Resources

Trusted help, beyond our group

We signpost to trusted sources where that is the right next step. External links open in a new tab for safety and convenience, including other cancer support organisations in the Solihull and Birmingham area.

Need to talk now?

Samaritans: 116 123

Macmillan: 0808 808 00 00

National support

Macmillan Cancer Support

Information, practical guidance and national support for anyone whose life has been touched by cancer.

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Maggie's Centres

Free specialist cancer support and advice through care centres across the UK.

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Helplines

Cancer Research UK information nurses

A helpline for treatment and support questions with experienced information nurses.

Phone: 0808 800 4040

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Cancer support line

Talk through practical concerns and emotional strain with support staff.

Phone: 0300 123 4545

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Practical help

Macmillan claiming benefits guide

Official Macmillan fact sheet on claiming benefits when you have cancer.

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Macmillan symptom diary

Official Macmillan symptom diary for tracking symptoms and preparing for conversations with your care team.

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Other support in our area

Breast Friends Solihull

A local breast cancer support group for people in and around Solihull who want condition-specific peer support.

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Solihull Prostate Cancer Group

A local prostate cancer support group connected through Tackle Prostate Cancer.

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Sutton Coldfield Cancer Support Centre

A nearby support centre offering complementary therapies and wellbeing support.

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Help Harry Help Others

A Birmingham drop-in centre offering practical and emotional support for people affected by cancer.

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