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We regret to inform you that after careful consideration, we have made a difficult decision to close SGV Cancer Support after 20 years of service.

This will take effect from 23/07/2024.

This is due to the declining demand for our service. Despite of our tireless efforts to meet the needs of the community, changing circumstances have led to this unfortunate outcome.

We are extremely grateful for all your support and kindness over the years which has been invaluable in making a significant difference to people affected by cancer in Haringey and its neighbouring boroughs.

Your contributions have enabled us to run a weekly Drop-in, provide wellbeing activities, support and advice. A weekly haven for people affected by cancer who were able to meet and share their cancer experiences.

Chatterbox Cancer Group – for cancer patients run by cancer patients

What they say about themselves:

We are a group of cancer patients and started chatterbox from patients for patients. We used to meet once a month in Crouch End, North London, but since the lockdown have been meeting up via zoom fortnightly on Tuesdays. Anybody with cancer is welcome.

We all have different cancers, different stages, and different treatments. During our get-togethers we talk about all sorts of things in a safe place, of course we talk about cancer, our experiences in hospitals, with friends/families, how we feel but above all we share information and experiences and enjoy a good giggle or laugh.

For more information on how to get involved and to read the blogs visit the website. https://chatterboxcancergroup.co.uk/

Maggie’s at the Royal Free

For details about their cancer care services, workshops, and courses, visit the website

https://www.maggies.org/our-centres/maggies-at-the-royal-free/

What’s on at other venues

Silver Active Programme

The organisation Groundwork has a Silver Active programme – a free weekly programme of activities for over 55’s in Haringey. For more details visit their website or open their flyer PDF below https://www.groundwork.org.uk/projects/silver-active/

Flyer:

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Missing Link Productions

Missing Link Productions Ltd are providing free workshops for self-defined Survivors over 8 weeks. Workshops range from boxing to massage, from photoshoots to dance classes.

https://forms.gle/khAQqmh7M8BSXvo97

Other services

Haringey Reach and Connect

Haringey Reach and Connect are an independent support service available to all Haringey residents aged 50+

Visit their website to find out more information.

https://reachandconnect.net/

Green Doctors

Green Doctors London – help households in London save money, stay warm and well and save energy. Visit their website for details of how they might be able to help you.

https://www.groundwork.org.uk/hubs/london/projects/green-doctors-london/

Other events

Christmas day at Jacksons lane.

This year the Christmas day event will not be held at the venue, but they are working on several options (Covid-19 dependent)

There is an eligibility criteria and guests must meet all three:

Elderly and or disabled
Would otherwise be on their own for Christmas Day
Living within a 3 mile radius of Jacksons Lane (or the bits of Haringey just beyond this)

Contact jennifer.oliver@jacksonslane.org.uk with any referrals if you know anyone that would benefit from the scheme.

Visit the website for more information and to find out how you can volunteer for the event.

https://www.jacksonslane.org.uk/join-in/christmas-day