Macmillan cancer information and support service

A photo of a the Macmillan informationa and cancer support corridor with waiting area and leaflets

Having tests for cancer and going through treatment can be a stressful and overwhelming experience for patients and those close to them. Our cancer information and support services are located at each of our main hospital sites, and anybody affected by cancer can make contact. You can speak to a specialist cancer nurse or trained volunteer.

We can offer:

  • emotional support
  • help with relationship and family issues
  • practical help
  • healthy eating and exercise advice
  • complementary therapy
  • welfare benefits and employment support
  • we also work very closely with the clinical cancer teams.

Macmillan Information Pods

Basildon Hospital

Located in the outpatient’s department and available Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm for you to browse our information leaflets

If you would like more information or would like to talk to a Macmillan cancer support worker you can call 01268 524900 ext. 3250/1239 or email mse.cancer.support@nhs.net.

View accessibility information about this area on the AccessAble website at https://www.accessable.co.uk/mid-and-south-essex-nhs-foundation-trust/basildon-university-hospital/access-guides/macmillan-cancer-support. 

You can also visit our Facebook support page at  https://www.facebook.com/share/Dpczzqw1QUpoCsec/?mibextid=K35XfP.

Broomfield Hospital

Normally located in the atrium; unfortunately, the info pod is temporarily closed.

View accessibility information about this area on the AccessAble website at https://www.accessable.co.uk/mid-and-south-essex-nhs-foundation-trust/broomfield-hospital/access-guides/macmillan-cancer-support. 

Please contact the Macmillan Information Centre at Southend Hospital on 0300 443 3034 or email mse.macmillan.centre@nhs.net.

Southend Hospital

Located on the ground floor of the Tower Block, open Monday to Friday between 9am and 4pm. Please contact them on 0300 443 3034 or email mse.macmillan.centre@nhs.net.

View accessibility information about this area on the AccessAble website at https://www.accessable.co.uk/mid-and-south-essex-nhs-foundation-trust/southend-university-hospital/access-guides/macmillan-cancer-support. 

You can also visit our Facebook support page at  Southend Macmillan information and support.

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