When you’re affected by cancer, having the right information and support at the right time is essential. The Macmillan Information and Support Centre at Kent Oncology Centre and the Macmillan Cancer Support Pod at Tunbridge Wells Hospital provide a confidential drop-in service for anyone affected by cancer.

This includes people who:

• need information about cancer
• have a cancer diagnosis
• have survived cancer
• are living with the consequences of a cancer diagnosis
• want to reduce the risks of cancer
• are a carer, relative, or friend of someone with cancer
• are healthcare professionals

How we can help

Macmillan Information and Support staff and volunteers can help provide:

• literature on all aspects of living with cancer
• the opportunity to talk to someone in a private, comfortable and quiet room
• over-the-phone information and support for those not able to access the service in person

We also offer

• links to the clinical teams treating certain cancers
• links to local and national support services
• referral to other available support services
• signposting to self-help and support groups
• Look Good Feel Better workshops: an opportunity for women to meet and receive makeup lessons from experienced artists. This group meets once a month and helps women feel confident and supported throughout their journey.
• liaison with other voluntary and statutory agencies
• cancer awareness educational notice boards
• health and wellbeing events
• Macmillan Coffee Mornings: open to patients and relatives, this group provides a relaxed space to chat over tea and biscuits. Occasionally, healthcare professionals join to answer any clinical questions.