ABOUT US

    WE PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR BOWEL CANCER PATIENTS AND THEIR CARERS:

  • We arrange meetings and discussion groups where health professionals give talks on all aspects of bowel cancer including diet, exercise, stress and well-being.


  • We give you the opportunity to meet with others who have experienced similar problems to yourself in a comfortable meeting place.


  • Our volunteers (all ex-bowel cancer patients) will give advice on practical non- medical matters using their own experience and training. We always advise patients to consult their GP’s on any medical issue.


  • We also arrange organised walks, outings etc to help confidence and well-being.

    STEERING GROUP

  • A Steering Group was set up to organise, supervise and develop the activities of the Support Group.


  • The Steering Group is made up from volunteers (all bowel cancer patient and/or carers together with a senior member of the Colorectal Nurse team).

    FUNDING

  • We were founded in 2005 and received help from Sheffield PCT and Macmillan Cancer Support for initial training needs and costs.


  • We are now required to raise our own funds through various fund raising activities and charitable aid.


  • We keep our costs to the minimum and all our expenses are recorded. Our volunteers contribute in donations as well as their time and claim no expenses of any kind.


  • We are grateful to South Yorkshire Community Foundation for their support in funding this years’ trip to Brodsworth Hall and to Clubfinance Ltd for their funding and technical support in setting up our new website.


  • Additional sponsorship is being sought to secure our future position and to continue to enhance our ability to help patients and carers.