Stories
Stories are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're sharing your story around the kitchen table in a ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's centre, online or in the press. These stories bring people together, break down stigmas, open up conversations and build communities.
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Pete on the importance of sharing experiences
Date: Wednesday 29 January 2020
I was so inspired by talking to other people at ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's that I helped to restart the head and neck support group.
Gill's story – 10k for ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's even though I hate running
Date: Tuesday 28 January 2020
Gill took on a running challenge to help other people the way ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøâ€™s helped her.
Laura's story – ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's helped me in my darkest moments
Date: Tuesday 28 January 2020
Newcastle mum finds solace in ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøâ€™s and runs the Great North Run.
Christine's story – raising money with cake
Date: Tuesday 28 January 2020
Christine hosted a Kitchen Table Day to raise funds for ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's and to raise awareness after her husband's death.
Dan's story - I was told I would never walk again
Date: Wednesday 22 January 2020
Dan came to ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's for support and now runs exercise sessions.
Carole's story - I felt lost when my treatment ended
Date: Wednesday 22 January 2020
After treatment finished ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's helped Carole find techniques to help her move forward.
Tom's story – ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's gave us financial breathing space
Date: Sunday 19 January 2020
Tom tells us how ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's helped when he and his partner were struggling financially.
Graeme's story – why I cycled 1,180 miles for ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøâ€™s
Date: Wednesday 15 January 2020
Graeme tells us how he wanted to raise awareness for ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's, but also raised an incredible £24,000.
Martin's story – Culture Crawl helped us say thanks
Date: Tuesday 14 January 2020
Martin tells us how his bereavement group at ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's took part in Culture Crawl to give something back.
Jo's story – our Bake and Brew turned out better than our wedding!
Date: Tuesday 14 January 2020
After finishing treatment, Jo and her husband decided to have a celebration with their friends and family.
Rita's story – why I've left a gift to ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's in my will
Date: Monday 06 January 2020
Rita tells us how she's making sure we are always here for people with cancer when they need support most.
Duncan's story – ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's was our second home
Date: Monday 06 January 2020
Duncan tells us how ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø's helped his family when his wife was diagnosed with advanced cancer.
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