The Hope Cancer Support Centre was founded in 1999 by a group of people who were affected by cancer and felt the need to provide emotional support and practical information to others  with a similar diagnosis.  From that original group the service has grown.  A counselling service was set up in 2002.

This service was originally provided from the Hope Centre in Church Street and is now providing a much expanded service from the new centre in Weafer Street (formerly Dr. Cuddigans Nursing Home).  Here we offer a range of services that compliment the care already provided by the multi-disciplinary team in the hospital and the community.

All our services are free of charge.

Aims of Hope 

•  To provide emotional support to people affected by cancer including those who care for them, from the time of diagnosis, through treatment and afterwards.
• To ensure a confidential, professional and caring service in a peaceful environment.
• To enable the person with a cancer diagnosis to gain control of their lives and to enhance coping skills.
• To take the fear out of the word ‘cancer’ by providing workshops and seminars on relevant subjects for the general public.