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USEFUL CONTACT NUMBERS
Advocacy Services ASIST Assist, Winton House, Stoke Road,
Stoke-‐on-‐Trent 01782 845584 www.asist.co.uk
Cathy James Provides advocacy for vulnerable patients ie people with mental illness and learning disability. Asist act as a voice for the patient and is able to attend hospital appointments and provide true advocacy in any areas of the patients life.
Staffordshire Cancer Advocacy and Support Project
01782 844036 [email protected]
Kath Curley Provides advocacy and support to anyone aged 50 or over who has been affected by cancer. This organisation provides support to people in the community. They are able to liaise with Housing Associations, attend Community Care Assessments and other general support services. Refer via telephone or email. The service is due to go live July 14
Benefits Advice Description Disability Solutions North Staffordshire Medical
Institute, Hartshills Road, Stoke,ST4 7NY
01782 667321 macmillan@diability-‐solutions.net
Chris Cordon Provides a benefits advice service specifically for people with cancer and their relatives. Offers home visiting where appropriate and attends Stafford Hospital every Thursday from 1pm. (appointment
only) Referral and Benefits Checklist forms must be completed
DWP Attendance Allowance Personal Independence Payment
03456056055 0800 917 2222
Order forms Complete forms on line
Bereavement/ Counselling Services
Katharine House Hospice
Weston Road, Stafford, ST16 3SB 01785 254645 [email protected]
Judith Locker Provides individual and group counselling sessions to patients and relatives. This service helps people cope with illness, loss and grief. Free service however patients much already be registered wth the Hospice.
Stafford Bereavement and Loss
Catherine House, Weston Rd, Stafford, ST16 3SB
01785 273768 Available 10am – 12pm daily. Phone to make referral.
Cruse, South Staffordshire
Lichfield, WS13 United Kingdom
01543 433 479 [email protected]
Contact directly to make referral.
Cancer Support Groups
Brain Tumour The Headcases (Macmillan)
Meets first Wednesday of the month, at Longton and Meir British Legion club, meetings start at 7.30pm
01782 722297
Hammer Out The group meet on the 3rd Thursday 0845 450 1039 Rosemary Supported by Neurological Cancer
of each month between 7pm and 8.30pm
07546912594 [email protected] 01782 675272
Wormington Catherine James CNS
Specialist Nurse offers an opportunity to share experiences, to ask any questions, be listened to and relax.
Breast
Breast Surgery and Mastectomy Support Group
The group meets 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7.30pm – 9pm.
01782 388977 01782 634056 [email protected]
Betty Mary
Burton and District Breast Care
Meet on the 1stTuesday in the month 7pm – 8.30pm in the Breast Care Unit, Queens Hospital, Burton
01283 511511 Ext 5349 [email protected]
Butterflies Breast Care Support Group (Macmillan)
Mondays at 7.00pm for 7.30pm once a month (Not July or August) on various dates. We meet at the Constitutional Club, 5 Lloyd Street, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 3AS.
01889 882468/01785 245408 [email protected]
Mrs Pamela Ann Bray
Pinfold Pink Meets on 3rd Tuesday of every month from 4.30pm at Penkridge Medical Practice, Pinfold Lane, Penkridge.
01785 711124 01902 790936 01785 715540 [email protected]
Janet Peel Margaret Wootton Joan Proctor
Meetings are informative with guest speakers however light hearted with a chat over a cup of tea.
The Optimists Breast cancer support group in Staffordshire Moorlands. Meetings held on last Monday of the month 6pm – 7.30pm at Leek Moorlands
01538 360958 01298 83362
Doreen Ann
Hospital [email protected]
Burntwood Breast Care
Meets on 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10am till 1pm at Burntwood Library, Sankey’s Corner, Burntwood
07779102272 07779995620 [email protected] +
Pauline Marie
Support ladies of all ages living with breast cancer at any stage of diagnosis or treatment.
