Cambridge Cancer Help Centre

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Cambridge Cancer Help Centre We offer support to local families living with Cancer

Call for support on 01223 840 105 We offer free support to local families facing a Cancer diagnosis.

In our community there are excellent hospitals, doctors and nurses and we work to maintain links with the local services that provide diagnosis, treatment and hospice care. However, there are often long periods between visits to the clinic, diagnosis and treatment. We aim to fill those gaps during which time many feel anxious, depressed and alone, by providing understanding and a listening ear, putting people in touch with others in a similar situation and by providing complementary therapies, counselling, self-help groups, relaxation sessions and much more. We do not provide medical advice or treatment. At the Centre, people can speak openly in a warm and friendly environment. Indeed, the sense of a “safe haven”, psychological encouragement, friendship and mutual support – being able to give as well as receive – are seen as some of the most valuable benefits the Centre has to offer. The Centre is currently open Monday to Wednesday 10am to 4pm. If you would like to know more, please see our website https://cambridgecancerhelp.org/ or contact us on 01223 840105 or email [email protected].

📑TAI CHI & MINDFULNESS 👍 👍 The study, of nearly 600 participants, found that both practices lessened fatigue and the imp...
07/10/2026

📑TAI CHI & MINDFULNESS 👍 👍

The study, of nearly 600 participants, found that both practices lessened fatigue and the impact of pain on daily life vs a waitlist control. Tai chi also boosted sleep quality to a small degree.

The findings, published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, Journal of Clinical Oncology , come from a partially randomized trial — where participants were allowed to choose either tai chi or mindfulness practices, if they had a preference.

Both interventions appeared helpful, though the effects on symptoms were generally mild, said senior researcher Linda E. Carlson, PhD, a professor of oncology at the University of Calgary University of Calgary , Cu***ng School of Medicine in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

🧘 KEY POINTS of the study:
•Tai chi + mindfulness modestly ↓ cancer-related fatigue vs waitlist.
•Both interventions ↓ pain interference with daily life.
•Tai chi modestly improved sleep quality; MBCR did not.
•Fatigue and pain gains met minimal clinically important difference.
•Benefits seen in 587 cancer survivors; effects generally mild.

😌 If you’d like to try Tai Chi and attend a mindfulness session we offer both at the cancer centre - find out when see website / link in bio or 📧 [email protected]

02/10/2026

👟 Why do people take up challenges to support our special centre?

Zara had a brilliant reason to raise funds for . Congratulations 🥳 to her on completing the 30 Day challenge.

🙏 We are so grateful to Zara for giving back to . Her support enables us to help many more people suffering with cancer and the after effects. The centre is a very friendly place. When cancer can feel so overwhelming the care, therapies, support sessions and movement classes provide a huge uplift in people’s lives.

If you want to join Zara in raising funds how about joining our for the team - yes WE HAVE SPACES! Contact us today - links in bio / https://mailchi.mp/cambridgecancerhelp/2027-cambridge-half-marathon

Cambridge Half Marathon TEAM PERKS!🏃🏻‍♀️ We are offering training sessions if you join our Cambridge Cancer Help Centre ...
29/09/2026

Cambridge Half Marathon TEAM PERKS!

🏃🏻‍♀️ We are offering training sessions if you join our Cambridge Cancer Help Centre Cambridge Half Marathon team. We have some very experienced runners who will guide us all through a training programme, top tips on warm ups and cool downs and the right nutrition. On the days we meet in person, we will do a run together so plenty of time to chat and compare notes!

📌 First in person session is on Saturday 28th November, meeting at the Cambridge Cancer Help Centre at 9am. We will warm up together, do a short run and afterwards have time for a training chat over a cuppa ☕️ !

✍️ Our team will be fun and very supportive so please sign up today, as we still have about 20 places left. But be quick as lots have been snapped up this week!

Contact us via link in bio / https://mailchi.mp/cambridgecancerhelp/2027-cambridge-half-marathon

📧 [email protected]
☎️ 01223 840 105

27/09/2026

MOVEMENT & DANCE for everyone 💃🏻

Alison runs our dance and movement sessions at the centre. These are so popular and more people joining each week. It is highly inclusive whether you are standing or sitting. One thing is certain you’ll feel happier 😊 having joined one of Alison’s sessions.

We are really enjoying the weekly visits from medical students University of Cambridge . They come to chat to our member...
23/09/2026

We are really enjoying the weekly visits from medical students University of Cambridge . They come to chat to our members, find out about our work and gain insights into cancer and how it affects all those we work with.

We look forward to welcoming more students at our centre, do contact us if you are interested.

We 🧡 hosting Look Good Feel Better UK at the centre. It’s always a fun filled session. Last week we were thrilled that o...
22/09/2026

We 🧡 hosting Look Good Feel Better UK at the centre. It’s always a fun filled session. Last week we were thrilled that one of our therapists Veronica Hayes | Tropic Ambassador was there with TROPIC .

Look out for future Look Good Feel Better sessions Cambridge Cancer Help Centre and enjoy a little pampering.

18/09/2026

WHY RUN WITH US?

We are creating a fun filled team! Many of our team will be running 🏃🏻‍♀️ / walking 🚶‍♂️ the and we would 💚 you to join us. 🤩

🤗 Our team will support you through your training and on the day. We are also excited as we have experienced athletes who are going to help create training plans and organise training sessions.

📍 The first one is already planned for Saturday 28th September meeting (next to , Shelford)

😃 If you run with us you will get to know us and what we do as a charity. We’d be delighted for you to visit to see the great work that goes on at the centre - we might even offer you a complementary therapy! Basically we are here for you - we are a small, local charity with a big 💚 ,offering vital support for those affected by cancer.

Sign up via 🔗 in bio / on our website:
https://mailchi.mp/cambridgecancerhelp/2027-cambridge-half-marathon

HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🥳 ARTHUR - 84 going on 21! Arthur is one of our super ⭐️ trustees. He works tirelessly raising vital fund...
16/09/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🥳 ARTHUR - 84 going on 21!

Arthur is one of our super ⭐️ trustees. He works tirelessly raising vital funds for the charity. He leads on all our grant applications to trusts, foundations and corporations. His energy and drive is truly inspirational.

🙏 for all you do and have a wonderful day.

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David Rayner Building, 120 Cambridge Road
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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm

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