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What do I say to someone diagnosed with cancer?

What do I say to someone diagnosed with cancer
What do I say to someone diagnosed with cancer? WHAT TO SAY “I’m not sure what to say, but I want you to know I care” – There isn’t a perfect thing to say “I’m sorry that you have to go through all this” – is a way of showing empathy not pity “What things need to happen, and how can I help?” – Shows you are on board with the everyday stuff “I heard what is happening and I’ve been wondering how you are” – acknowledge the news if you have ‘heard on the grapevine’ “If you feel like talking about it I am here, anytime” – offer opportunities to talk, be sensitive to cues WHAT TO DO Offer specific things you can do...

Our Story

Our story

“Is there anything I can do?” Those few words are genuine and seem easy to say – but so much more difficult to put into action. Although Jemma has since moved on, Treat me Treasure me all started when two women, who had met through their children ten years before, realised they shared a passion about supporting people who are facing an illness. Jacqui’s husband had been diagnosed with a brain tumour and had undergone surgery and radiotherapy. The cancer didn’t read a calendar and decide on the most convenient time to show up – it had all happened when they were juggling family and careers.  There was a lot of love from friends and family – and a lot of casseroles. The casseroles and…

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