Children’s Cancer Children’s Cancer Alliance
[email protected] 01785 220637 Rachael Olley
Colorectal The Bowel Cancer Support Group
Meet alternate months on Wednesdaysat Stafford and Cannock hospitals. Wednesday 5th February 2014 5.00-‐6.30PM Wednesday 4th June 2014 5.00-‐6.30PM Wednesday 8th October 2014 5.00-‐6.30PM
01785 230606 [email protected]
Colorectal Nursing Team
Colostomy Association
2 Parker Jervis Road, West Coyney, Stoke-‐on-‐Trent, ST3 5RP
01782 324441 [email protected]
Ernie Hulme
I A (Ileostomy and Internal
Flat 2, (Rear of 42), Ashland Road, Stoke-‐on-‐Trent, ST4 6QS
01782 710828 [email protected]
Joan Brough
Bottoms Up Club 01782 672802
Deanna Latham Paul Hopkins
Haematology Haematology Support Group
Meets every two months on a Wednesday 1pm – 2pm at the New Vic Theatre (Upstairs Cafe), Basford
01782 672550 [email protected]
Ian Chamberlain Support group for patients with haematological malignancies and their carers
k
Stafford Lymphoma Support Group
Meetings are held on alternate months at the Post Graduate Centre, Stafford General Hospital
01785 252328 01785 714322
Barbara Gill
Head and Neck The Head Cases
Meets 1st Wednesday of every month at 7.30pm at the British Legion Club, 197 Meir Road, Longton, Stoke-‐On-‐Trent
01785 886083 [email protected] 01782 722297
CNS Jacqueline Miller Mike Boughey
Aimed at any head and neck cancer patients
North Staffordshire Lost Chord Group (Laryngectomee Support )
Meet monthly on the 1stTuesday at 2 pm, at the Royal British Legion Club, 197 Meir Road, Longton, Stoke on Trent, ST3 7JF
01538 753084 [email protected]
Anthony Joynes
Aimed mainly for laryngectomy patients although any head and neck cancer patient is welcome
Lung Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation (Macmillan)
08712205426
Roy Caste Lung Cancer Support Group
Meetings held on the last Wednesday of each month from 2pm – 4pm at the Quaker Meeting House, Miller Street (off King St), Newcastle-‐under-‐Lyme, ST5 1QJ
01782 674067 01782 674065
Alison Bain Marie Dillon
Prostate Prostate Cancer Support Group
Meetings held every other month on the 1stTuesday (4 Feb) at the Post Graduate Centre, Stafford Hospital. Meeting runs from 6-‐8pm
01785 886675 01785 255731 ext 3042 [email protected]
Debbie Clifford
Clare Pearce
The group consists of men and their families living with and dealing with prostate cancer.
North Staffs Prostate Cancer Support
Meetings are held every 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6pm
01782 722168/01782 393623
Helpline
Group – 8pm at Joiners Square Community Centre, Cornes Street, Hanley, Stoke-‐on-‐Trent
01782 679370 [email protected]
Karen Moore/Kay Willard
Ken Smedley
Skin Melanoma Patient’s Support Group
Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month, at 7pm, at The Cornerstone Community Centre, 65 Mill Street, Silverdale, Stoke on Trent ST5 6PF
01782 674699 01782 560610 07718 648472 [email protected]
Gwen Rylands Ernest Green
Urology Urostomy Association (Macmillan)
01889 563191 Hazel Pixley
Generic Support Groups
Beacon International Meets 2nd Thursday of every month at 10.30am. Meets at the Bistro Beacon International, Technology Park, Hanson Court, Stafford
07971 339141
Carole Allan Provides support to anyone who has had a cancer diagnosis.
Forward and Beyond (FAB)
Meetings held every Wednesday between 1.30pm and 4.30pm at Health House Farm, Caverswall Old Road, Forsbrook, Stoke-‐on-‐Trent, ST11 9BQ
07989 888041 [email protected]
A support group for cancer patients run by fellow cancer patients
New Horizons Meet fortnightly on a Tuesday from 1pm – 3pm at North Staffs Carers Association
01782 324569 No email
A self-‐help and support group for people who have been affected by life-‐threatening illnesses such as cancer but who no longer need
nursing care. Moorlands Cancer Support Group
Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month 7.30pm – 9pm at Bethel Chapel, Tape Street, Cheadle, ST10 1BG Meets on the 1st Thursday of each month from7.30-‐m – 9pm at Biddulph Town Hall, Biddulph Meets 2nd Thursday of each month from 7.30pm at Trinity Church, Derby Street, Leek
01538 752366 01538 266358 01538 750485 01782 522378 01782 522783
Ron
Robert
Diane
Tricia
Jeanette
Sheila Bird
Harold Critchlow
Is a self-‐help and support group for anyone affected by cancer
Macmillan Helpline Available Mon – Frid 9am – 8pm 08088080000 Provide emotional support and cancer information over the phone.
