I found out my neighbour has breast cancer and im not sure how i can help.
I dont know them very well but I feel like its shallow to feel empathy but take no action.
Shes a grown woman, what sort of things could I do to help her?
I found out my neighbour has breast cancer and im not sure how i can help.
I dont know them very well but I feel like its shallow to feel empathy but take no action.
Shes a grown woman, what sort of things could I do to help her?
Hello @Jasmin3773
Thank you for getting in touch with us. It’s good that you are looking out for your neighbour. I can appreciate that if you don’t know them that well, it might feel awkward talking about it, and it’s quite natural to feel like that. We would encourage you not to be afraid of talking with them about it, and from their point of view, sometimes hearing something as simple as, ‘I’m here if you need anything’ or, ‘is there anything I can do to help you’ can be a great support, so don’t underestimate the support you are offering. You can find more guidance about how to support them in this booklet here.
We are also here for her if they need any guidance and support. They would be welcome to get in touch with our freephone support line 0808 808 00 00 or our online webchat service. Both open 8am – 8pm seven days a week. We will provide emotional support and a space for them to talk things through and express how they are feeling. We would also look to provide any guidance that might be helpful for them. We also have information nurses and money advisors available on the above services too. You would be welcome to get in touch with us in either of the above ways too @Jasmin3773
Remember you can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or by email.
