Information and support for people with cancer
Cancer Research UK
Helpline: 0808 800 4040 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)
Information for anyone affected by cancer.
Elizabeth Coteman Fund
Tel: 01223 782171
Founded in memory of Elizabeth Coteman, an outstanding wife and mother, who died from pancreatic cancer in 2010, to provide support and friendship to those experiencing pancreatic cancer, and to promote and support the importance of research. Provide grants for expenses to take part in a clinical trial, and grants for people with pancreatic cancer who are struggling financially, for equipment, and for respite.
Healthtalk.org
Personal experiences presented in written, audio and video formats, including people talking about pancreatic cancer.
Hospice UK
Tel: 020 7520 8200
Information about hospices, and a database of hospices in the UK.
Macmillan Cancer Support
Support Line: 0808 808 00 00 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm)
Provides practical, medical and financial support for anyone affected by cancer, including family members.
Maggie’s Centres
Tel: 0300 123 1801
Centres around the UK and online offer free practical, emotional and social support for anyone affected by cancer.
Marie Curie
Support line: 0800 090 2309 (Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 11am-5pm)
Provides care and support to people with a terminal illness and their families, including nurses and hospices.
My pancreas app
This app is free to download on iPhones and iPads for patients who might be having tests or treatment for pancreatic cancer, and their carers. It explains what pancreatic cancer is, and the tests treatments you may have, as well as how to manage diet problems.
NICan (Northern Ireland Cancer Network) Survivorship website
Information about services in Northern Ireland to support people with cancer and their families.
Something to look forward to
Charity supporting people with cancer and their families by providing access to a variety gifts. Find anything from tickets to events and attractions, restaurant meals, hotel stays, beauty treatments and more. They have gifts available specifically for people with pancreatic cancer.