Macmillan Counselling Service
The North East Essex Macmillan Counselling service provides specialist oncology psychological support to patients and their families whose lives are affected by a diagnosis of cancer. The therapy is tailored to suit the individual needs of each person seen and can be accessed at any time throughout their journey. For further details, please use the email address or the phone number below.
Phone
01206 745376
Email
Chu-ftr.macmillancounsellor@nhs.netCancer Wellbeing Centre at Colchester Hospital
The centre offers a non-clinical and relaxing environment in a tranquil lakeside setting. It provides a range of services such as specialist information and advice, counselling, complementary therapies, physical activity, hair and skincare advice and cancer peer support groups.
Phone
01206 745347
Email
ESNEFT.CancerWell-beingCentre@nhs.net
Website
Colchester Cancer Wellbeing Centre – East Suffolk & North Essex NHS Foundation TrustUniversity of Essex Health, Wellbeing and Care Hub – Living well with Cancer
A prehabilitation service for people with cancer in order to support and empower to navigate their new diagnosis. The programme may include tailored exercise programs, support with nutrition and diet, lifestyle factors such smoking, alcohol use and fatigue management, strategies staying empowered during the care journey.
Phone
01206 872460
Email
healthwellbeingcare@essex.ac.uk
Website
https://www.essex.ac.uk/health-wellbeing-and-care-hub/our-services/living-well-with-cancerLife after Cancer
Life after Cancer offer free support, tools and community to help you rebuild life after treatment.
They offer a 6 week guided/coaching programme (cost) as well as support groups (online), one to one coaching and workplace support.
Email
Hello@life-aftercancer.co.uk
Website
Life after Cancer | In-person and online post cancer support | UKCancer Support groups in Colchester and surroundings areas
A directory of local and national support groups
Lymphoma Action Support Group
Harwich/Clacton Cancer Support Group
Frinton ‘Touched by Cancer’ group
Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma Support Group
Cancer Choir – Colchester
North East Essex Urology Cancer Support Group
Breast Cancer Social & Friendship club
Mersea Breast Cancer Telephone support
Myeloma Cancer Support Group
North Essex Lymphoedema Support Group
Breast Friends Support Group
Helen Rollason Support Groups
Website
Cancer Support Groups — Cancer Wellbeing and Information CentreEnding Life’s Taboo
Ending Life’s Taboo offers rapid mental wellbeing counselling and support for 18 to 45-year-olds diagnosed with a life shortening illness. We are also here to support the families of the young person during this difficult time.
Email
endinglifestaboo@outlook.com
Website
https://endinglifestaboo.com/Helen Rollason Cancer Charity
The Helen Rollason cancer charity supports people with any diagnosis of cancer. They offer support groups as well as complementary therapies. They also hosts a wide range of events in Essex.
Phone
01245 382888
Email
enquiries@helenrollason.org.uk
Website
https://www.helenrollason.org.uk/
Cancer support
Page published: 22 November 2023
Last updated: 24 June 2026