CUH Cancer Support Service

17/04/2026

The Information Pod will be back open on Monday. We will be able to assist you face to face, on the telephone and online via Attend Anywhere. If you need support the Macmillan Cancer Support patient line is open 8am – 8pm 365 days a year Tel: 0808 808 0000

17/04/2026

Did you know that our website has an accessibility tool which can be accessed by clicking the accessibility tools link at the top of the home screen.

Functions available include:

enlarge font

screen ruler or mask

change colour of text

page read out for user

change of language

Access the hospital website here https://www.cuh.nhs.uk/

This can be used on our Cancer Services webpages here https://www.cuh.nhs.uk/our-services/cancer-services/

You can also use the toolbar to help with the blue patient pack, here is the link for this page https://www.cuh.nhs.uk/our-services/cancer-services/cancer-patient-information-and-support/cancer-patient-information-pack/

17/04/2026

Sharing for a patient visiting the pod today 🔗

Can you claim free NHS prescriptions and free or reduced NHS dental treatment?

Use the online eligibility checker to find out:
➡️ https://services.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check-for-help-paying-nhs-costs/start

17/04/2026

With the cooling weather, patients may need support to help with their energy bills, need to look at their home and the way it is heated or insulated, or a space to feel comfortable and to have access to community support in their local area.

Most local councils have information on grants, benefits that are available and warm hubs or community spaces. Here is some information you may find helpful:

Cambridgeshire areas https://www.pect.org.uk/energy-advice/ and https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/warm-and-welcoming-spaces and https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/cost-of-living-help

Suffolk areas here https://www.westsuffolk.gov.uk/energy-efficiency-funding and https://www.eastsuffolk.gov.uk/community/squeeze/i-need-help/fuel-and-energy/warm-welcomes/and https://sustainablesuffolk.org.uk/how-to-take-action/at-home/grants-and-support-for-suffolk-residents/

Norfolk areas here https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/article/39452/Help-with-living-costs and https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/article/40150/Libraries-offer-welcoming-spaces

Essex areas here https://essexwellbeingservice.co.uk/news/warm-spaces/ and https://www.essex.gov.uk/help-cost-living

Age UK info here https://www.ageuk.org.uk/ https://www.ageuk.org.uk/get-involved/spread-the-warmth/

Rural Coffee Van here https://ruralcoffeecaravan.org.uk/map/

17/04/2026

Sometimes you need to talk to someone who understands what you are experiencing, wherever you might be. Cancer Research UK offer a friendly community on Cancer Chat. Join to be able to reply to others, create a post or ask a nurse a question. The forum is safe and supportive with community guidelines and a team of moderators on duty 365 days a year.

Please take a look at the following YouTube clip and website link:

https://youtu.be/kYTIv_-K5Dc

https://cancerchat.cancerresearchuk.org/

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16/04/2026

If your mobility may cause issues or the weather might put you off an important visit to Maggie's Cambridge , please speak to the advisor in the Information Pod or the main Oncology reception team. Either team can organise for the courtesy bus to collect you and drop you off there safely so you can meet the team.

16/04/2026

Lymphoedema support group - New online session 🍃

The group is ideal for people experiencing early signs of lymphoedema, those at higher risk, or anyone wishing to better understand how to support their lymphatic health through movement, education and lifestyle approaches.

Each session includes:
💬 Short educational talk
❔️ Expert Q&A
🏃 Movement demonstrations
📣 Supportive group discussion

With Specialist Cancer Physiotherapist Olivia Core.

Book now 👉️ https://pennybrohn.org.uk/event/lymphoedema-support-group/

First session:
📅 Wednesday 22 April
🕙️ 10:30am - 11:30am

16/04/2026

Macmillan Cancer Support and Self Help UK provides a service to support Deaf people with Cancer which provides one-on-one emotional and practical support, virtually, in British Sign Language. It also assists with accessing peer support groups and providing advocacy support. Deaf people who are caring for a hearing person can access this support too. Self Help UK Macmillan Cancer Support Deaf Cancer Support UK

Please visit https://www.selfhelp.org.uk/project/deaf-cancer-support/ for further information

16/04/2026

We would be grateful for your feedback – It helps us shape and improve our service.

Please cut and paste the following into your browser to pass on your views/ compliments

https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/addenbrookes/navigator-service-have-your-say-to-improve-your-experience

Thank you!

16/04/2026

16/04/2026

Your Wellbeing Begins With a Reset 🌿

Looking for simple ways to improve your wellbeing and feel more balanced? Join one of our Wellbeing Reset Drop-ins running across Cambridgeshire.

Our friendly wellbeing coaches and volunteers will be there to support you with practical tips and conversations around:
✨ The 5 Ways to Wellbeing
✨ Self-care and building healthy habits
✨ Healthy eating & exercise
✨ Stress management
✨ And other ways to support your wellbeing

These relaxed drop-in sessions are a great opportunity to take a positive step towards a happier and healthier future.

📍 Where & When
• Huntingdon Library - 10:00-11:30
• Ramsey Library - Fortnightly, 12:00-1:30
• St Ives Library - Fortnightly, 12:00-1:30

💚 Find out more about our wellbeing support services:
https://zurl.co/EI2X8

📩 For more information: wellbeing@care-network.org.uk
📞 03300 945750

Come along, have a chat, and reset your wellbeing.