Support
Coping with radiotherapy
Many people, quite naturally,
feel emotionally upset and frightened following the diagnosis of
cancer. It may be difficult to adjust to what is happening. Finding
out about your treatment may help you to understand your fears and
help you to cope better. There is a wide range of help and advice
available to support people who are affected by cancer at the BHOC.
Please see the information below for some of the services we
provide.
The BHOC information and support centre
The BHOC Cancer
Information and Support Centre is a drop-in centre for anyone
affected by cancer. It is full of information about cancer and
treatments available in different forms including leaflets,
booklets, audiocassettes, videos, DVDs and via the Internet. You
will also be able to find information about sources of practical
help and support to do with living with cancer. They also have a
wig and headscarf shop and information about the "look good, feel
better" sessions. Find out more about what support is
available.
The Cancer Information and
Support Centre is located next to the Main Reception on level 4 of
the BHOC.
Opening Times:
Monday - Thursday: 9.00am -
5.00pm
Friday: 9.00am -
4.30pm
Helpline: 0117 342
3369
What other support is available?
Your clinical nurse
specialist, the treatment radiographers and other healthcare
professionals you may meet will all support you in any way they
can. Further information and support can be obtained from the
organisations and websites on the 'patient leaflets'
page.
There are psychological
health services at the BHOC specifically to support people affected
by cancer. The services consist of the Cancer Information and
Support Centre on level 4, and a team of clinical psychologists who
work with patients when they are experiencing emotional or personal
difficulties as a result of a cancer diagnosis.
You may feel you would like
to talk to a psychologist or counsellor. If this is the case,
please ask the team or at the Cancer Information and Support Centre
about the services available within and outside of the
hospital.
Radiotherapy open evenings
The radiotherapy open evenings will be held on the first and
third Wednesday of every month. Starting at 6.30pm sharp from BHOC
Level 4 reception. For more information or to book your slot please
contact Jancis Kinsman, 0117 342 4469 or email jancis.kinsman@uhbristol.nhs.uk
