Please note, Yorkshire's Brain Tumour Charity support patients and families living in Yorkshire and being treated at a Yorkshire based hospital.
We understand that some patients are treated in a Yorkshire based hospital but they are not a Yorkshire resident. Where we can, we do offer some support, but as a small charity we are unable to stretch across all areas outside of the Yorkshire region.
This information page is to ensure you have access to information for you where you live.
Important Contacts
Neuro-Oncology Nurse Specialist Team (based in Sheffield): Call 0114 271 2019 or email
sth.braintumournurses@nhs.net
NHS (24hrs, 7 days): call 111
Aurora Wellbeing Centres support local people and their families living with cancer to receive a free package of support, wellbeing programmes, holistic and beauty treatments in Doncaster. Visit
www.aurorawellbeing.org.uk or call 01909 470985
Blue Badge Scheme: to apply with Nottinghamshire City Council visit
www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/transport/parking/blue-badge-scheme or call 0300 500 8080. Applications cost £10.
Bassetlaw Hospice provides palliative care and support. Visit
www.bassetlawhospice.org or call 01777 200060
Brain Tumour Support are a national charity who provide a support line Monday-Friday 9am-5pm on 01454 422701. Visit
www.braintumoursupport.co.uk
Firefly Cancer Awareness & Support provide transport to regional treatment centres free of charge. Visit
www.firefly-support.co.uk or call 07738 390541