Macmillan Information and Support Centre - Macclesfield Hospital

15/07/2025

📣 MEET THE AMBASSADORS 📣

Meet Martin, one of our ambassadors, who is living with cancer:

"Hi, I am Martin and I live in Goostrey, Cheshire. I was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in 2021 and started immediately on hormone treatment. I subsequently had Brachytherapy and Radiotherapy at The Christie.

When I was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer, like most people it was shock and panic! I started following Tony Collier, on Twitter, who has been living with Terminal Prostate Cancer for four years and who seems to use movement to help him be positive and give a focus to his life....Tony introduced me to the 5k Your Way initiative and proposed a team at Macclesfield...I was immediately supportive of this initiative.

I remember those early days when I just needed some confidence about what I would be able to do, prior to treatment, during treatment and particularly after treatment. Movement is essential to keep your body healthier and active and I have learnt so much about how the treatment affects your body. To give people the best opportunities when living with cancer it is important to reinforce the benefits of the appropriate movement at each point...I hope to support families at all stages of their journey so they can see the positive aspects of movement, not only physically but on energy levels and mental health.

I hope lots of people start their journey with 5K Your Way, and with our support we hope to help families find the best activities to suit their own lifestyle whilst living with cancer. I look forward to a walk and a chat with you.”

Come and join us on the last Saturday of every month at Macclesfield parkrun with coffee and
cake afterwards at The Park Tavern.💙🩵

11/07/2025

11/07/2025

Desperately seeking trolleys!!

We are seeking to borrow a number of trolleys like the one pictured for our Macmillan coffee morning on Friday 26th September at Macclesfield hospital. If anyone local knows how we might be able to get hold of a few for one day only we would be very grateful.

Call us on 01625 663128 or email [email protected]

Please share with others you know who are local to Macclesfield.

Thank you.
Sue & Claire

28/06/2025

Popped into Boots Macclesfield today to meet Lily (pictured) and Jade, two of over 700 Boots No 7 Macmillan beauty advisors across the UK.

Macmillan beauty advisors are trained to support people in managing the visible side effects of cancer. From defining sparse brows or lashes to adapting skincare routines, they offer personalised self-care advice and emotional support to help individuals feel more like themselves.

They also have a number of tutorials on the Boots website if you don’t feel comfortable to visit in store. https://www.boots.com/no7-inspiration-and-advice/no7-macmillan-partnership

Boots are also trying to raise £1 million for Macmillan.

To find your nearest No7 Boots Macmillan Beauty Advisor:

💚 visit the Boots website
💚 enter your postcode, town or store name
💚 click on the 'Find' button
💚 click on ‘Filter by store services’ and tick the ‘Boots Macmillan Beauty Advisor’ box. This is listed under ‘Main Store Services’
💚 you can view your nearest stores with No7 Boots Macmillan Beauty Advisors on a map or list view.

Jade is available in store at Macclesfield on Mondays and Saturdays.

15/06/2025

Congratulations Gemma. That’s wonderful news.

Gemma is now providing a wig fitting service at The Christie at Macclesfield on Mondays from 10am.

Get in touch with us if you want to see Gemma to be fitted for a wig.

14/06/2025

All of this is normal. And none of it has to be faced alone.

At our Cancer Information and Support Service, we’re here to listen, support, and walk with you.

💚 You are not alone. Your feelings matter. Help is here.💚

13/06/2025

Are you caring for someone with cancer?

We’re here for you.

Did you know we are a drop in service? No appointment required.

Cancer has a huge emotional
impact. Our person centred counselling is available to those caring for someone with cancer.

Talking about how you’re feeling with someone who will listen without judgement can be extremely helpful.

Call or drop in to find out more about how we can support with the emotional impact of supporting someone with cancer.

Carers Week 9th to 15th June

13/06/2025

To every carer walking alongside someone with cancer—thank you. Your love, strength, and support mean the world.

This week, we honour the incredible carers who walk alongside loved ones facing cancer—offering strength, compassion, and unwavering support every step of the way.

At our Cancer Information and Support Service, we see daily the impact carers make to the lives of those living with cancer. We also see the impact caring for someone with cancer has on carers. Our service is here to support both patients and those who care for them.

To every carer: thank you for your heart, your resilience, and your care. You are not alone, and you are deeply appreciated.

10/06/2025

This Men's Health Week, men across the whole of the UK are joining us to share a potentially lifesaving message ⤵️

You don't need a 'finger up the bum' to test for prostate cancer.

The earlier you find it, the easier it is to treat. And the first test is a simple blood test you can get free from your GP.

➡️ Read more: bit.ly/45IFmgf