How we can help you...
Here at YBTC we offer support for those affected by a brain tumour in Yorkshire and their families and carers. Click below to discover our different types of support.
Types of support...
Telephone and email clinic
Our Support Services Co-ordinator Christine can provide you and your family with telephone and email support through our confidential telephone clinic. You can access this anytime throughout your journey. Our number is 0113 340 0111 or you can email us at support@yorksbtc.org.uk.
We also offer family members and carers an out of hours telephone support line to speak with our YBTC friends. These are volunteers who have been through a similar experience. The number to call is 0113 511 8111.
Counselling
We understand that it's good to talk. Our counsellors are trained to listen and help you to explore your thoughts and feelings in a confidential setting. You can find out more by clicking HERE.
Hypnotherapy
Using the power of suggestion, hypnotherapy can create changes to your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. This process alters your state of consciousness allowing you to accept positive thoughts and feelings through natural relaxation. You can find out more by clicking HERE
Massage therapy clinic
Massage therapy can have many health benefits both physically and mentally. We are currently reviewing and planning our new therapy offers for those we support. We have plans to create a new fully accessible therapy space at No 31 Otley Road, we will keep you updated!
Patient grants
If a patient with a primary brain tumour in Yorkshire occurs financial difficulties as a result of their diagnosis, a health professional can apply to us for a one-off financial grant. Find more information HERE.
Benefits support
YBTC arranges regular benefit clinics and direct access to one to one specialist support throughout the year. The service is aimed at patients and relatives who have been affected by a primary brain tumour and who need advice and information about applying for new benefits, amendments to existing benefits or guidance on completing benefit forms. The clinic and support is undertaken by a qualified and experienced social worker.
Support groups
We run a monthly patient support group, you can find out more about these here.
We also run a bereavement support group - more information is available HERE
