Tameside Hospital | Telephone and Online Support

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You can contact the Macmillan information and support service on 0161 922 5644 and by email macmillan.info@tgh.nhs.uk

We are here to provide practical & emotional support to anyone affected by cancer. If you have any questions, if you’re unsure our service can help or, if you would like to discuss the service we offer we would welcome your contact

please contact us by phone 0161 922 5644 or 5643 email macmillan.info@tgh.nhs.uk

We provide literature & practical support on all aspects of living with cancer including health concerns, emotional issues, managing side effects, financial issues including travel & Insurance costs, claiming the appropriate benefits, managing your finances, managing debts, employment support (both for employees & employers), & help to access the support available in your area and more.

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Macmillan Cancer Support National Helpline

Macmillan Cancer Supports National helpline is available please call 0808 808 00 00 (open seven days a week 8am to 8pm).

If you would prefer to send us an email please complete this form.

The Macmillan Support Line can help with clinical, practical and financial information.

The Macmillan Support Line, staffed by trained experts, offers people with cancer and their loved ones practical, clinical, financial and emotional support.

Cancer information and support

This team answers each call, provides emotional and practical support, or can just listen if you need to talk. They will help find the best support for you

Other ways to get in touch
Chat online with us
Email us

Please note that conversations with our Support Line advisers are confidential, but may be recorded for quality and training purposes.

Outside the UK
If you're calling from outside of the UK you can contact us on +44 207 091 2230. We are unable to advise on healthcare systems overseas.

Deaf or hard of hearing
Are you deaf or hard of hearing? To make a text relay call, dial 18001 followed by 0808 808 00 00, or download the Relay UK app (Google Play/App Store).

Translation service

If you prefer to speak to us in another language, interpreters are available. Just state, in English, the language you want to use when you call.

Macmillan's Online Community

If you or a loved one is dealing with cancer, our Online Community is a place you can talk to others who understand what you are going through.

Many of our Community members say hearing from others who are going through similar experiences helps them feel less alone. This site is a safe space for you to be open about fears and emotions that might be difficult to discuss with family and friends.

Whatever you need to talk about there are others available to listen and support you. Find out more here

Cancer Care Map can help you find the right support, wherever you are in your cancer journey. Search thousands of local and national services across the UK for medical, emotional, health and wellbeing, and practical support — all in one place. Whether you need someone to talk to, help with treatment, support with everyday life, or information about services near you, Cancer Care Map can help you find the support you need Find our more here.

Greater Manchester Cancers Health & Wellbeing Hub offers information and guidance for practical and emotional support to help you feel better in mind, body and life while living with and beyond cancer. From physical activity and healthy eating to emotional wellbeing, peer support and wellbeing sessions, explore support available online and in your local area across Greater Manchester.Find our more here.

Charity support lines for patients living with cancer