MESOTHELIOMA CANCER

INFORMATION ON MESOTHELIOMA CANCER

MESOTHELIOMA CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS

MESOTHELIOMA CANCER LIFE STORIES

Information on Mesothelioma Cancer

Mesothelioma is a cancer that usually starts in the layers of tissue that cover each lung (the pleura). More rarely it can start in the peritoneum. The peritoneum is the layer of tissue that covers the organs in your tummy (abdomen). 

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Mesothelioma Cancer Charities

SARAG Yorkshire and Humberside Asbestos Support

SARAG Yorkshire and Humberside Asbestos Support

SARAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos related diseases, and their families, throughout Yorkshire, Humberside, and North Nottinghamshire. We provide a wide range of specialist services which are completely free and confidential and...

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The June Hancock Mesothelioma Research Fund

The June Hancock Mesothelioma Research Fund

We are an independent charity raising funds for research and the care of people with mesothelioma. Telephone: 0114 274 4420 Website: https://www.junehancockfund.org Address: The June Hancock Mesothelioma Research Fund, Riverside East, 2 Millsands, Sheffield, S3...

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Mesothelioma UK

Mesothelioma UK

Mesothelioma UK is a national resource centre dedicated to providing free specialist information, support & improved care and treatment for all patients and carers affected by the asbestos-related cancer, mesothelioma. Telephone: 0800 169 2409...

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Other Useful Resources for Mesothelioma Cancer

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Find a support group for Mesothelioma Cancer

Mesothelioma Support Yorkshire (Messy)

Park Plaza Hotel, Boar Lane Leeds, LS1 5NS
Telephone: Simon Bolton 07717 693 177

We meet every month on Fridays between 2 – 4pm. Meetings will alternate between face to face meetings at Park Plaza and virtual via zoom.

The group aims to provide information, support and practical advice to people affected by Mesothelioma, including patients, friends and families.
All meetings are facilitated by Mesothelioma UK Nurse Specialist Simon Bolton. Working in collaboration with Yorkshire and Humberside Asbestos Victim Support Group (SARAG).
Meetings are free of charge and refreshments are provided.

SARAG Bradford – Support & Social Group

Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Mills, Moorside Road, Eccleshill, Bradford, BD2 3HP

A friendly support and social group for anyone affected by asbestos related disease; family members/carers etc are also very welcome to attend.
Our groups provide the opportunity to have a good chat and to share experiences and advice with people who understand, in an informal setting. SARAG staff and other professionals will be in attendance to offer support and to answer any questions you may have. We also have speakers on relevant subjects at some of our meetings.
A complimentary lunch and hot drinks will be provided.
Meeting on the first Tuesday of every alternate month, from 6th February 2024 onwards.

Time: 12-2pm

Parking onsite/nearby and public transport nearby.
If you’d like to join us, please email enquiries@saragasbestossupport.org or call 07783 510265.

 SARAG Doncaster – Social Group

Tel: 07783 510265
A friendly support and social group for anyone affected by asbestos related disease; family members/carers etc are also very welcome to attend.
Our groups provide the opportunity to have a good chat and to share experiences and advice with people
who understand, in an informal setting. SARAG staff and other professionals will be in attendance to offer
support and to answer any questions you may have. We also have speakers on relevant subjects at some of our meetings.
A complimentary lunch and hot drinks will be provided.
Meeting on the second Tuesday of each month.  Time 1 – 3pm.
Venue: The Flying Scotsman Room, Danum Gallery, Library and Museum, Waterdale, Doncaster, DN1 3BZ
Parking available and public transport nearby.
If you’d like to join us, please email enquiries@saragasbestossupport.org or call 07783510265.

SARAG Hull – Social Lunch Group

Cottingham Civic Hall, 1 Market Green, Cottingham, HU16 5QG
Tel: 07783 510265

A friendly support and social group for anyone affected by asbestos related disease; family members/carers etc are also very welcome to attend.
Our groups provide the opportunity to have a good chat and to share experiences and advice with people who understand, in an informal setting. SARAG staff and other professionals will be in attendance to offer support and to answer any questions you may have.  We also have speakers on relevant subjects at some of our meetings.
A complimentary lunch and hot drinks will be provided.
Meeting on the third Tuesday of each month.

Time: 12-2pm
Venue: Cottingham Civic Hall, 1 Market Green, Cottingham, HU16 5QG
Parking available and public transport nearby.
If you’d like to join us, please email enquiries@saragasbestossupport.org or call 07783 510265.

SARAG Online Bereavement Peer Support Group

Tel:  Deb Williams on 07714172416
A small, friendly, social group for people who have been bereaved by asbestos-related disease. We are here to listen and to provide support within a safe space.
We meet fortnightly online via Zoom; meetings take place every other Wednesday, 10 – 11.30am (day and
time could be subject to change depending on service need). The group is open to those living in the Yorkshire & Humberside area.
Full one-to-one support is available if you are unfamiliar with using Zoom.
For further information or to join us, please email our Bereavement & Family Support worker, Deb Williams at deb@saragasbestossupport.org or you can call/text her on 07714172416.

