About us
At Macmillan, we understand the many ways in which a cancer diagnosis can affect your life.
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Whatever cancer throws your way, we're right there with you.
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Our ambition
Being told ‘you have cancer’ can affect so much more than your health – it can also affect your family, your job, even your ability to pay the bills. But you’re still you. We get that. And, after over 100 years of helping people through cancer, we get what’s most important: that you’re treated as a person, not just a patient.
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It’s why we’ll take the time to understand you and all that matters to you, so we can help you get the support you need to take care of your health, protect your personal relationships and deal with money and work worries.
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We’re here to help you find your best way through from the moment of diagnosis, so you’re able to live life as fully as you can.
Our history
Since Douglas Macmillan founded our charity in 1911, we have grown to be the UK’s leading source of cancer support, helping more and more people living with cancer, all with your help.
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In 1911, a young man named Douglas Macmillan watched his father die of cancer. His father's pain and suffering moved Douglas so much, he founded the Society for the Prevention and Relief of Cancer.
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Douglas wanted advice and information to be provided to all people with cancer, homes for patients at low or no cost, and voluntary nurses to attend to patients in their own homes.
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Today much of Douglas's legacy lives on. We’ve continually adapted the support we offer to ensure it’s right for people today, and will be right in the future too. Our determination to continually improve the experience of cancer is something that will never waver.
Our people
Meet the people who make up Macmillan. From the supporters who give their time to the health and social care professionals who are there for people affected by cancer and their families.
Zoe, cancer information and support manager
Zoe works on the Macmillan Support Line. She can answer your questions about cancer, help you find the words to talk to your family about it, or just listen if you need a chat.
Patsy, diagnosed with cancer
When Patsy was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2004, her Macmillan nurse Erica was by her side every step of the way.
Angela, cancer nurse specialist
Angela is a Macmillan breast cancer nurse specialist. She offers continuity of care and emotional and practical support for you and your family.
Catherine, learning and development course leader
Catherine runs workshops for people affected by cancer. The courses help people regain control and feel more like themselves at a time when they may have lost confidence.
Further Information
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