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We’re lucky to have so many wonderful volunteers

Stories / 30th May 2022

Volunteers’ Week is an annual celebration of the contribution millions of people make across the UK through volunteering. Our CEO,...

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Where there’s a will…

Stories / 22nd May 2022

You may feel that you’re too young to write a will or it’s not the right time. Our volunteer legacy...

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“I was sceptical about the men’s group at first”

Stories / 9th May 2022

Peter Read joined our Waterside Support Centre’s men’s group after being diagnosed with prostate cancer. Sceptical at first, he soon...

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Cancer Support For All

Stories / 28th March 2022

Our Chair of Trustees, Diane Cutler, explains why the evolving needs of local people are at the heart of our...

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Gretel’s volunteering story

Stories / 16th March 2022

Gretel first visited our Chandler’s Ford Support Centre when her beloved husband, Eric, died after almost 60 years of marriage....

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Why we’re challenging ourselves for Wessex Cancer Support

Stories / 24th February 2022

Sisters Ruth and Katy share why they’re swimming the Solent to support local people living with cancer.

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“It’s so much more than a choir and I love it”

Stories / 27th January 2022

Liz shares why she loves being in our Salisbury Sing for Life Choir.

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“I believe my own cancer diagnosis gives me an empathy that helps others”

Stories / 20th January 2022

“I wanted to use my experiences to help others going through a tough time.”

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Hilary’s story – my journey through cancer and Covid-19

Stories / 5th January 2022

“The Bournemouth cancer Support Centre felt like an oasis of calm away from my hospital appointments and blood tests.”

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