Maggie's Centres

“It is fantastic news that the Princess of Wales has finished her chemotherapy and it will benefit so many people living with cancer to see her come through treatment and share this video.    “As the Princess said, the cancer journey is complex, and a lot of people can find it tough when they end their cancer treatment and return to work. Your family, friends and work colleagues might think you are back to normal - but the person who has just been through it all can still feel vulnerable and in need of a lot of support.    “Everyone has a different road to recovery from their treatment and we encourage people to take it one step at a time and do what feels right for them. Finishing treatment can be both emotionally and physically challenging and at Maggie’s we are here for anyone who needs help to cope with this.” - Laura Lee (DBE), Maggie's Chief Executive If you're finishing treatment and wondering what comes next, just come in to speak with our experts who can answer your questions. No appointment needed. www.maggies.org

We're excited to announce that we are Scotmid Co-operative's Charity Partner for 2024-2025!  Our partnership aims to raise awareness of our free expert support and fund 15,000 sessions of cancer support for people with cancer and their families across our centres in Scotland and Northern England.   Dame Laura Lee, our Chief Executive, says: “We are delighted to be partnering with Scotmid, an organisation renowned for its dedication to community causes. Together, we aim to shine a light on the profound impact cancer has on lives and to remind those living with a diagnosis that they are not alone. It is wonderful to think that Scotmid stores will now help ensure people with cancer, as well as family and friends, get the support they need at possibly the most difficult time of their lives."   To find out more about our partnership, visit: https://lnkd.in/dsKFQT_f

We’re absolutely delighted to have been chosen by Scotmid to be their new charity partner. Our partnership with Scotmid will help us to offer cancer support to thousands of people with cancer and their families across Scotland and Northern England.  

Being diagnosed with cancer can feel overwhelming and you may be getting a lot of new information at a time when you find it hard to concentrate. At our Getting Ready workshops we can help you better understand cancer and the treatments available, including potential side effects and how to look after yourself. It's also a chance to meet others who understand what you're going through. Just come in to your nearest centre to speak with one of our friendly cancer support specialists about the Getting Ready support they offer. Visit our website at www.maggies.org to find your nearest centre.

And they're off! We’d like to wish the team of cyclists from Howden Re the best of luck in their epic challenge! Together, over the course of 12 days, they will cycle from London to Monte Carlo! The team are well on their way to raising over £50,000 which will be split between Maggie’s, Mind and Felix Project.

What will you bring to your #KitchenTableDay at work? Bring together your colleagues for food, games and fun all in support of people living with cancer. Hold your Kitchen Table Day 20 September, or pick a date that works for you, by clicking the link below to register for a Kitchen Table Day pack:  https://lnkd.in/emkHSehX  

“The men’s group at Maggie’s is great because we all support each other. We talk about everything - from football to pork pies - it’s not all about cancer.” Thank you David for sharing your experience of living with breast cancer with Manchester Evening News. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/evwYwz6d

"A diagnosis of mouth cancer can be embarrassing because some people immediately think 'well, was he a drinker or a smoker?'" Jim, who was supported by Maggie's Lanarkshire shares his story with BBC News: https://lnkd.in/etuYSH9b

This week's #FridayFundraiser is celebrating an incredible group of thrillseekers who braved a 110ft abseil at Leasowe Lighthouse, raising just over £7,000! One member of the group, Poppy, shares her reason for taking part: ‘’I chose to do the abseil to raise money for Maggie’s as the support they have given my family, especially my sister after her diagnosis, was incredible. Maggie’s staff are absolutely amazing people, who care, nurture and are simply there for you.   "The abseil was surreal and one of the best experiences, it helped me push myself out of my comfort zone.‘’ Well done and thank you to Poppy, and all of our supporters and their friends and family, for taking on this challenge and raising such an incredible amount in support of people living with cancer and those who love them.

Hot flushes, bone pain and fatigue - these are just some of the difficult side effects that can come with a treatment-induced crash menopause. Listen to Lianne, Katherine, Lizzie and Cat as they share what it's like, as a younger woman, to experience a crash menopause after cancer treatment. If you're struggling with the crash menopause or recognise some of these symptoms, we can support you to make sense of what you're going through and explore ways to manage your symptoms. Just come in to your nearest centre to chat with our friendly experts about menopause support or visit our website to learn more about menopause and cancer: https://lnkd.in/eN9VwTqa