Tameside Tappers Upper GI Support Group
Here to provide practical advice & Support to people affected by Upper GI cancers, Oesophageal (gullet) cancer and Stomach cancer. The support group is run by Tracey Heslop upper GI cancer nurse specialist.
A group providing support to adults affected by upper GI cancer through befriending, cancer information materials, cancer information in other languages, complementary therapies, dietary therapies, information, spoken interpretation service, support from health professionals, telephone helpline, written resources in other languages, and disabled access.
The group meets on the second Wednesday of the month from 1pm til 4pm and is facilitated by Tracey Heslop, Upper GI Nurse Specialist at Tameside Hospital. We have talks from health professionals and cater to both patients and carers, we also have regular social events.
We offer:
Befriending
Cancer information materials
Cancer information materials in other languages
Complementary therapies
Dietary therapy
Information
Spoken interpretation service
Support from Health Professionals
Telephone helpline
Written resources in other languages
Interested in joining us?
Just come along to our next meeting, or get in touch with us on the details below.
Find out more:
Tracey Heslop on 0161 922 4166 (Monday-Friday 7 am - 6 pm)