Carers week
Monday 6 June 2022
To mark Carers Week (6-12 June), we'd like to share the support we provide for loved ones.
Carers and loved ones play a vital role in supporting family members or friends with bowel cancer, and this can have a real impact on all aspects of life, from relationships and health to finances and work. Without the right support and information, things can sometimes be more difficult.
You're not alone. We're here for you every step of the way:
- Our online community is a place for carers and loved ones to share experiences, ask questions and support each other. We have groups tailored for your different needs:
- Relatives and friends: an open group for relatives and friends to talk to others and ask questions
- Caregiver support: a private group to discuss issues specifically affecting you as your support your loved ones going through a bowel cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Join our Facebook group for loved ones and carers where people can share information and support each other
- Our nurses are here to help. They can provide you with information and signpost you to further support
- Read our Real Life Stories of loved ones, sharing their perspective on how they're affected by the disease
- Our support and information on emotional wellbeing is here for patients and loved ones. Read our tips on how to manage fear, anxiety and depression, how to develop good sleeping habits as well as coping with a diagnosis
Charities such as Carers Trust and Carers UK can also provide information and advice.
