Has anyone experienced cancer care in Anglesey?

Hi Christmas,

Some years ago, before my husband was ill, we very nearly moved out into the countryside where there was no bus route and quite a walk for me to any shops. We decided against the idea as the house we saw needed a lot of renovation. Every time we pass that house now I am so glad we didn't move.

I am practically on a bus route where I am, and could visit husband every day. I doubt that would have been possible if we had moved. There is a lot to be said for living near amenities when you are older. I content myself with getting into the country whenever we can, but don't have the inconvenience of living in it !!

We have only visited Anglesey on holiday and enjoyed it. I live near Portsmouth, and have a couple of friends who used to live on the Isle of Wight. When he had throat cancer they had a dreadful time

getting back over to Portsmouth for check ups and treatment, and spent a fortune in fares. They have since moved back to the mainland. You could do with finding out what the system is up there.xxx

Hi Christmas2019,

I used to live in Bangor for near 7 years with university etc and I do like it. As far as I am aware the nearest cancer care from Anglesey is Bangor Hospital. I know their renal unit is excellent passed experience there but they have a cancer treatment department  aswell. Unless anything has changed its a good hospital. Whether it compares to Liverpool women's I am unsure.

Thanks GBear x

hi NannyAnny

Yes all the points you make are what’s going through my head. Maybe I’ll think about a holiday home there but that would also bring its own problems.

As you say we’re getting older not younger and there’s a lot of merit in being close to amenities...

..back to the drawing board!

Hi Christmas,

I think a holiday home might be the best idea! If, heaven forbid, you were taken ill there you could manage for a while, then go home!!

I had just got used to having bed and breakfast once the children had left home and thoroughly enjoyed it. When my husband retired he delightedly bought a small motorhome!! Although I suffered tents and camping when younger, because of cost, I had left all that behind, so my heart sank a little!

However, I insisted on an electric blanket, and a fixed bed!! There is nothing nicer than getting into that!! I do like roaming around and seeing different places!!! We've had a good few laughs at some of the places we've stayed at, and met some lovely people. As my husband takes forever to eat, I think this fits in better with us than if we were with a party. And at least self catering I know what he can eat (steaks are right out).

I think you are very lucky if your dreams come to fruition, but sometimes you have to  make the best of the situation!