Katharine House Hospice – Carers Support Group
Meetings are held every other Tuesday 2pm – 4pm in the Day Care Unit, Katharine House, Weston Road, Stafford, ST16 3SB
01785 270802 01785 254645
Jill Knight For people caring for someone with a progressive life-‐limiting illness.
• Provides emotional support • A programme of practical
tips to make caring easier • Advice on diet • Complementary therapies • Relaxation sessions • Activity sessions • Local trips out
Carer Support and Social Care Organisations
Age Concern UK Bradbury House, Weston Road, Stafford ST16 3RS
01785 607065 [email protected]
Allison Montgomory Sharon Tina
Homecare service – cleaning, shopping and pension collected (cost) £12.60
www.ageukstafford.org.uk k Jennie – Ac cess team Personal care – showering, bathing Gardening service -‐ £16.60 Day care for people with dementia – information and advice Luncheon clubs – transport provided £20 (Staying Active) Refer via telephone -‐Self referral
Age Concern UK 15 Station Road, Stone ST16 0RT 01785 817906 Jenny Losh Provides local social groups and support to people over 65. Form Filling Coffee mornings 50p and luncheon clubs £6.50 Befriending schemes Exercise classes Refer via telephone -‐Self referral
British Red Cross 07730192986 [email protected]
Isaac Maburiro Service available to patients living in Stafford, Cannock, Rugeley and surrounding areas.
• Help settle back at home when discharged from hospital
• Make sure heating is turned on, on return from hospital
• Essential food shopping • Collect pension or benefits • Provide information about
activities in local community
• Support with letter writing and form filling
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and carers
• Provide a sitting service (carer respite)
• Accompany people during shopping trips
• Call to check patients are safe and well
• Collect prescriptions • Arrange for medicine to be
transferred into dosset boxes
• Provide support with washing, dressing ect
• Arrange for utility bills to be transferred to Direct Debit
• Collect clothing and arrange for items to be laundered
• Transport patients to medical appointments
• Transport patients home from hospital
• Purchase clothing • Purchase furniture/bed
liner/white goods • Signpost to other services • Liaise with friends and
family, social workers/discharge teams
and other organisation on patients behalf
• Carry out a home safety assessment
Carers Association Austin Friars, Stafford, ST17 4AP 01785 222365 [email protected]
Mandy Rollins Helena Tranter
Provides support to carersRugeley, Cannock and Stafford. Run support events, groups and information services. Carers Respite Fund – Available to anyone who is a carer and requires a break. Carers Welfare Fund – Applicants must be over 18 and caring for a person over 18 years old. Available for carers to access pampering or any other treats. Young carers service – under 18 Provides home visits to offer emotional support to carers Refer via telephone – Self referral
Katharine House Hospice – Carers Support Group
Meetings are held every other Tuesday 2pm – 4pm in the Day Care Unit, Katharine House, Weston Road, Stafford, ST16 3SB
01785 270802 01785 254645
Gill Knight For people caring for someone with a progressive life-‐limiting illness.
• Provides emotional support • A programme of practical
tips to make caring easier • Advice on diet • Complementary therapies • Relaxation sessions
• Activity sessions • Local trips out
Hospice at Home Katharine House, Weston Road,
Stafford 07966502551 Provide respite to carers of patients
with an advanced life-‐limiting condition. Support people living in Stafford, Stone, Uttoxeter and Cannock Referral form must be completed.
Staffordshire Social Services (Staffordshire Carers)
Staffordshire County Council, Number 1 Staffordshire Place, Stafford ST16 2LP
0300 111 8010 Helpline Staffordshire care provides support to people living in the community. They can provide support with the following: Personal Care Carers Assessments Physio Re-‐enablement Occupational Therapy Pet support Self referrals acceptable.
Staffordshire Social Services ( Hospital team)
Mid Staffs Hospital, Weston Road, Stafford
01785 230920 Ext 4920 Can only provides support for patients who have been admitted to hospital. Provide the same support at the community team Referrals are via CNS’s
Complimentary Therapies
Katherine House Hospice
Weston Road, Stafford, ST16 3SB 01785 254645
Cath Browning Provides Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Tai Chi Referrals forms must be completed and patients can only access services if already registered with hospice.
