Further Resources

Local services and activities run by other providers that we think may be useful for people affected by cancer or a life threatening condition.

Please note that WHY don't run any of the activities listed on this page, nor do we officially endorse them, but we hope the information will be useful.

General wellbeing, advice and support

  • Citizen's Advice Bureau

    Practical, legal and financial advice. 

  • Macmillan Cancer Support

    If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, Macmillan Cancer Support are here to help. 

  • Macmillan RESTORE

    RESTORE aims to support people living with cancer related fatigue. It provides information about things you can do to help you cope with fatigue. It can also give you more confidence to manage your fatigue. 

  • Mind in Somerset

    Mind in Somerset's Mindline telephone helpline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 0800 138 1692 or 01823 276 892. They offer a range of other group and one-to-one support services.

  • Penny Brohn UK

    Bristol area - Bristol-based charity providing holistic care, support and resources for people affected by cancer.

  • Samaritans

    Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We're here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 116123 or visit the Samaritan's website for other ways to get in touch.

  • Somerset Recovery College

    Somerset Recovery College run a range of free courses aimed at promoting good mental health and enabling coping strategies when life is difficult.

  • We Get It - Bath area

    support and information for people in Bath who are dealing with cancer. Come to a workshop, find a local resource or simply meet others who know how you feel. Your experience. Your story. Your life.

Counselling services

  • BCPC

    Low cost counselling in Bath and Bristol. 

  • The Counselling Directory

    If you've found our website but don't live in an area where we operate, The Counselling Directory aims to connect you with professional support, listing professional counsellors and psychotherapists that you can find in your local area.

  • Focus Counselling

    Low-cost counselling person-centred counselling in Frome and Bath.

  • Mind in Somerset

    Mind in Somerset's Mindline telephone helpline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 0800 138 1692 or 01823 276 892. They offer a range of other group and one-to-one support services.

Bereavement support

  • Bereavement Centre

    The Bereavement Centre is a leading bereavement organisation in the South of England, offering face-to-face, telephone, Skype and online support, offering free bereavement support and advice to people in Somerset, Wiltshire and Dorset, through one-to-one work, wellbeing groups and educational workshops.

  • Cruse Bereavement Support

    Speak to Cruse about all aspects of bereavement - available by phone or web chat. 

  • National Bereavement Service

    The National Bereavement Service offers practical and emotional support to guide you through what needs to be done. We can introduce the bereaved to trusted partner organisations in both private and charitable sectors, as well as provide information on the statutory requirements following loss, such as the registration of death and probate.

  • Marie Curie

    Support, information and signposting for bereavement and people with a terminal diagnosis. 

  • Dorothy House - Bereavement Help Points

    A community based drop-in service model where all people who are bereaved are welcome. It’s a space to meet and talk with others who may be experiencing similar thoughts and feelings, in an informal and supportive setting. Open to all adults in our community,  sessions are free of charge and there’s no need to book, just come along. 

Support for children and young people

  • Kooth

    Online community for children and young people. Anonymous contact with counsellors, online community.

  • Somerset Big Tent

    Support, counselling, groups and signposting for children and young people – broad criteria.

Cost of living support

  • Centre for Sustainable Energy

    Information and practical support on heating and insulating your home, plus signposting to additional support, hardship fund etc. 

  • Citizen's Advice Bureau

    Practical, legal and financial advice. Visit the Citizen's Advice website to find out more. 

  • Trussell Trust

    Food bank directory

Group support

  • We Get It - Bath area

    Support and information for people in Bath who are dealing with cancer. Come to a workshop, find a local resource or simply meet others who know how you feel. Your experience. Your story. Your life.

  • Breast Cancer Now

    Monthly face-to-face support group in Bristol for people with secondary breast cancer. Online groups available.

  • Dorothy House – community groups

    A range of groups for patients, carers and family members, including an allotment group, walking, creative writing and social drop-ins

Support for carers

  • BANES Carers Centre

    Bath and North East Somerset

  • Carers Support Wiltshire

    Wiltshire

  • Somerset Carers

    Somerset

  • After Umbrage

    Free short breaks for carers of people with terminal or life-limiting conditions