Help and support

Where to find help and support

You and your loved ones will be supported throughout your treatment by a group of specialists.

The clinical nurse specialist, or another member of your specialist team, will be able to give you information on local support services that you may find helpful.

There are also national cancer charities that offer support and information about melanoma skin cancer.

Melanoma Focus

Information, guidance and support for patients, carers and healthcare professionals.

• Website: https://melanomafocus.org/
• Helpline: 0808 801 0777
• Melanoma Focus: support

Melanoma UK

Information and support for anyone affected by melanoma.

• Website: www.melanomauk.org.uk
• Helpline: 0808 171 2455
• Melanoma UK: support

Cancer Research UK

Information and support for anyone affected by cancer.

• Website: www.cancerresearchuk.org
• Nurse helpline: 0808 800 4040
• Cancer Research UK: ask a nurse service
• Cancer Research UK: online cancer chat forum
• Cancer Research UK: find a clinical trial service

Macmillan Cancer Support

Information and support for anyone affected by cancer.

• Website: www.macmillan.org.uk
• Helpline: 0808 808 00 00
• Macmillan Cancer Support: support line service
• Macmillan Cancer Support: online melanoma forum
• Macmillan Cancer Support: find local support services

Marie Curie

Care and support for anyone affected by a terminal illness.

• Website: www.mariecurie.org.uk
• Helpline: 0800 090 2309
• Marie Curie: patient services