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We recognise the valuable work NHS staff do regarding Cancer Patients and there families. However we also should acknowledge that HCP's do not have enough time to deal with carers issues as well as those of the patient! Please remember talking to carers requires a different approach to those with cancer, they may be elderly etc or may be in denial of the current situation. The carer is the prime resource for the patient at home and should be helped in that role as much as possible and be part of the overall care plan for the patient.

National Sector

 
This information relates to the National Health Service. Currently their is no specific training for HCP's regarding cancer carers.
Macmillan run a cancer support course which is fully accredited.

These courses, which are free and cover main aspects of supporting someone affected by cancer. Most of our carer supporters have attended this course.

Private Sector

This section related to the private or charitable oganisations such as Hospices, care homes or national support charities with specific services such as Palliative at home care from Marie Curie.

All of these services are normal accessed through CNS, Social workers, GP or hospital services. These are limited and relate to local demand only.
 

Carers in Cancer
Support for carers and ex carers to be able to talk about their issues or concerns
Local telephone support(out of hours) new number to be announced soon

Carers issues around information sources, availability, national forums such as Carers UK relating only to Cancer Issues.

All our Volunteers are fully trained** and have had enhanced CRB Disclosures
We signpost to other local services such as Vine House,St Catherine's Hospice etc if more sustained help is required or specialist services such as Children cancer services and palliative support.
Counseling services from fully trained and approved counsellors (by appointment or self referral)
Buddy services(2010) befriending service for at home,hospital accompanied visits if no relative available (excluding private consultation with a health professional)
 
Privacy and Confidentiality enforced agreements. Strict codes of professional ethics and standards maintained at all times.

 ** By Macmillan Cancer Support
Resources National Carers  Sites Lancashire Carers information
Resources specific to carers can be found here. Check back for updates, these will be available for download
 These will only be related to cancer charities or organisations that mention services for carers looking after someone with cancer
 Important developments in information and services relevant to Cancer carers.

Cancer Related Information
"Hello and how are you" carers resource
National Carers strategy
National Care of Dying Audit
Dealing with Children 
Children affected by Cancer
Children counseling services
Children who are carers
National Carers strategy
Advanced Care Planning
Mental capacity Act(summary)
Patient Confidentiality
Statement of Conformity. Non UK Internet sites with cancer information should be chosen carefully. Carers In Cancer does not warrant their content or accuracy and accepts no responsibility whatsoever,people follow these links on their own responsibility.

Asbestos.com/mesothelioma/uk/ An American web site dedicated entirely to Mesothelioma and has a UK information page as linked for information resources relating to the United Kingdom