Galway Cancer Support Centre Demo
Our Galway Cancer Support Centre is here to support you in whatever way possible in your experience of cancer. We welcome adults, families and children affected by cancer. Whether you are a cancer patient, the partner, relative or friend of someone with cancer, this centre is for you.
Our centre is staffed by psychologists, counsellors, oncology nurses and a range of qualified cancer support specialists. Providing support alongside your medical treatment, our individual support, workshops and groups are for every type and stage of cancer, whether you’re newly diagnosed, facing a recurrence or are dealing with side effects of treatment.
We also provide a Psycho-Oncology counselling service into the local hospitals at University Hospital Galway and the Galway Clinic for patients affected by cancer. We also offer support to professionals who work in the care of cancer patients.
We aim to provide a homely, warm and welcoming environment. We are open five days per week and you can drop in without an appointment for a chat and a cuppa, to browse our library, find out more about our activities or just use the centre as a haven of quiet and relaxation.
A short video about some of our services
Meet the staff and volunteers at our Galway Cancer Support Centre
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Individual Support
A diagnosis of cancer can be an overwhelming event. In order to begin to deal with it, we have a range of individual treatments that can support someone with this task. This includes one-to-one psychological therapy as well as a range of complimentary services that aim to promote physical and mental well-being. Our Individual Support Services are delivered by professional therapists, all of whom are trained in cancer care. Booking is required – please contact us at [email protected], by phone at 091 540040 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday
Physical Rehabilitation and Exercise
This service is available in our specially designed gym run by our exercise physiologist.
Complementary Therapies
Complementary Therapies including reflexology and massage for cancer patients is available at the centre.
Psycho-Oncology & Counselling Service
Our psychologists provide professional expert intervention to deal with the distress caused by a cancer diagnosis.
Psycho-Oncology Nursing Support
Specialised one-to-one information and support is available to help you cope with living with cancer and its treatment
Information and Advice
The aim of the Oncology Nursing Service at Cancer Care West is to provide information, advice and support to cancer patients and their families.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Manual lymphatic drainage is a specialised type of massage for lymphoedema which helps to reduce swelling.
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Physical Rehabilitation and Exercise
This service is available in our specially designed gym run by our exercise physiologist.
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Complementary Therapies
Complementary Therapies including reflexology and massage for cancer patients is available at the centre.
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Psycho-Oncology & Counselling Service
Our psychologists provide professional expert intervention to deal with the distress caused by a cancer diagnosis. These specialised techniques include Cognitive Behaviour and Emotion Focused Therapy and a range of other evidence based interventions.
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Psycho-Oncology Nursing Support
Specialised one-to-one information and support is available to help you cope with living with cancer and its treatment, especially side-effects. This service is provided by oncology nurses with many years’ experience in the area.
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Information and Advice
The aim of the Oncology Nursing Service at Cancer Care West is to provide information, advice and support to cancer patients and their families.
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Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Manual lymphatic drainage is a specialised type of massage for lymphoedema which helps to reduce swelling. The aim is to redirect fluid away from swollen areas towards healthy lymphatics.
Group Support
For many cancer patients sharing their experience of the illness in a group setting can be very helpful. This might be an informal group or a more focused group like our Thrive and Survive Group.
To find out about our range of group supports please give us a call to find out more – 091 540040 or email [email protected]
Cancer: Thriving and Surviving
We offer a 6 week CTS course approximately twice a year.
Prostate Group
The Prostrate Cancer Support Group is an online Webinar offered every 3 months
Multiple Myeloma Group
This is a chance to meet others living with Multiple Myeloma over a cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee in a relaxed atmosphere.
Bereavement Information Meetings
The Galway Support Centre offers a monthly opportunity to meet other people bereaved by cancer and to offer basic knowledge about ways to live with grief.
Exercise Class\Rehabilitation
We offer a range of classes tailored to the individual’s needs which are easily adaptable to everyday life.
Brain Tumour Support Group
A occasional meeting that offers an opportunity to chat and share stories about living with a brain tumour.
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Cancer: Thriving and Surviving
We offer a 6 week CTS course approximately twice a year whose aim is to provide patients transitioning from active treatment to living well with and beyond cancer.
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Prostate Group
The Prostrate Cancer Support Group is an online Webinar offered every 3 months in conjunction with Rachel Dalton Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Urology at NUIG. This co-facilitated session offers talks by specialists addressing a range of topics for men associated with diagnosis, treatment and longer-term adjustment to having had prostate disease.
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Multiple Myeloma Group
This is a chance to meet others living with Multiple Myeloma over a cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee in a relaxed atmosphere. This takes place once every two months on the second Friday.
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Bereavement Information Meetings
The Galway Support Centre offers a monthly opportunity to meet other people bereaved by cancer and to offer basic knowledge about ways to live with grief.
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Exercise Class\Rehabilitation
We offer a range of classes tailored to the individual’s needs which are easily adaptable to everyday life.
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Yoga
Yoga is a holistic practice which brings harmony to all aspects of our being. Relaxation, through simple movements and gentle breathing, is an integral part of the class. The practice is accessible to everyone, and all are made to feel welcome.
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Brain Tumour Support Group
A occasional meeting that offers an opportunity to chat and share stories about living with a brain tumour.
Support Services for Children (3-18yrs)
We offer a range of services for children impacted by cancer. Please see our Children’s Support page
Individual Counselling for Children
Difficulties frequently arise for children when a family member is diagnosed with cancer. We offer individual support to these children in terms of one-to-one counselling
Therapeutic Play
Cancer Care West offers therapeutic play skills to complement the support offered to children within our service
Support for Parents
Parents sometimes seek support in terms of advice about how to manage their children at the time and following diagnosis.
CUBS Programme
Cancer Care West also offer the CUBS programme. CUBS is an online structured bereavement support programme developed for children aged between 8 and 12 years whose parent has died from cancer.
CLIMB Programme
Cancer Care West also offer the CLIMB programme. CLIMB is a programme for children aged 5-12 years who are living with the reality of a parent being diagnosed with cancer
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Individual Counselling for Children
Difficulties frequently arise for children when a family member is diagnosed with cancer. We offer individual support to these children in terms of one-to-one counselling, especially for older children who are able to explore these issues by verbalising their concerns.
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Therapeutic Play
Cancer Care West offers therapeutic play skills to complement the support offered to children within our service, following a diagnosis of cancer or a diagnosis within the family. Play therapy uses a variety of play and creative art therapies, including toys, art, therapeutic storytelling, puppets, clay and playdough, and creative visualisation to help children to find a way of speaking about how they are feeling.
With the support of the therapist, therapeutic play provides a safe space, medium and language whereby a child can identify and communicate what they have difficulty articulating, helping the child to identify emotions and explore anxieties, and learn skills to help them cope.
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Support for Parents
Parents sometimes seek support in terms of advice about how to manage their children at the time of, and following diagnosis. Our team of psycho-oncologists have developed expertise in this area and are available to offer guidelines regarding child management and other concerns that may arise.
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CUBS Programme
CUBS is an online structured bereavement support programme developed for children aged between 8 and 12 years whose parent has died from cancer. Through play and art, children will learn about grief responses and learn how to cope with feelings.
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CLIMB Programme
Cancer Care West also offer the CLIMB programme. CLIMB is a programme for children aged five to twelve years who are living with the reality of a parent being diagnosed with cancer. This offers children in this age group the opportunity to come together to explore in a safe way the experience of a parent living with cancer.
Galway Cancer Support Center
Charity Registered Number : 20030438
CHY Number : 11260