SARAG Online Social Group

Tel:  07783 510265
A small, friendly social group for people who have been diagnosed with an asbestos related disease. An opportunity to have a good chat and to share experiences and advice with people who understand.
We meet fortnightly online via Zoom; meetings take place every other Friday, 12.30 – 1.30pm. Open to those in the Yorkshire & Humberside area.
Full one-to-one support is available if you are unfamiliar with using Zoom.
For further information or to join us, please email our Activity & Support Worker, Wendy Benfold, on wendy@saragasbestossupport.org or call/text on 07783 510265.

SARAG Sheffield – Bereavement Support Group

Burton Street Foundation, 57 Burton Street Sheffield, S6 2HH
Tel: Deb Williams 07714 172416

We would like to invite you to come along to our small, friendly, support and social group dedicated specifically to people who have been bereaved by asbestos related disease. We are here to listen and to provide support within a safe space and to provide the opportunity to chat to others who understand.
Please come along and join us. A complimentary lunch and hot drinks will be provided.
Meeting on the fourth Tuesday of each month.  Time: 12 – 2pm

Venue: The Burton Pub Room, The Burton Street Foundation, 57 Burton Street, Sheffield, S6 2HH.
Free and accessible parking onsite and public transport nearby.
If you’d like to chat to us to find out more or would like to confirm your attendance, please contact our Bereavement and Family Support Worker, Deb Williams, on 07714172416 or Deb@saragasbestossupport.org

SARAG Sheffield – Support & Social Group

Burton Street Foundation, 57 Burton Street Sheffield, S6 2HH
Telephone: 07783510265 Laura Hogarth

A friendly support and social group for anyone affected by asbestos related disease; family members/carers etc are also very welcome to attend.
Our groups provide the opportunity to have a good chat and to share experiences and advice with people who understand, in an informal setting. SARAG staff and other professionals will be in attendance to offer support and to answer any questions you may have. We also have speakers on relevant subjects at some of our meetings.

A complimentary lunch and hot drinks will be provided.

Meeting on the fourth Tuesday of each month.  Time:12 – 2pm

Venue: The Burton Hall, The Burton Street Foundation, 57 Burton Street, Sheffield, S6 2HH.
Free and accessible parking onsite and public transport nearby.
If you’d like to join us, please email enquiries@saragasbestossupport.org or call 07783510265.

SARAG Wakefield – Bereavement Support Group

St Swithun’s Community Centre, Arncliffe Rd, Wakefield, WF1 4RR
Telephone: 07714 172416

We would like to invite you to come along to our small, friendly, support and social group dedicated specifically to people who have been bereaved by asbestos related disease. We are here to listen and to provide support within a safe space and to provide the opportunity to chat to others who understand.
Please come along and join us. A complimentary lunch and hot drinks will be provided.

Meeting on the first Tuesday of each month.  Time: 12 – 2pm

Venue: St Swithun’s Community Centre, Arncliffe Rd, Wakefield, WF1 4RR

If you’d like to join us, please email Deb@saragasbestossupport.org or call 07714 172416.

 

SARAG Wakefield – Support & Social Group

St Swithun’s Community Centre, Arncliffe Rd, Wakefield, WF1 4RR

A friendly support and social group for anyone affected by asbestos related disease; family members/carers etc are also very welcome to attend.
Our groups provide the opportunity to have a good chat and to share experiences and advice with people who understand, in an informal setting. SARAG staff and other professionals will be in attendance to offer support and to answer any questions you may have. We also have speakers on relevant subjects at some of our meetings.
A complimentary lunch and hot drinks will be provided.
Meeting on the first Tuesday of every alternate month, from 2 January 2024 onwards.  After the final meeting on 5th November 2024, this group will close.

Time: 12-2pm
Parking onsite/nearby and public transport nearby.
If you’d like to join us, please email enquiries@saragasbestossupport.org or call 07783 510265.

SARAG York – Social Group

St Olave’s Church Hall, Marygate Lane, York, YO30 7BJ

A friendly support and social group for anyone affected by asbestos related disease; family members/carers etc are also very welcome to attend.
Our groups provide the opportunity to have a good chat and to share experiences and advice with people who understand, in an informal setting. SARAG staff and other professionals will be in attendance to offer support and to answer any questions you may have. We also have speakers on relevant subjects at some of our meetings.
A complimentary lunch and hot drinks will be provided.
Meeting on the third Monday of each month.

Time: 12-2pm
Venue: St Olave’s Church Hall, Marygate Lane, York YO30 7BJ
Situated next to a large car park and with public transport close by.
If you’d like to join us, please email enquiries@saragasbestossupport.org or call 07783 510265.

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