We make every effort to ensure that the information we provide is accurate and up-to-date but it should not be relied upon as a substitute for specialist professional advice tailored to your situation. So far as is permitted by law, Macmillan does not accept liability in relation to the use of any information contained in this publication or third party information or websites included or referred to in it.
Macmillan nurses are specialist nurses that work in different areas of cancer care and treatment. They work in hospitals, hospices and in the community. Macmillan nurses can help with information about your cancer diagnosis, treatment, and help manage side effects. They offer emotional and practical support.
Grant? Macmillan Grants are usually one-off payments to help people with the extra costs that cancer can cause. People with cancer must apply for this grant through a health or social care professional. If you are living with or affected by cancer, please visit our Macmillan Grants page.
call the Macmillan Support Line on 0808 808 00 00 (open 7 days a week, 8am to 8pm. Opening times may vary for different specialist teams). chat online to us.
We provide services for people living with cancer at every stage of their cancer experience. We are here to provide emotional, practical, physical, and financial support. We raise money.
The referral can be from your cancer doctor or specialist nurse, GP or district nurse. They will talk to you first and will only refer you if you agree. If you would like to be referred but no-one has talked to you about it, talk to your cancer team or GP.
We know that great care starts with you. As a Macmillan Professional, we'll provide you with learning courses and grants, clinical updates and networking events to support you in your role.
Macmillan Grants are small, one-off payments to help people with the extra costs that cancer can cause. They are for people who have a low level of income and savings. If you need things like extra clothing, help paying heating bills or even a relaxing UK break, you may be able to get a Macmillan Grant.
Macmillan information and support centres support people affected by cancer. They are free to use and we have centres across the UK. Macmillan nurses are specialist cancer nurses who can help you to understand your cancer diagnosis and treatment options, and support you though your cancer experience.
After the initial funding period, our partner organisations - such as the NHS - continue to fund Macmillan professionals. [cost] could pay for a Macmillan nurse for [time], helping people living with cancer and their families receive essential medical, practical and emotional support.
If you are affected by cancer – as a patient, carer, or family member – you can self-refer for Macmillan services by phone or email directly. Call 020 8440 4227 or email infomacmillan@barnetcab.org.uk.
Marie Curie delivers services which provide care and support to people living with any terminal illness (including terminal cancer) and their families. Our nursing and hospice services are commissioned through the NHS. Macmillan provides support to people throughout cancer treatment and beyond.
If your GP sends you for an urgent referral for suspected cancer, you should be seen by a specialist within a maximum of 2 weeks of the referral date. If you are referred to a specialist, you should not have to wait longer than 62 days from the referral before starting treatment.
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