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Finding the right information and support can make it easier for you and your family to cope.We can help at any point during your treatment or illness, from the time of diagnosis.

Everyone has different needs and concerns….

You may want practical information about healthcare services, a better understanding of treatments or advice on coping with the symptoms of your illness, whether physical or emotional.

We can help with all these issues and we can also give you information on benefits and grants, talking to children, complementary therapies and support groups in your area.


Up to date information is available on:

  •      Cancer, treatment and care.
  •      Multiple Sclerosis and Motor Neurone Disease.
  •      Living and coping with your illness.
  •      Healthcare services.
  •      National organisations offering information and support.
  •      Local groups and community based organisations.
  •      Benefits, grants and insurance.
  •      Complementary therapies.
  •      Talking to children.
  •      Palliative care.
  •      Bereavement.
  •      Beacon centre services: leaflet available here

Leaflets and booklets can be taken home and are free of charge. You are also welcome to browse through our library and borrow books, videos and audiotapes. If you would like to search for information on the Internet, we can assist you.

Telephone enquiries: 01483 783400


The leaflets available on this website are in .pdf format, to view these files you will need to have software on your computer that can read them. Acrobat reader is recommended, it can be downloaded free through the following link: Acrobat Reader Download




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