Newly Diagnosed with Cancer

Being Diagnosed with cancer can be a very difficult and anxious time.

If you've been diagnosed with cancer, knowing what to expect and making plans for how to proceed can help make this stressful time easier.

A person diagnosed with cancer can receive multiple treatments in a variety of different health care settings over extended periods of time. During this time, they encounter multiple health care providers which can become confusing and overwhelming. Our Cancer Care Coordinators are here to help provide you with a more joined and coordinated care journey. Providing you with the appropriate information you need and be a point of contact to keep the lines of communication open and easily accessible creating a seamless experience of care.

Cancer Care Co Ordinator’s are crucial members of the care team, and they are available for you and your family from diagnosis, through your treatment and all other aspects of your journey. It is their goal to ensure that you understand every step of this process and that you receive the best care possible. Their direct line allows for a quicker process of contact taking that extra stress away.

Direct dial number: 02393 870576

District Nurses service provides high quality nursing care to individuals in their own homes and residential homes across Waterlooville and Havant. The service works in partnership with patients, their family and carers, primary care, acute care, social care, independent and voluntary sector, specialist community health teams, older person’s mental health teams and independent rehabilitation teams.

Specialist Palliative Care Team play a huge part of supporting patients with complete conditions, symptom control, and emotional issues surrounding a life limiting illness and related treatments. This service requires a referral which can be completed by your GP, The District Nursing team, or your Cancer Care Co-Ordinator

Resources and information

Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre

Based at QA Hospital offer a peaceful, welcoming and confidential space for people affected by cancer. Their opening times are Monday – Friday, 10:00 -16:00 for pre bookable and drop-in appointments. They are there to listen to your worries and offer advice.

Tel: 02392 283 323

Email: macmillancentre@porthosp.nhs.uk

Rowans Hospice – Living Well Centre

A centre for support for people with life limiting illnesses. This service is a drop-in service and is available Monday – Sunday 10:00 – 16:00. The Living Well Centre offers a range of both face-to-face and virtual activities and offers the opportunity to meet new people who can support and guide you.

Tel: 02392 248 011

Email: lwc@rowanshospice.co.uk

Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre

Based at QA Hospital offer a peaceful, welcoming and confidential space for people affected by cancer. Their opening times are Monday – Friday, 10:00 -16:00 for pre bookable and drop-in appointments. They are there to listen to your worries and offer advice.

Tel: 02392 283 323

Email: macmillancentre@porthosp.nhs.uk

Macmillan have Citizens Advice Bureau

Staff who can help with financial queries/difficulties. They can also offer advice on and help obtain financial grants to people who are struggling due to their diagnosis.

Tel: 0800 808 0000

Cancer Care Map

A simple, free, online resource to help you find cancer support services near you.

Website: www.cancercaremap.org

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