Community News

These news items are generated and published by Macmillan's Online Community Team. In this section you’ll find some posts written by the Online Community team in partnership with our Cancer Information Development team. We also feature personal stories from our members.

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  • Finding Cancer Support Online – Where do I start?

    We know from our Online Community that dealing with cancer can be overwhelming. People with cancer and their family members, or loved ones, often look for emotional support and practical advice or ways to get involved with others for cancer support online.

    With Macmillan’s Online Community, you have come to the right place to talk to others who understand. Here you can find peer support and talk to other people with…

  • Online Community downtime: Thursday 18th August 2022- 7am to 9am

    There is some planned maintenance taking place on Macmillan’s website on Thursday 21st July, from 7am-10am.

    So that this essential maintenance can take place, the Online Community will experience some downtime. This means that members will not be able to log in, or join the Online Community, between 7am - 9am On Thursday 18th August 2022.

    We know how important the Community is as a source of support for our members…

  • The power of shared support on Macmillan's Online Community

    When you first join the Community, supporting others might be the last thing on your mind.

    You might have just received a cancer diagnosis, feeling alone and fearful of what lies ahead. You might be reeling with news of a loved one’s diagnosis and not sure how you’ll cope. You might be struggling with cancer treatment and just want someone to talk to in the middle of the night.

    Although finding support might…