Macmillan Information and Support Centre - Macclesfield Hospital

08/11/2025

Did you know that there are cancer information centres at our Withington, Salford, Macclesfield, and Oldham sites?

There, you'll find general information about cancer and The Christie.

Our volunteers can also signpost you to useful counselling, therapeutic, or financial support services.

A huge range of information booklets is also available to help you through your treatment.

05/11/2025

We’re so proud to celebrate one of our patients, Brian, who recently completed the Macclesfield 10K 2025 in support of Macmillan Cancer Support — all while undergoing treatment for lung cancer. Conditions on race day were less than ideal with wind and rain. Brian’s wife also took part to raise money for Macmillan.

His achievement embodies the incredible resilience, positivity, and courage we see every day from people living with and beyond cancer. By taking on this challenge, he’s not only raising vital funds for Macmillan but also inspiring others to keep moving forward, one step at a time. 🏃‍♂️✨

Brian regularly attends the monthly lung cancer cafe led by our fantastic Macmillan lung nursing team based at Macclesfield Hospital which is providing nurse and peer support, information and encouragement tho those living with lung cancer. The group meets on the first Wednesday of the month at Duke Street community hall in Macclesfield between 3pm and 5pm. If you would like to know more please contact us.

From all of us at the Macmillan Information & Support service and the Macmillan lung nursing team, congratulations and thank you for showing what a true legend you are. 💚💚

28/10/2025

Our Cancer Information & Support dream team clearly got the leopard print + black jumper memo today! When you work in perfect sync — right down to the wardrobe! 💚 A perfect example of teamwork and togetherness in every sense.

24/10/2025

Looking to boost your activity levels and meet new people? Take a look at these social walks. Based in Macclesfield and Crewe 45 minute gentle wellbeing walks. Starting 4th November in Macclesfield.

🌳 Coming soon to Crewe & Macclesfield, get ready to step into better health with our Ramblers Wellbeing Walks, launching this November🚶

These short, social walks are perfect for beginners looking to boost their activity, meet new people, and enjoy the fresh autumn air 🍂.

✅ Free to eligible residents
✅ Weekly walks starting 3rd November (Crewe) & 4th November (Macclesfield)
✅ Booking essential via our Active Lives programme, eligibility criteria applies

📍Crewe: Mondays at Queens Park & Macclesfield: Tuesdays at South Park
👉 Sign up here: www.oneyoucheshireeast.org/active-lives/one-you-cheshire-east-ramblers-wellbeing-walks/

If you would like to find out more, or prefer to sign up over the phone, give us a call on 0300 123 5026 or email [email protected]

22/10/2025

🌿 Taking Care of You – Because Self-Care Matters 🌿

When you’re affected by cancer — whether you’re a patient, a family member, or a friend — it’s easy to focus all your energy on treatment and appointments, and forget about you.

But self-care isn’t selfish. It’s an important part of coping, healing, and finding strength through difficult times.
Taking even small moments to rest, breathe, or do something that brings comfort can make a real difference to your wellbeing. 💚

At the Macmillan Information and Support Service, we’re here to help you look after yourself — emotionally, physically, and practically.
Whether you’d like to talk, find reliable information, or explore wellbeing activities and local support, you don’t have to do it alone.

📍 You can find us in The Christie at Macclesfield
📞 Or contact us at 01625 663128/663129

Because caring for yourself is a vital part of your cancer journey — and we’re here with you every step of the way. 💚

20/10/2025

🎉 A Huge Congratulations to Katrin Randles! 🎉

We’d like to give a massive shout out to the amazing Katrin Randles, who has raised over £500 for Macmillan Cancer Support through her incredible knitting!

Katrin’s husband, Chris, has been receiving treatment at The Christie at Macclesfield, and while waiting for appointments, Katrin is often found in our reception area knitting away — spreading smiles and kindness stitch by stitch.

Over the months, she’s created so many wonderful handmade items — from hearts and flowers for Valentine’s Day and Mothering Sunday, to adorable Creme Egg animal cozies for Easter, and pumpkins and woodland creatures for our Autumn Coffee Morning.

Katrin has a special birthday coming up soon, and she’s marking the occasion with a stall at her celebration, selling even more of her beautiful knitted creations to raise funds for Macmillan. 💚

What’s even more touching is that some of her wool was kindly donated by the family of a patient who has passed away, making her creations all the more meaningful.

Thank you, Katrin, for your generosity, creativity, and unwavering support. You truly are a star! 🌟💚

13/10/2025

We were over the moon to welcome two very special young fundraisers to our centre this week! 💚

We were delighted to welcome George and Starsson from Eden School, along with their teacher Sarah, to our centre recently.

These amazing students helped raise an incredible amount for Macmillan Cancer Support by hosting a coffee morning at school — and they dropped by to hand over their generous donation in person.

A huge thank you to everyone at Eden School for your kindness, community spirit, and continued support for people affected by cancer.

We loved your visit and are so grateful for all you’re doing to make a difference.

Thank you.

10/10/2025

David you are amazing and a complete inspiration to others to move against cancer. Thank you for all the money you are raising for Macmillan Cancer Support to help people get the support they need when they are affected by cancer. Long may your tapestry continue. 💚

26/09/2025

A fantastic team effort today to raise lots of money for Macmillan.

A huge thank you to our fabulous volunteers who put in a huge shift for us at our Macmillan Coffee Morning today.

And to everyone who bought cake, donated cake, bought raffle tickets, donated raffle prizes, knitted items to raffle or sell.

Thank you for your amazing support today. We will let you know the final amount raised very soon…

Remember all money goes to help those affected by cancer who need support and help.

24/09/2025

Come and eat cake with us at our Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday 26th September 10-1 at Macclesfield Hospital and then walk, jog or run it off the following day at 5K Your Way at South Park. Meet at the bandstand.

Join us this Saturday (27th September) at 8:45am at the Bandstand, South Park for Macclesfield parkrun MOVE Against Cancer Charity 5k Your Way.

Whether you are living with or beyond cancer, we welcome you; along with family, friends, and anyone working in cancer services. Join us to walk, jog, run, cheer or volunteer - it’s completely up to you! 🏃🚶‍♀️🦺

Meet us by the blue flag & join us for coffee and cake afterwards at The Park Tavern. ☕️🧁

We are a FREE cancer support group with a difference. Find more info about what we do here: https://www.moveagainstcancer.org

❓If you have any questions, please contact us via email at [email protected] or via Facebook Messenger.

Looking forward seeing you all on Saturday!☺️💙

24/09/2025

Have you set yours up yet?

Paul Mills was the 1000th patient to sign up to MyChristie and was assisted by Oladipo Oni, one of our team of digital trainers.

Oladipo explained how to access the patient portal, went through the health questionnaire, outlined where documents are stored and how to see letters and appointments.

"I think MyChristie is really useful and it’s important that everyone knows more about it. It can be easy to lose focus when you're a patient, so having someone to show you how to use the portal is really helpful. I’ve completed my questionnaire already and I know it will be helpful going forward to keep appointments and my health history in one place," says Paul.

MyChristie is in the first phase of development and further functionality is planned over forthcoming months. This includes access to bloods closer to home appointments, CT and MR appointments, and links to the NHS app.

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