise much-needed funds to pay for support of local people coping with cancer.
You can help CancerCare to help people facing cancer in North Lancashire and South Lakeland by becoming a Lottery Member and paying just £1 per entry, per week. Drawn every Friday. Each week you could win our first prize of £500! find out how...
About Us
CancerCare is a local charity dedicated to the support of cancer patients, their families, their carers, and those bereaved by cancer. read more...
Cross Bay - Half Marathon
including Cross Bay - Walk (approx 8 miles)
Why not experience this unique Half Marathon. The race crosses Morecambe Bay from Flookburgh in Cumbria to Hest Bank, Lancashire taking in the breathtaking scenery of Morecambe Bay and the South Lakes. Run mainly on sands this unique race crosses the River Kent and yes you will get wet, very wet! This flat but challenging run gives you something very different from your usual Half Marathon! Age Limit 17 years.
Starts 12.45pm Sunday 10th August 2008. Reserve your place now!
Volunteers
CancerCare’s team of committed and dedicated volunteers are integral to the success of the organisation.
They are involved throughout CancerCare and offer their time as drivers, receptionists, gardeners, DIY specialists, charity shop workers, events organisers and activists, collectors and in various specialist areas, including our Board of Trustees.
Queen's Award Winners
CancerCare
was one of the first ever organisations to receive
the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service in
2003.
Applications from anyone wishing to offer their services, on a regular or occasional basis, are always welcome.