Get Support

How to Get Support

Being There can support you in a number of ways to help you manage your illness. We can provide emotional support – someone to talk to when you feel like it, practical help at home, support groups and outings, support and transport to hospital appointments.

Being There has offices in North and South Manchester, Salford, Trafford and Tameside. Our staff and volunteers are friendly, approachable and ready to listen to your concerns whether you are living with a life-limiting illness yourself or are in a caring role.

So, if you have cancer, a heart or respiratory condition or have had a stroke, or are caring for someone with one of these conditions, or have a family member or close friend who has been diagnosed with one, find out more about these services:

• Fill in your contact details for an e-mail referral
• Telephone: 0845 123 23 29     Messages may be left if the line is engaged.

Being There staff may be very busy out in the community so it is not always possible to take all calls in person, but be assured if a message and contact details are left someone will be in touch to discuss your concerns and requirements as soon as possible.

We also have a dedicated section for health and social care professionals  with information about how Being There can support your patients and clients.

Group Support and Activities – In Your Community

Being There provides a number of ‘get togethers’ for people with cancer, carers and family members living in Greater Manchester. These are informal group sessions where people can mix and have a chat. The atmosphere is supportive and relaxed. Sometimes the groups have talks from external speakers as well as relaxation or arts sessions. Transport and refreshments are provided (suggested donation £4). At various times of year the groups also go out on accompanied day trips to places of interest in the North West.

If you’d like us to set up a group in your community please get in touch.

Being There Support Groups

North Manchester

Venue: New Moston Club, 64 Parkfield Road North, New Moston, M40 3RQ

Day & Time: Alternate Wednesdays 12am to 2pm

Contact: Mark on 0161 230 1431 for more information

South Manchester
Venue: St Christopher’s Church Hall, Moorgate Avenue, Withington
Manchester, M20 1HE
Day and time: Alternate Tuesdays 1pm – 3pm
Contact: Paula on 0161 291 2911 for more information

Salford
Venue: Holy Cross Parish and Community Hall, Eccles, Salford
Day & Time: Alternate Wednesdays 1pm – 3pm
Contact: Deborah on 0161 213 1936 for more information.

Tameside

Venue: The Common Room, Cranbrook Gardens, Ashton-Under-Lyne OL7 9AA

Day & Time: Alternate Wednesdays 1pm – 3pm

Contact: Suzanne on 0161 217 1373 for more information

 Trafford

Venue: Salvation Army Hall, Sale
Day & Time: Alternate Tuesdays 2pm – 4pm
Contact: Flora on 0161 747 2452 for more information