Being diagnosed with cancer can be life-changing – not just for the person with cancer but also for their family and friends. Everyone’s experience is different and so are their support needs.
In South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw, there are many services available to help. This webpage brings them all together in one place, making it easier for you to find the support you need – whether that’s emotional support, counselling, spiritual care, peer groups, or practical advice and guidance.
Across South Yorkshire, Bassetlaw and North Derbyshire, several key organisations offer support for people affected by cancer. These are known as ‘anchor services’ – trusted places in the community where people can turn for help. Like an anchor that keeps a ship steady, these services provide a reliable source of support during challenging times. They’re often the first point of contact and are connected to a wide network of other services, helping people find the right support when they need it most. You can find direct links to our anchor services at the bottom of this page.
In partnership with Cancer Care Map, we have developed an easy access guide to support services, activities and therapies to help people living with cancer within the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Cancer Alliance. The search engine also contains services for Chesterfield as well as national services.
All support service information is provided by Cancer Care Map and is checked and updated regularly. To add or amend any information, please contact: SYshowsup@cancercaremap.org
If you are not sure what key words you want to use to search for services, try entering your postcode. You can narrow the radius of the search using the drop down box if required. Note the search will include national services. If you wish for access to local services only, uncheck that box before searching.
South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw is home to many anchor support services available who provide a range of support and direct interventions, and advice
St John’s Information and Support Centre (covers Rotherham and Doncaster)
Macmillan Information and Support Service
Rotherham Cancer Advocacy Service
Weston Park Cancer Charity (and) Cavendish Cancer Care
(covers South Yorkshire)
