Macmillan Mobile Information Service to will be in Beverley next week offering people a chance to learn more the impact cancer has on local lives.
The charity hope that members of the public will pop along and see them where experts will be on hand to deal with a number topics.
Becky Read, Fundraising Manager for Hull and East Yorkshire said;
“A dedicated mobile team of highly-qualified Macmillan professionals travel across the UK on a fleet of six big green Macmillan buses: Basil, Bertie, Beryl, Betty, Bronwen and Dougie.”
“The buses park up at lots of public places, from markets to outside shopping centres and libraries. It will be in Beverley at the Flemingate Shopping Centre on Thursday 17 May from 9AM to 4PM.”
“Whether you have a cancer diagnosis, have a friend or relative affected by cancer, or are worried about cancer in any way at all, everyone is welcome to use the service.”
“There are lots of ways that Macmillan can support you – medically, financially, emotionally and practically.”
“The mobile service is our team of trained radiographers, dietitians and financial experts are there to talk to you in confidence, for as long as you need, to open up all the Macmillan services on offer. Or, you can pick up leaflets to take away with you.”
The mobile team can help you with:
- Screening and what to look out for, for example signs and symptoms
- Different cancers, their treatments and side effects
- How cancer affects your life, for example: finances or employment
- Talking about your cancer, or talking to someone with cancer
- Being there for someone with cancer, or the support available locally
- Survivorship and recurrence
If you’re interested in finding out how you can support this service, through a fundraising event, a challenge or as a volunteer, please contact our Supporter Care Team on 0300 1000 200.
