A parent/carer with or beyond cancer

When a parent or carer is diagnosed with cancer, the impact reaches every part of family life. Balancing treatment, recovery, work, and caring responsibilities can feel overwhelming, but know that support is available. This page brings together cancer support services and practical resources designed to help parents and carers, as well as their loved ones, through this challenging time.

Here you’ll find tailored resources for parents and carers, including:

• Advice for coping with the emotions that cancer can bring.
• Guidance for dealing with cancer in the family, including support for children. when a parent is unwell and how to communicate about cancer with children.
• Practical information on treatment, recovery, and financial help for families impacted by cancer.
• Access to free resources and cancer support services.

Our resources are designed to support parents and carers through every stage of cancer, offering practical advice and ways to connect with others who understand. If you need extra guidance, you can view our services that offer tailored support for parents, carers, children, and loved ones.