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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre - Covid 19 response

Covid-19 Response:

We would like to reassure everyone that we will continue to be OPEN FOR BUSINESS AS USUAL DURING LOCKDOWN #2 at the local information and support centre at the Royal Berkshire Hospital.

The only change being that we prefer people to book in advance where possible just now, particularly for face-to-face meetings. We can meet one person face-to-face at a time.

Our working hours are Mon-Thurs, 9am-4pm, and Fri, 9am-2pm.

You can ring our centre on 0118 322 8700 or email macmillan.information@royalberkshire.nhs.uk to book an appointment.

We are available in person, on the phone, by email and by MS Teams virtual meeting, if requested.

In response to the lockdown, Macmillan Cancer Support has set up new initiatives:

SafeFit - online support for physical and mental health
Wellbeing coaching

Last updated: 13/11/2020

Experienced staff and trained volunteers can listen to your worries and concerns and offer free, confidential support and advice, whether you have been diagnosed with cancer or you are a family member or carer.

We can also put you in touch with the Macmillan cancer rehabilitation services and refer you to other professional or voluntary organisations where approriate, eg Look Good Feel Better beauty therapy workshops and benefits advisers.

We are able to offer emotional support and practical help to anyone who has cancer, their relatives, friends and carers in a relaxed and confidential environment.

You are welcome to come and browse through our library of resources. including books, CDs and DVDs, on all aspects of cancer, cancer prevention and leading a healthy lifestyle. We also offer guided internet access.

Some of our resouces are available in different languages and braille and are suitable for people with learning difficulties

Who to contact

Contact Position: Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre
Telephone: 0118 322 8700
0808 808 00 00
E-mail: macmillan.information@royalberkshire.nhs.uk
Website: Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre

Where to go

Name: Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre
Address: Berkshire Cancer Centre, Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
Berkshire
Postcode: RG1 5AN
Notes: We are situated in the North Block of the Royal Berkshire Hospital in the Berkshire Cancer Centre. If you wish to make an appointment for one-to-one support or talk to us about any cancer-related matter, call, email or write using the given contact details.

Time / Date Details

When is it on: Monday to Thursday 9am-4pm and Friday 9am-2pm
Time of day: Morning
Afternoon
Session Information: Monday to Friday (except bank holidays)

Other Details

Costs

Is there a charge for using this service?: No
Details: No cost

Availability

Referral required: No

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