Somerset and local in-person support groups

Please call in to our support group organised by Musgrove Park hospital cancer support workers.

Location

The Worlds End
Bradford-on-Tone
Taunton
TA4 1ET

Free parking available onsite, just off the M5, also bus stop across the road (Route 22, 22A)

Time

2pm to 4pm on the last Thursday of the month.

There will be an hour for the activity or speaker on a variety of topics, and an hour to chat or listen within the group.

Complimentary tea or coffee and biscuits provided.

Upcoming dates and speakers

• Thursday 29 August 2024 – Vitality Physiotherapy programme
• Thursday 26 September 2024 – Talking Therapies
• Thursday 31 October 2024 – Role of Cancer Support Workers
• Thursday 28 November – Age UK – services for people 60+

For more information, please email Livingwithandbeyond@SomersetFT.nhs.uk

We are a Taunton-based Breast Cancer Support Group and we are welcoming new members.

Location

St Michael’s Church,
Pitts Close
Taunton
TA1 4TP

Time

9:30am to 12:30pm on the second Tuesday of every month.

For more details email support@tauntonbreastfriends.co.uk

The Minehead Cancer Support Club provides relaxation, refreshment, therapies and information

Everything we offer is free for visitors, their families and carers (voluntary donations are gratefully received).

Just drop in or contact 01643 704893

Location

Sacred Heart Church Hall
Townsend Road
Minehead

Time

Every Monday 2pm to 4pm.

Get that Friday feeling at Bridgwater

We meet every Friday at the Bridgwater Arts Centre 10am to midday. Why not pop along for a cuppa and a cake.

Location

11 Castle Street
Bridgwater
TA6 3DD

Just turn up or call Cathy on 07473 765757

Fighting the Impossible support group is for men caring for partners with cancer.

Location

New Mill pub
102 Bridgwater Road
Bathpool
Taunton
TA2 8BE

Time

8pm to 9pm, every first and third Wednesday of the month.

Come along or contact fightingtheimpossiblegroup@gmail.com

Location

Albemarle Centre
Taunton
TA1 1BA

Time

Last Thursday of every month, 2:30pm to 4:30pm.

Private Facebook and WhatsApp groups for online support and communication.

Contact the Skin Cancer Support Worker on 01823 342621 or skincancer.csw@somersetft.nhs.uk for more information.

We offer support to local people affected by any cancer.  Drop in, bereavement support, active treatment, acupuncture clinic, workshops, events, befriending.

Location

Cross Keys
Chard Street
Axminster
EX13 5DU

Time

Drop in Mondays 2pm to 4pm.

For further information contact Mary Kahn 01297 816559

Email: info@axminsterandlymecancersupport.co.uk

Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support website.

For head and neck cancer patients and their supporters.

We have regular meetings with speakers, and coffee meetings.

Locations and times of meets vary, so please contact:

Email: hansomgroup@hansom.org

Phone or text: 07815 326 178 or 07766313506

We also run a closed Whatsapp group

For anyone affected by cancer (patients, family and friends)

Location

Meet outside the Weir Café
TA1 1AW
By the entrance to Longrun Meadow

Time

Every other Tuesday, rain or shine, 10am

Call Alex 01823 342427 for dates or check our Somerset Cancer Support Facebook page for updates.

Feel free to join us to chat with Cancer Support Worker Alex Farrant, one of the Cancer Nurse Specialist team and others affected by cancer, while having a gentle flat walk.

To join us and for more information, please contact Alex on 01823 342427 or alexandra.farrant@somersetft.nhs.uk

Come for craft, coffee or a chat for anyone at any stage of cancer treatment or recovery. The aim of the group is to better support those affected by cancer and to meet others who understand.

Location

Whealdon Suite 3
Westlands Entertainment Venue
Yeovil
BA20 9DD

Time

Friday’s, 10am to 2pm

Activities

We have a timetable of crafts, activities, and mend it sessions (bring a broken item that needs repairing)

Sept-Dec 2024 Cancer Connect Plan

Coffee and chat at 11:30am

We have regular speakers and monthly visits from the cancer support workers from Yeovil Hospital.

For more information call Becca on 07557 828027 or email info@cancerconnect.co.uk

Monthly support group for Haematology patients, their families and carers, to share experiences and offer each other support.

Location

Day Centre
Weston Hospicecare
28 Thornbury Road
Uphill
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 4YQ

Time

Last Friday on the month (expect on bank holidays) from 2pm to 3pm

Contact Nicola Patch, Macmillan Support Worker
Telephone: 01934 881078 / 881079

Please join us for a chat in our new monthly thyroid support group, a warm, friendly and encouraging group.

Location

Frogmary Green Farm
West Street
South Petherton
TA13 5DJ – in the Farm and Field Cafe

Time

First Friday of every month, 10am to 11am

There is plenty of free parking available and you are welcome to bring family and friends with you. Refreshments available to purchase.

For more information contact Dani on 07826 513896 or daniella.clarke-trott-cracknell@somersetft.nhs.uk

The purpose of the group is to provide support and friendship for those affected by asbestos related illnesses.

Location and time

We meet at 10:30am on the third Tuesday of the month at Monkton Elm Garden Centre Cafe.

Dates

• Tuesday 15 October 2024, 10:30am
• Tuesday 19 November 2024, 10:30am
• Christmas lunch – Tuesday 10 December 2024

For more information, please contact the Lung Nurses at Musgrove Park Hospital on 01823 343820 or our administrator bristolandbeyond1@gmail.com

Have you been diagnosed with Mesothelioma or have lung cancer with possible past exposures to asbestos dust? Often people are not aware of these exposures as the asbestos dust is sometimes not visible or remembered, and so you should always speak with someone about this.

You may have been exposed to asbestos dust between 10 to 60 years ago. It does not matter if you have a smoking history.

Location and time

We meet once a month on a Tuesday for a social time with others in the same position at:

• The White Willow, Bridgwater TA6 6DF – first Tuesday in the month, midday to 1:30pm
• The Old Barn, Yeovil BA20 2NX – second Tuesday in the month, midday to 1:30pm

Complimentary tea and coffee, easy access and parking facilities.

This group is organised by Jo Summerill (former Taunton based nurse) and supported by Amicus Law legal team.