Added by Matthew McKenzie (Facilitator of National Cancer Carer Forum)

If you’re living with cancer, supporting someone who is, or adjusting after treatment, it can be incredibly valuable to connect with others who understand. This year, Barts Health NHS Trust and Macmillan Cancer Support are hosting free workshops to support your wellbeing and help you manage fears about cancer recurrence.

Cancer and Your Wellbeing Workshop – Newham University Hospital

📅 Dates:

• Tuesday 22 July 2025 – 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
• Tuesday 23 September 2025 – 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
• Tuesday 2 December 2025 – 10:30 am to 1:30 pm

📍 Location: Zone 2, Ground Floor, Education Centre, Newham University Hospital, E13 8SL

ℹ Who can attend?
Open to anyone with a cancer diagnosis or experience living with cancer. Refreshments and light snacks are provided.

📞 Contact: 020 7363 8758
📧 Email: bartshealth.macmillannuh@nhs.net

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Fears of Cancer Recurrence (FoCR) Workshops – Barts Health Cancer Psychological Services

These interactive sessions help you understand and manage worries about cancer coming back or spreading, and connect you with others facing similar concerns.

📅 Dates & Venues:

• Tuesday 9 September 2025 – 9:30 am to 12 pm
  Boardroom, Junction 6, Whipps Cross Hospital, E11 1NR
  Book here
• Wednesday 5 November 2025 – 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
  Seminar Room 2, Education Centre, Newham Hospital, E13 8SL
  Book here

Open to: Patients, relatives, and friends

📞 Call/Text: 020 3765 8807
📧 Email: cancerpsychologicals.bartshealth@nhs.net

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These sessions are a great way to gain practical strategies, share experiences, and connect with others who understand the emotional side of living with and beyond cancer.

💡 Tip: If you can’t attend but want to know about future events, contact the teams above to join their mailing lists.