Can we help you?

If cancer's turned things upside down - yours, or someone in your family's - you might be wondering if a charity like this one is really for you. Here's a straight answer, in plain terms.

Before anything else

"Do I need a terminal diagnosis?"

No. We support people at any stage of a cancer diagnosis, and their families.

"Is this only for the person who has cancer?"

No. Partners, carers and children are included too.

"Will I have to pay it back?"

No. Every grant we give is a gift, never a loan.

Who we support

Individuals, families and carers across central Scotland dealing with the practical, financial and emotional weight of a cancer diagnosis - whatever stage it's at, whoever in the family it's affecting. If cancer has you in a financial crisis - get in touch with us and if we can help, we will.

What we can help with

• Financial help:

  One-off, non-repayable grants for the essentials that treatment can derail: a broken boiler, a car repair so you can get to appointments, help with rent or bills when income drops, the costs that pile up during treatment or recovery.

• Wellbeing support:

  funding for counselling, complementary therapies and mental health support, for you or for whoever's caring for you.

• How we decide:

  Every application is looked at individually, based on your circumstances and what funding we have available at the time. There's no lengthy means-testing process before we'll even talk to you.

• Getting to us:

  Most people reach us through a trusted local partner - Maggie’s Forth Valley or it could be a social worker or family member. If you're not sure where to start, contact us directly. Professional referrals are welcome too, and everything you tell us stays confidential.