Delamere Centre - Cancer Support

Advice and Information - 3 November 2022

When affected by cancer, having the right kind of support and information, at the right time, is essential. The Macmillan Delamere Support and Information Centre provides a confidential, drop-in service for anyone affected by cancer.
people sitting chatting outside at the Delamere Centre

This includes people who require information about cancer, have a cancer diagnosis, have survived cancer, are living with the consequences of a cancer diagnosis, are looking to reduce the risks of cancer, a carer, relative or friend of someone with cancer or are a healthcare professional.   

Listed below are services that the Delamere Centre provides to those that has been touched by cancer.

Complementary Therapies & Beauty, The Delamere Centre
Complementary therapies are available in the centre to help patients and families cope with some of the stresses caused by a cancer diagnosis.  They are provided free of charge to cancer patients and their immediate family members.  Cancer patients who have recently entered remission can also access treatments.  Therapists are qualified to work in oncology and can offer daily holistic therapies including aromatherapy, massage, reflexology and reiki.  In addition, some beauty treatments including facials, manicures and pedicures are available to patients.

Counselling Service, The Delamere Centre
The Delamere Centre also provides a free of charge counselling service.  A cancer diagnosis can be a challenging time for both patients and their families and can result in additional stress, tension and anxiety.  Talking issues through with a trained counsellor can help support patients and their families throughout diagnosis, surgery or treatment.  We can offer person-centred counselling or cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).   Appointments are available throughout the week including evenings.  

Goddess Class, The Delamere Centre
The Goddess class provides support and advice to improve self-esteem and confidence with the focus on the visible side effects of cancer treatment such as hair loss, eyebrows and eye lashes, damage to nails and help with skincare as well as providing practical make-up sessions.  Classes are run the first Tuesday of every month within the Delamere Centre.  

Meditation Sessions, The Delamere Centre
Meditation sessions are a calm space where you can put day-to-day things to one side and enjoy some peace of mind. It is a little bit of ‘me time’ in a busy world. You will be taken through some gentle breathing and relaxation exercises to help release tension. This is followed by a guided meditation which gives you the chance to be in a more peaceful and relaxed state of mind. By the end of the session, you should feel much calmer and less stressed.  Sessions are run every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 1.30pm to 3pm. 

For further information on any of the above services email: whh.macmillandelamerecancercentre@nhs.net or call 01928 753502.

Financial Support Service, The Delamere Centre
The Centre offers financial guidance and support to help with personal finance questions.  Should you require support or information contact:

Halton : linda.hodgson@halton.gov.uk or call 0151 511 8214.

Warrington : macmillan@warrington.cabnet.org.uk or call 01925 246970.

 

You can find the Macmillan Cancer Information & Support Centre (MCISS) at The Delamere Centre, Halton Hospital, Hospital Way, Runcorn, WA7 2DA. You can drop in to the centre which is located next to the main entrance at Halton Hospital.

Opening hours are 10am to 4pm Monday – Friday (except Bank Holidays - with 24-hour answer service). 

Macmillan Delamere Support and Information Centre :: Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Trust (whh.nhs.uk) 

You might also be interested in

What are the signs and symptoms of breast cancer? NHS logo. A change in the size or shape of one or both breasts discharge from either of your nipples, which may be streaked with blood a lump or swelling in either of your armpits dimpling on the skin of your breasts. A rash on or around your nipple, could be red, crusty or eczema like.. A change in the appearance of your nipple, such as becoming sunken into your breast. Breast pain is not usually a symptom of breast cancer. See a GP if you notice any change

Breast Cancer Awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This year Breast Cancer UK are talking about the causes of breast cancer and how we can act to prevent it.
Sadly not all breast cancer cases are preventable. But studies show that at least 30% of breast cancer cases are preventable. By making changes to your lifestyle you can reduce your risk of getting breast cancer.
News
A cough that lasts three weeks or more could be a warning sign. Just contact your GP practice. NHS logo. Be clear on cancer. Help us help you. A man coughs into a tissue, in his kitchen.

Be clear on lung cancer

The North West has one of the highest numbers of registered lung cancer cases in England*.
Advice and Information
September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month.

Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month

As September draws to a close it is very important to remember the signs and symptoms of gynaecological cancer. There are five gynaecological cancers: womb, ovarian, cervical, vulval and vaginal. Each year in the UK, over 22,000 women are diagnosed with a gynaecological cancer. Sadly 21 women die each day from their gynaecological cancer.
News