All the ways we can help

Finding the information and support you need when you are living with cancer can feel confusing and stressful. We want it to be easy for you to find what you are looking for so you can get help right away. Whether you need to talk to someone, need help with practical issues like money or planning for the future, or would like to get face-to-face support, we're here to help.

Talk to us on the Macmillan Support Line

You can phone the Macmillan Support Line for free. We offer confidential support to people living with cancer and their loved ones. If you need to talk, we'll listen.
Cancer Information Nurse Specialist
Our Cancer Information Nurse Specialists are  available to talk to on our Macmillan Support Line.
Financial Guidance
Cancer can have an impact on your finances. Find out how Macmillan can help you with money problems.
Energy advice
If you have cancer and your energy and heating bills are going up, we can help with access to energy schemes and grants.
Welfare rights advice
Our advisors can tell you what benefits you may be entitled to and how to access them.
Work Support Service
The Work Support Service offers advice to people affected by cancer who are employed or self-employed.
Speak to us in your language
You can speak to the Macmillan Support Line team in your language. Just call and tell us, in English, the language you need.
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Talk to someone about how you are feeling

Find emotional support through these free services.

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Free counselling

In partnership with Bupa, Macmillan offer up to 4 sessions of free one-on-one counselling to people living with cancer.

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Macmillan buddies

Our free Macmillan Buddy service is here for you. We'll match you with someone who understands what you're going through and they'll give you a weekly telephone call, video call or visit in your home.

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Practical support

When you or someone close to you is diagnosed with cancer, you might be worried about how this could affect your finances and how you plan for the future. There are ways Macmillan can help.
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Macmillan grants

Macmillan grants are small payments to help with the extra costs that living with cancer can bring. Find out how to apply.

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Macmillan Will Writing Service

With our Free Will Service, you can have your will written for free by one of our trusted will writing partners or solicitors. You can leave a gift in your will with Macmillan, but this is optional.

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Online information and support

If you have questions about cancer and would prefer support online, there are lots of ways we can help.
Macmillan Support Line web chat
You can use our webchat if you would prefer to chat online with the Macmillan Support Line.
Macmillan Online Community
This is a free online place for people living with or who are affected by cancer to chat about the issues affecting them.
Ask a cancer expert online
Send a question to our experienced professionals. They can help with questions about cancer, money and work, and more. 
Cancer information
We have lots of information about cancer. All our cancer information is written and reviewed by experts.
Cancer information in your language
Macmillan produces a range of information in languages other than English.
Other formats and accessible information
We produce information in different formats to suit different needs, including audiobooks, easy read and British Sign Language.
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Cancer information and support guides
Answer a few quick questions to find the right support for you. We have information about cancer and support services, including help with money and work.

Get information in your inbox

Get information and support emailed to you.
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Diagnosed with cancer?

Get ongoing information and support via email, from day one. The emails will have information tailored to your situation to help you cope with the health, money and emotional impacts of cancer.

Sign up for email support

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Get monthly emails

Sign up to receive monthly emails from us to support you with information, news and updates on our services. Whether you have cancer or have had it in the past, or are supporting someone with cancer, these emails are for anyone affected by cancer.

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Face to face support

There are plenty of ways you can get face-to-face, in-person support.
Boots Macmillan Beauty Advisors
Boots Macmillan Beauty Advisors are trained to give free advice to help you cope with the visible side effects of cancer treatment.
Information and Support Centres
Macmillan Information and Support Centres are free to use and we have centres across the UK.
Boots Macmillan information pharmacists
Boots Macmillan information pharmacists give local support to people affected by cancer. Find out more about the service.
Local support groups
Support groups can be a good place to meet up with and talk to people who understand what you are going through.

How we can help

Macmillan Support Line
The Macmillan Support Line is a free and confidential phone service for people living and affected by cancer. If you need to talk, we'll listen. 

 

Call us on 0808 808 00 00
8am to 8pm. It's free to call from landlines and mobiles within the UK.
Chat online
Every day 8am - 8pm.
Email us
Get in touch via this form
Sign up for our monthly emails
Do you have cancer or are you supporting someone who has? Fill in our form to receive monthly emails with information, news and updates to help you.
Online Community

Chat online anonymously to others who understand what you are going through. Our community is available 24/7 and has dedicated forums where you can get advice and ask our experts.