Deaf Cancer Support UK

09/10/2026

Health Professionals, do you have any Deaf patients with cancer who communicate in British Sign Language and would appreciate our support? We can help them understand their cancer in British Sign Language, and we can connect them with support groups after an assessment. Refer them to us if they would like to join us. Let them know we're here. We can support them remotely via video calls or texts.

09/10/2026

We are still here supporting Deaf people with cancer and Deaf carers looking after those with cancer. We can support you with understanding cancer in your language - British Sign Language. We are Deaf-led team supporting the Deaf community. If you need support - see poster for details.

26/08/2026

🤟💙 Celebrating the voices of our volunteers 💙🤟

Our Volunteer Day brought together volunteers from across Self Help UK, with important conversations focusing on how we can continue improving support for Deaf people and others who experience barriers to healthcare.

Volunteers shared experiences, exchanged ideas and discussed ways to make services more accessible, inclusive and person-centred. It was inspiring to hear volunteers talk about the importance of empowering people to understand their health, access support and feel confident navigating services.

These conversations are essential to the future of Deaf Cancer Support and the wider work of Self Help UK.

Thank you to Holly Swinckels for supporting the day and listening to the experiences and ideas shared by volunteers.

Most of all, thank you to our incredible volunteers. Your commitment, expertise and advocacy help ensure Deaf people affected by cancer can access the support, information and understanding they deserve.

13/08/2026

Have you recently been diagnosed with cancer?

It can feel overwhelming waiting for appointments, test results, or treatment to begin.

The Deaf Cancer Support Project is the place to start.

Our team understands the unique challenges Deaf people can face when navigating cancer care. We can help you access information, support, and guidance throughout your cancer journey.

You don't have to manage this alone.

📍Support for Deaf people affected by cancer
📍Free referral process
📍Help from diagnosis onwards

👉 Complete our referral form today:
https://deafcancersupport.org.uk/self-referral/

03/06/2026

We are looking for male Deaf and hearing BSL volunteers across the UK and Northern Ireland to support our work with Deaf men affected by cancer.

You’ll help with:
🔹 Emotional support for Deaf male cancer patients
🔹 Peer support for Deaf men
🔹 Delivering presentations to raise awareness of cancer within the Deaf male community

✨ Help us break barriers, raise awareness, and support Deaf men on their cancer journey.

👇 If you use BSL and want to make a meaningful difference, we’d love you to join our team. Fill in your details here: https://forms.office.com/e/C43jau1BGm

01/06/2026

A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing volunteers at the Deaf Cancer Support Project 💚

Your kindness, time, and dedication make such a difference to Deaf people affected by cancer. From supporting peer groups to offering connection and understanding - you are at the heart of everything we do.

Because of you, no one feels alone. 🤝

We appreciate you more than words can say - thank you 💫

21/05/2026

Join Avril Scott, Outreach Officer for the Deaf Cancer Support Project (Northern Ireland), for a relaxed and welcoming Coffee Morning in Belfast.

This is a chance to meet others, chat in an informal setting, ask questions, and access helpful information about cancer support.

RSVP / Contact:
📞 07983 289320
📧 [email protected]

We would love to see you there.

18/05/2026

We had an incredible time exhibiting at Stand 132 !

It was truly inspiring to meet so many of you - thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand to connect with us, share your personal cancer journeys, and express an interest in volunteering. Your stories, openness, and enthusiasm mean so much to us and continue to motivate the work we do.

We are also hugely grateful to the sponsors and organisers for bringing this event together. The atmosphere was vibrant, inclusive, and supportive, making it a standout success for our deaf community. It was an honour to be part of such a meaningful and impactful event, and we’re already looking forward to the next one!

23/02/2026

Come and see us, learn about what we do and what we can offer.

Macmillan Deaf Cancer Support Project will be exhibiting at this year’s DeafExpo 🌟

The Macmillan Deaf Cancer Support Project provides virtual emotional and practical support to Deaf people living with cancer across the UK. It also supports their carers, including Deaf people who are supporting a hearing person living with cancer.

Learn more: www.deafexpo.co.uk

04/02/2026

World Cancer Day 4th February

The theme is 'United by Unique'.

Placing people at the centre of care and their stories at the heart of the conversation.
Every experience of cancer is unique.
You are unique because of your cancer experience.

On World Cancer Day, we stand together, including Deaf people living with cancer.

Macmillan video (Subtitles available) - https://youtu.be/n6U8Dmz20wI