The NGS Macmillan Unit at Chesterfield Royal
The NGS Macmillan Unit provides treatment and care and support for people with cancer in North Derbyshire.
Website: www.macmillan.org.uk
Nenna Kind Cancer Support Drop in Centre
Provides complementary therapies including; Shiatsu, reflexology, and healing. All free of charge by qualified and accredited practitioners. Computers for research and access to support groups e.g. Macmillan benefits advice. Also run a twice daily hospital bus service Monday to Friday to Weston Park Hospital for cancer patients and their escorts
Website: nennakind.org.uk
Challenge Cancer Through Adventure
Challenge Cancer Through Adventure is a Peak District based charity run entirely by volunteers. They help people who are based in the region who are living with cancer or a life threatening illness to change their outlook, rebuild confidence and regain control of their lives by undertaking an outdoor adventure challenge.
Website: challengecancer.org.uk
Chesterfield Bossom Buddies
A group of approx 20 ladies affected by breast cancer They have a programme of speakers, some medical and others of general interest. The group is open to females only and is a source of general information and support.
Email: [email protected]
Tel: Donna Ashley: 01246 512356
Age Concern
Working together for older people. Provides information, advocacy and a telephone befriending scheme care line.
Website: www.ageconcernchesterfield.org.uk
Chesterfield Foodbank
Provides emergency food and support to local people. In many cases, you will need a third-party who is already supporting you (such as a GP, Social Worker, or tenancy support worker) to make arrangements on your behalf to access a food bank.
Website: chesterfield.foodbank.org.uk
Gold Card for Derbyshire
Gold Card is a travel, discount and library card for older people and people with certain disabilities.
Website: www.derbyshire.gov.uk
Relate
Relationship counselling, sex therapy, children and young people’s counselling and family counselling.
Website: chesterfieldrelate.org.uk