Generalist Advice Agencies
Cannock Citizens Advice Bureau
48 Allport Road, Cannock, WS11 1DY 08444 111 444 Adviceine/ 01543 502236
Provides free advice around employment, consumer, housing, debt and any other legal matter Adviceline number should be given and appointment will be made directly with patients
Rugeley Citizens Advice Bureau
7 Brook Square, Rugeley, SW15 2DU 08444 111 444 Adviceline/ 01889 580633
Provides free advice around employment, consumer, housing, debt and any other legal matter Adviceline number should be given and appointment will be made directly with patients
Stafford Citizens Advice Bureau
131/141 North Walls, Stafford, ST16 3AD
08444 111 444 Adviceline Provides free advice around employment, consumer, housing, debt and any other legal matter Adviceline number should be given and appointment will be made directly with patients
Stone Citizens Advice Stone Town Council Office, 15 08444 111 444 Provides free advice around
Bureau Station Road, Stone, ST15 8JP Adviceline employment, consumer, housing, debt and any other legal matter Adviceline number should be given and appointment will be made directly with patients
Wombourne Citizens Advice Bureau
Civic Centre, Gravel Hill, Wombourne, WV5 9HA
08444 111 444 Adviceline/01902 897757
Provides free advice around employment, consumer, housing, debt and any other legal matter Adviceline number should be given and appointment will be made directly with patients
Signposts Stafford Auden Way, Highfields, ST17 9TX 01785 223860 Ken.down@signposts-‐services.org.uk
Ken Down Provide a variety of support services to people living in Highfield. They offer a Job Club on Wednesday afternoons 1pm – 2.30pm Refer via telephone – self referral
Food Banks Rugeley Food Bank Rugeley Community Church, Frank
Rogers Walk, Rugeley, WS15 2YP 07977338601
Dave Dunham Provides food parcels to anyone in desperate need living in Rugeley. Voucher form must be completed by MISC and given to patient to take to Food Bank Open Tues and Frid am
Cannock Food Bank Pye Green Christian Centre, Pye Green Road, Cannock
01543 428079 07531924721
Sharon Jaggar David Spencer
Provides food parcels to anyone in desperate need living in Cannock. Voucher form must be completed by MISC and given to patient to take to Food Bank
Open Tues and Frid pm
House of Bread Holly Trinity Church, Stafford 07185 257475 07928392594 07720850720
Andy Mullin William Morris
Provides food prarcels to anyone in desperate need living in Stafford. House of Bread also provides a soup kitchen.
Grant Providers Cancer Recovery Foundation
Garden Studios, 71-‐75 Shelton Street
London
WC2H 9JQ
0207 470 8755 www.cancerrecovery.org.uk/financial-‐support
Through our Family Emergency Fund, Cancer Recovery Foundation has provided financial assistance to families in need, towards things such as past due utility bills, council tax, telephone bills or rent. This can help to reduce the stress caused by financial worries resulting from loss of income following a cancer diagnosis.
The Willow Foundation
Willow House 18 Salisbury Square Hatfield Hertfordshire AL9 5BE
www.willowfoundation.org.uk
01707 259 777 Willow is the only UK charity supporting seriously ill 16 to 40 year olds by providing unique and positive Special Days.
Macmillan Cancer Support
Enbankment, London 020 7840 7840 www.macmillan.org.uk
CLIC Sargent 0300 330 0803 Gives grants to help with immediate financial needs. Any family with a child or young person aged 24 or under who is receiving treatment for cancer or palliative care can apply. Applications need to be made through a CLIC Sargent
social worker or healthcare professional.
Turn2us 0808 802 2000 Helps people find specific charities that may be able to offer financial assistance. You can apply through their website or call.
Health and Wellbeing Organisations
Changes Health and Wellbeing
Victoria Court, Booth Street, Stoke ST4 4AL
01782 845660 Stoke 01889 567436 Uttoxeter 01283 500805 Burton-‐Upon-‐Trent
Jackie Williams Uttoxeter, Burton providing support around mental health issues. Drop in centres, confidence building programmes, peer support group and social groups. Refer via telephone -‐Self referral
Health Evolution (healthy eating)
www.health-‐evolution.co.uk 07970043828 Ann Malone Advice on healthy eating specifically for people with cancer. Looking at health choices, scientific evidence based. Programme involves practical cooking courses. Penny Brohn model. 4 classes over 4 week period. Cognitive behavioural Therapy. Costing not yet calculated however won’t exceed £20. Refer via website or telephone -‐ Self Referral
Katherine House Hospice
Weston Road, Stafford, ST16 3SB 01785 270819
Cath Browning Provide Wellbeing training every Thursday 9.30am – 3pm around anxiety, breathlessness and fatigue. 6 week programme for people with
life limiting conditions. Courses are free and lunch provided. Referral forms must be completed.
