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As September draws us closer towards the end of 2024, it’s not just January that offers a fresh start. At Leukaemia Care, we believe that every day is an opportunity to make a difference, and we’re proud to share how we’ve made a difference in the first half of this year. Our services are available all year-round, providing support to patients, families, and friends.
Here’s how we’ve made a difference so far:
- Financial relief: Over 450 individuals have received vital financial support through our welfare service.
- Practical assistance: We’ve shared essential information with more than 45,000 people to help them navigate their journey.
- Emotional support: Our freephone helpline has offered comfort and guidance to over 1,900 individuals seeking emotional support.
But our impact doesn’t stop there:
- Accredited information: Over 40,000 people have accessed our patient information resources.
- Expert advice: Our Advice Service has answered over 1,000 queries.
- Counselling: 39 individuals have received up to six sessions of professional counselling.
- Hospital support: 288 people have benefited from the dedicated assistance of our nine navigators throughout 12 hospitals .
- Peer support: Our Buddy Scheme has paired 50 individuals for one-to-one peer support.
- Accommodation: Our CAR-T Away from Home Service has provided 196 days of hotel accommodation for those in need.
- Community building: More than 600 attendees have participated in over 60 of our support groups.
“You fear the worst when you’re diagnosed with cancer, but Leukaemia Care provide compassion, help and support for those in need.”
At Leukaemia Care, we understand that a leukaemia diagnosis can be overwhelming, but our mission is to offer the best advice and support when it’s needed most.
This incredible work would not be possible without supporters like you. By donating today, you can help us continue to provide life-saving services and support to those who need it most. Together, we can make every day a new beginning for those affected by leukaemia.
Donate today and help us make a difference.
“Be assured that whether you are a patient, friend or a family member, with Leukaemia Care, help really is at the other end of a phone call or email.”
Support services
If you or a loved one needs advice or support regarding your diagnosis, please get in touch. You can call our free helpline on 08088 010 444 and speak to one of our nurses. Alternatively, you can send a message to our team via WhatsApp on 07500 068 065 (services available Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm).