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Childline
Helps anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through. Childline is free, confidential and available any time, day or night.
0800 1111Samaritans
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Macmillan Psychosocial Service
The Macmillan Psychosocial Team is a partnership between Macmillan (funders) and MindWise (host organisation) to provide support for people affected by cancer who experience mental health issues. This service was developed by listening to people affected by cancer and addressing the often-overlooked need for mental health support.
Who is this service for?
Anyone affected by cancer across Northern Ireland, patients, family members, carers, and others important to the person with a cancer diagnosis. We focus on family recovery, defined by you, to include those who matter most to you.
Where is the service available?
Available across Northern Ireland, delivered locally in the community. We can meet you at home, in a community setting, or via phone/video call.
What does the service offer?
- Initial consultation to discuss your needs.
- Direct support for you individually.
- Support for you and your family (or those important to you).
- Honest, therapeutic conversations to aid recovery and create a family support plan.
- Signposting to other services when needed.
- Access to Lived Experience Support Groups and Local Peer Support Groups.
- Opportunities to join a Regional Lived Experience Group to influence service development
What to expect
After we receive your referral:
- We’ll arrange an initial consultation to understand your needs.
- Agree on what would be helpful for you and your family.
- Provide direct support or connect you to partner programmes.
- Offer opportunities to join peer support groups and lived experience networks.
How to access the service
Self-referral or professional referral via QR code below. Complete the short referral form online.
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