Odyssey Odyssey, Suilven, Marconi Lane
Tywyn Gwynedd, LL36 9HN
0845 363 2207
Odyssey draws on the majesty of
the outdoor environment, the Arts,
the stimulation of uncertainty and
surprise to help cancer patients of
all ages and backgrounds regain
their confidence and zest for life.
The course aims to help
participants overcome the
emotional and physical devastation
caused by the illness by allowing
them to move beyond a time of
introspection and despair, and
regain a sense of control of the
next stage of their lives. We believe
that access to the course should
not be limited by financial
considerations so sufficient funds
are raised to enable us to offer all
places at no cost to the participant.
Penny Brohn Cancer Care
Chapel Pill Lane, Pill, Bristol, BS20 0HH
01275 370111
Nicola Bancroft Run Health and Wellbeing courses which cover Guidance on eating well, Relaxation, Support with symptoms and side effects. Must contact for dates of upcoming courses and locations.
Walking for Health www.walkforhealth.org.uk Walking for Health is working in partnership with Macmillan and provides short walks specific for people with cancer. Look on website and input postcode to get details of local walking groups Refer via website -‐ Self referrals
Swimming After Surgery
Chase Leisure Centre, Stafford Road WS11 4AL
01543 501520 George Gaye Run woman’s only swim sessions on Tuesdays 2pm – 3pm. Sessions are free of charge. Contact Leisure Centre to book place.
Staffordshire Alcohol 29 Eastgate St, Stafford ST16 2LZ
01785 224771
One to one structured counselling for patients experiencing alcohol problems. Cannock, Burton, Tamworth and Stafford One to one support for carers and relatives. Refer via telephone -‐ Self referrals
Staffordshire Stop Smoking
www.staffordshirestopsmoking.co.uk 03452450759 Staffordshire Stop Smoking is a team who provide advice and tools to support people with cancer to stop smoking. Look on website and input postcode to get details of local group. Telephone helpline available Mon – Sat 9am to 5pm Refer via telephone/website -‐ Self referral
Mid Staffordshire MIND
Point South, Park Plaza, Hayes Way, Cannock, WS12 2DB
01543 496876
Sophie Phillips Provides a variety of support services to people with mental health problems. Befriending, support groups and educational courses Refer via telephone -‐ Self referral
Boots Queens Retail Park, Stafford 01785 245736
DavidAtthey (Pharmacist)
01785 251208
Martin Desaeger (Store Manager)
Lorraine McAuley (No 7 Beautician)
Provides information to patients around prescriptions and cancer medication.
Home Support Services
Age Concern UK Bradbury House, Weston Road, Stafford ST16 3RS www.ageukstafford.org.uk
01785 607060 Allison Montgomory Homecare service – cleaning, shopping and pension collected Personal care – showering, bathing Gardening service Day care for people with dementia – information and advice Luncheon clubs – transport provided Costs applied to all services Refer via telephone -‐Self referral
Age Concern UK 15 Station Road, Stone ST16 0RT 01785 817906 Jenny Losh Provides local social groups and support to people over 65. Form Filling Coffee mornings (50p – 60p) and luncheon clubs (£6.50) Befriending schemes Exercise classes Refer via telephone -‐ Self referral
Berkswich Good Neighbour Scheme
07599 956939 Provide befriending in locality
Crossroads Care Clive Villa, 22 Crematory Road, Stoke 01782 268391 [email protected]
Angela Ahuja Provides a sitting service to people with disabilities or housebound due to illness. £13.75 per hour Emergency response service – if family member taken away for
home in an emergency, can provide 48 hour emergency care. Free service Refer via telephone – self referral
Royal Voluntary Service
Wrvs, 29 Charles Street, Stoke, ST1 3JP
01782 213489
Stafford – Luncheon clubs and
telephone Befriending
Stoke and Newcastle -‐
Will visit you at home and work
with you to create a support
package that suits you. This may
include:
• A lift to an appointment at the
doctors or hospital
• Someone to take you to the
shops or to visit friends
• Help with your shopping
• Some company and a chat with
regular visits from a Royal
Voluntary Service volunteer
• Befriending
• Collecting a prescription.
