Information for families
We have more information for families in our booklet, Caring for someone with pancreatic cancer: Information for families and carers.
5. Information and support for families
We explain the support your family should get while you are being diagnosed and treated for pancreatic cancer.
Read our guide to the care you should expect and receive
- The care you should expect and receive: Patient charter
- 1. What to expect from your pancreatic cancer care: Assessment and treatment by a specialist team
- 2. What to expect from your pancreatic cancer care: A clear explanation of your diagnosis and treatment options
- 3. What to expect from your pancreatic cancer care: Timely treatment and proper management of symptoms and side effects
- 4. What to expect from your pancreatic cancer care: Compassion, dignity and respect, as well as practical and emotional support
- 5. What to expect from your pancreatic cancer care: Information and support for your family
- 6. What to expect from your pancreatic cancer care: Access to well-coordinated end of life care
Support for family members
If you wish, your family should be given information about your pancreatic cancer, treatment options and side effects, and they can be involved in discussions about your treatment and care. Your family should only be involved in discussions about your care if you want them to be.
Your family should be given access to emotional and practical support. This should include counselling and information about support organisations, such as Carers UK and Carers Trust. Your family may also be eligible for financial support, if caring responsibilities mean they are unable to work or can only work part-time.
Download or order our booklet
Speak to our nurses
Your family can also speak to our specialist nurses on our free Support Line with any questions about your cancer, and to get support for themselves.
Updated August 2020
Review Date March 2024