A diagnosis of cancer can affect families in many different ways. Having access to the right information, emotional and practical support can help at a difficult time in your life.
At the Cancer Information and Support Centres in Newton Aycliffe we provide this support to anyone affected by cancer.
Our services include:
• Information and emotional support from a dedicated experienced team of staff and volunteers
• Benefits advice provided by a Welfare Rights Officer
• Jessica’s Headwear for clients who have suffered hair loss through cancer treatment.
• A specialist bra fitting service for ladies affected by breast cancer (by appointment)
• A monthly breast cancer support group
• De-stress and relaxation sessions to learn how to deal with stress and how to relax.
• Bereavement counselling (by appointment)
• A library of books and DVDs, along with internet access
• Other information about services that maybe helpful to you
Some services are only available at our Information Centre in Peterlee (Castledene Shopping Centre, above Boots)
You can find us at:
The Pioneering Care Centre
Carers Way, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SF
The centre is open:    Monday 9.30am-12.30pm
Wednesday 10.00am-12.00pm
Friday 10.00am-12.00pm
Alternatively you could visit our outreach services at:
Spennymoor Library one Thursday a month
(please phone for details)
Our free phone number is 0808 1783277
If you would like us to visit any groups or if you would like to volunteer for our service please contact us on the above number.