Whilst Skcin focus our efforts on preventing people from becoming patients and improving patient outcomes through early diagnosis, over the years we have provided support to many skin cancer patients. The information below aims to direct anyone affected by skin cancer to useful information and connect them with emotional support channels.
A diagnosis of skin cancer can be difficult to deal with for patients, their families and loved ones. However, you are not alone and there are lots of organisations that offer specialist advice and support relative to your own personal needs. We’ve listed below a number of professional organisations and support channels to help patient’s, carers and loved ones find the support you need.
Provides information and support for anyone affected by cancer. They have an online melanoma and skin cancer support group and may run a melanoma specific support group in your area.
Melanoma Focus provides a wealth of information, guidance and support for patients and carers with a dedicated helpline, trial finder and annual patient conference.
Ocular Melanoma UK is the only UK organisation dedicated solely to supporting those affected by ocular melanoma. They provide a wealth on information and dedicated patient support.
Cancer Research UK provides information and support for anyone affected by cancer with a dedicated helpline, ask a nurse service, online cancer chat forum and find a clinical trial service.
Marie Curie provides specialist care and support for anyone affected by a terminal illness, providing practical and clinical information, and emotional support.
Changing Faces provides support and information for people who have any form of facial disfigurement including disfigurement caused by cancer and provide a skin camouflage service
Saving Faces provides information and support for people after facial surgery and connect you with other people who have been in similar situations.
A UK-wide specialist support charity focussed on helping people to manage the cosmetic and physical impact of their cancer treatment, providing wellbeing workshops and classes.
Many people find it a huge comfort to connect with others in similar situations and joining an on-line facebook support group could help you. Most of the groups we have listed are private and independently moderated by patients which means you will have to request to join the group and adhere to the rules and regulations specified. Being part of these groups requires mutual trust. Authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. A general rule of thumb is what goes in the group – stays in the group. To be directed these groups – click on the headers below.
Private group | 4.5K members
Patients MUST have received a diagnosis of melanoma following a biopsy in order to join this peer support group. Close relatives and/or carers are also welcome.
Private group | 574 members
This group has been set up as a support network to those directly affected by Nodular Melanoma where you can feel free to talk without judgment with those who know exactly what you are going through.
Private group | 633 members
This group is open to registered members of Ocular Melanoma UK for ocular melanoma patients to talk, ask practical questions, get support, and know there are others with similar experiences.
Private group | 1.9k members
This public support group aims to provide answers to the many treatment questions and a sense of peace and stability to those affected by Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
Private group | 1.5k members
Whether you are a survivor, caregiver, or just trying to win the fight – this support group is dedicated to those affected by mucosal melanoma.
Private group | 11.4k members
This group supports anyone diagnosed with or affected by skin cancer by sharing experiences of members to connect with and help others.
Private group | 2.6k members
A group for all of those who have been affected by skin cancer to share their stories and to educate others.
Public group | 6.5k members
This public support group aims to provide answers to the many treatment questions and a sense of peace and stability to those affected by Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
Private group | 5.0k members
This group provides support for people who have a family member or who themselves are going through basal skin cancer.
Private group | 3.8k members
This group is to help and support people with Basal Cell Carcinoma by sharing knowledge and experience with diagnosis and treatment.
Public group | 9.8k members
A support and awareness group dedicated to patients, carers and loved ones affected by basal cell carcinoma.
