Hi all
I am thinking of moving to Liverpool to be closer to my daughter but am worried about how this could effect my treatment. I get really good support from the chemo unit and from my oncology team and have an amazing beast care nurse. I'm wondering what experiences any of you have of cancer treatment around Liverpool or Chester (where my son is moving to) and if you can recommend or just give me advice on what is good or what to avoid. Also of cancer support groups in the area.
Hi,
My best experience was at the Clatterbridge Cancer Centre on the Wirral, who provide the radiotherapy for Chester. Lovely staff who take time to explain everything. Plus, free parking for Cancer patients.
The Countess of Chester Hospital in Chester is not so good, But, sure some people have good experiences there as well. Not sure how you choose where to be treated, but I would go to Clatterbridge if I had the option. Not sure how easy it is to get to Clatterbridge without a car.
I'm not involved in any cancer support groups, but there is a Maggie's Centre at Clatterbridge.
All the best.
Thank you so much. Its reassuring to hear that there is a good hospital in the area but Im guessing the Wirral isn't that easy to get to depending on where I was in Liverpool. And god to know to avoid Chester. City hospitals are bigger and I'm guessing more specialised. I will be visiting my daughter soon so will ask her to drive me to Clatterbridge so I can have a look at the plce and see if I can find the Maggie's centre.
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