Cancer Support Network
Support for local people who have been affected by cancer. Make a ReferralUpcoming EventsCancer Support Network
Support for local people who have been affected by cancer. Make a ReferralUpcoming EventsCancer Support Network
Support for local people who have been affected by cancer. Make a ReferralUpcoming EventsWhat is this scheme & how does it work?
The aim of the Berkshire Cancer Support Network and Cancer Champions project is to support people with cancer at any point along their journey. It also aims to support the wider family network. The scheme is for anyone with cancer, or those supporting them, located in or around the Bracknell Forest and Wokingham Boroughs.
The project aims to bring together relevant information and resources as well as offer emotional support through online forums, social activities, and volunteer befriending. All of these methods bring together people in our local community who have been affected by cancer and gives them the opportunity to meet each other, make friends and share experiences.
What is this scheme & how does it work?
The aim of the Berkshire Cancer Support Network and Cancer Champions project is to support people with cancer at any point along their journey. It also aims to support the wider family network. The scheme is for anyone with cancer, or those supporting them, located in or around the Bracknell Forest and Wokingham Boroughs.
The project aims to bring together relevant information and resources as well as offer emotional support through online forums, social activities, and volunteer befriending. All of these methods bring together people in our local community who have been affected by cancer and gives them the opportunity to meet each other, make friends and share experiences.
Upcoming Events, Activities & Meet-Ups
We have regular meet-ups for our group members, both in-person and online. To check out our upcoming events and the sort of activities we run, please visit our Eventbrite page.
Anyone who signs up to join the scheme can come to these sessions, especially if you would like to come for a casual taster to meet everyone first. We are a friendly bunch who aims to support each other through our cancer journeys and anyone who has been affected by cancer is welcome to attend! We aim to provide a support network that is community based, but you can also find support, information, news and resources through our social media…
Information, Resources, Alerts, Forums & Advice
Have you got something you’re worried about but don’t know who to ask? As long as it’s not a specific medical question we aim to support you by signposting you to relevant services, help, support and information within, often from the voluntary and community sector, which may be able to help you or those around you with any relevant queries.
Alternatively, we have private forums which are also available to our members, via our WhatsApp or Facebook chat groups, creating a safe space for those looking for virtual support and advice outside normal working hours. Once you submit a referral, you can request to join these groups. We also send out monthly newsletter updates which you can subscribe to.
Cancer Champions:
Peer Support Volunteers
They will be able to lend a listening ear as well as help with some basic tasks such as shopping, light gardening, driving to appointments or anything that is needed for a short time. These befrienders will commit to supporting you for a few hours a week over an agreed time period.
Learn more about volunteering as a Cancer Champion or discover other ways you can help support the scheme by visiting our dedicated volunteering listing.
How Has The Cancer Support Network Helped Local People?
“I’d like to thank you for allowing me to join Cancer Support Network, for all your help and everything you do. It’s been a real pleasure to have been a part of such wonderful and supportive group.”
“I will be forever grateful for my Cancer Champion’s time, guidance and kindness. Thanks to them, navigating my cancer journey felt less lonely and daunting.“
Can You Help Us With Our Fundraising Efforts?
We are always grateful for any donations or fundraising efforts people uptake as a way to help support this small but vital scheme. By raising money for the Berkshire Cancer Support Network, you are helping us to improve the wellbeing of local people who are battling cancer. There are multiple different ways you can get involved with fundraising for this project:
- Raise for free when you shop online: giveasyoulive.com/bfva
- Or via EasyFundraising: easyfundraising.org.uk/involvevcs
- Support us through a local lottery: bracknellforestlottery.co.uk
- Start your own fundraiser for us: donate.giveasyoulive.com
- Donate directly to our cause: giveasyoulive.com/donate
Get in Touch to Find Out More or Make a Referral
We run these services and work alongside other charities, groups and resources to bring together a range of support which can enable cancer sufferers in the local community to find the support they all need in one place. So, if you or someone you care for are newly diagnosed, living with cancer or have recently left treatment, then we are here to help.
People can access this service through a referral, a simple process that requires sharing some contact details and background information which helps us assess the ways we can best support you.
If you want to find out more about this scheme and want to check to see if this is the right scheme for you, feel free to contact our team to have an informal chat before making a referral via 01344 304 404 or cancer@involve.community. Or if you’re ready to get involved, please complete our referral form.