• Help with the garden or a little
bit of practical help around the
house
• Lunch clubs and social activities
Including trips and days out.
Referral form must be
completed
See Social Services Details also filed under Carer Support and Social Care Organisations
Spiritual Support
Hospital Chaplaincy 1st Floor, Stafford Hospital, Stafford 01785 230930 Ext 4930 Deacon David McCarroll Rev Marilyn Coulter Father Peter Stamer
Can provide emotional and spiritual
support to patients. Can provide
details of local churches and make
referrals
Catherine House Hospice
Weston Road, Stafford 01785 254645 Penny Graysmith This service is aimed at patients
and relatives affected by a life
limiting disease.
Pastoral Care Volunteers are able
to lead services of prayer, pray with
you , bring you Holy Communion or
arrange for you to receive Holy
Communion.
Transport/Parking Ambulance Service Mid Staffs Hospital 03332 400265 All chemotherapy patients are
entitled to free ambulance transport. Bookings must be make 24 hours prior to appointment and can be taken up to three weeks before.
Ambulance Service Stoke 01782 676666 Community Link – Transport
Shott House, Drummond Road, Astonfields, ST16 3EL
01785 252050 01785 252050 or 0800 043 6672 – Bookings [email protected]
Ian Bowen Stafford town boundary for dial a ride. Stafford Borough & mid South Staffordshire for the Community Mini Bus Will collect up to two people and drop off at hospital (can stay will people if alone if necessary) £27 each way for patient attending Stoke Mon-‐Fri 9am -‐ 1pm Telephone to book transport
Rugeley/Chase Voluntary Car Scheme
01889 584843 [email protected]
Mrs Julie Horobin
Rugeley, Brereton, Armitage, Colton, Little Haywood, Hednesford, Cannock, Heath Hayes, Norton Canes, Wimblebury, Huntington, Hazelslade, Gentleshaw, Chase Terrace, Cannock Wood, Burntwood
Office hours 10am-‐1.30pm Monday to Thursday Telephone to book transport
Mid Staffs Foundation NHS Trust Parking Policy
Ext 4387 Angela Greasley, Car Park Manager
All patients undergoing cancer treatment are entitled to free hospital parking. Patients should attend the Chemotherapy unit where their chip will be exchanged for a chip which will allow them to exit free of change. In the event that Chemotherapy Unit runs out of chips, visit the security office in main reception and they will exchange chip for patients
Staffordshire County Council Customer Service Centre Blue Badge Scheme
Staffordshire County Council Wedgwood Building Tipping Street Stafford ST16 2DH
0300 111 8000 or [email protected]
Emily Doorbar Patients whose mobility is affected by cancer treatment are entitled to apply for a blue badge from the County Council. CNS support is required as there is a mobility checklist which needs to be completed prior to making a referral. Patients are provided the blue badge until such times as their
mobility improves – the scheme does not allow patients unlimited use. Badges must be returned when mobility has improved.
Mid Staffs Foundation NHS Trust
Travel Fees Reimbursements – Cashiers office.
Ext. 4153 Travel Reimbursement is provided to everyone who meets the criteria below:
• Claiming Income Support • Claiming Income Based Job
Seekers Allowance • Claiming Pension Credit
Guarantee • Has a NHS Tax Credit
Certificate or card • HC2 Certificate • Partial Help on a HC3 form • Claiming Employment and
Support Allowance Where patients are under 16 years old or consultants have requested an escort come with patients expenses will be paid to visitors. No payments will be paid to visitors unless the above criteria are met. Visitors must apply for a community care grants Patients must produce evidence of qualifying benefit and copy of appointment letter to gain reimbursement of costs
Patient has three months in which to claim. Forms must be completed and available at Trusts cashiers office. Patients and patients children (under 16) expenses are paid Petrol costs, bus/train fares, parking Only pay taxi fares where no other way for patient to travel (no bus route) or where consultant has produced a letter stating that patient needs to travel by taxi on health grounds. Patients using voluntary transport will be reimbursed as long as receipts are produced.
Wheelchair Hire Red Cross 01785 279840 Michelle Phone between 1pm – 3pm daily to
arrange temporary use of wheel chairs and other mobility aids.
Will Services Cancer Research UK Calling 0300 123 7733 Provides details of solicitors in
locality who provide free will writing services
