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A Macmillan Solutions project
An opportunity for people to record their life story as a permanent record of their memories to be kept and enjoyed
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Maggie's Manchester
Carol Donaldson, composer and musical director, leads the Christie choir, bringing voices together with love and passion. The choir sings songs from all over the world in acapella harmony.
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Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service
A specially set up Macmillan allotment based in the local neighbourhood. An opportunity to grow fresh vegetables, have a chat, a cuppa and a laugh.
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The Shed Club
The Shed Club meets on the last Tuesday of each month at 10.30am. Drop in and join the meeting and once you're up and running you may wish to come and garden on other days. 
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Living Well with Mesothelioma Support Group
This is a support group for people with mesothelioma and those who care for them. It meets on the first Monday of every month, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, in the Lincoln 1 Room at Methodist Central Hall, Oldham Street, Manchester M1 1JQ.
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Out with Prostate Cancer
A prostate cancer support group for gay and bisexual men. It welcomes all gay and bi-sexual men who have had cancer, are currently experiencing it or have beaten it. Meets at the LGBT Foundation in Manchester's Gay Village.
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LGBT+C Songwriting Workshop
LGBTQ+ from across Greater Manchester are invited to explore and make audible the social, emotional and psychological impacts of cancer. Join songwriters and create music and lyrics that project your thoughts. No previous musical experience required! Takes place Wed 6 June 2018 from 11:00 – 13:00.
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The Word on Cancer Book Club
Book club focusing on books about cancer from a diverse range of voices. Meets at Manchester Central Library every two months, starting from 6pm on Thursday 31st May, where they'll reflect on writing that explores the impact on people's lives of living with cancer.
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Online Information Sources

Maggie's Manchester

Your Maggie’s Centre is staffed by friendly professionals who can help you find the support you need. Their expertise is freely available to you in one-to-one sessions, workshops or supportive groups. 

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Beechwood Cancer Care 

Support Groups, Other Services & Ways To Keep Involved

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Greater Manchester Cancer

Charities and support groups provide valuable support to patients living with cancer. We will be developing this section over time to share details of charities supported by our Pathway Boards.

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Being There

Being There can support you in a number of ways to help you manage your illness. We can provide emotional support – someone to talk to when you feel like it, practical help at home, support and transport to hospital appointments, outings and social activities.

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Cancer Chat

Talk to other people affected by cancer on the Cancer Research UK Cancer Chat forum.

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