Shine PND Support
Shine offers creative art therapy courses, peer support, and weekly drop-in sessions for mothers dealing with depression, anxiety, isolation, or being overwhelmed. They operate in Swindon, Cirencester, Dursley, and Gloucester.
- Website: shine-support.org
- Email: shine.support@outlook.com
Charlie’s Cancer Support :
We are here for anyone affected by Cancer • Free holistic therapies, such as Reiki, Reflexology, Oncology, Crafting, Mindfulness and much more • Emotional support for anyone affected by Cancer • Bereavement Support • Held every other Thursday 10am – 2pm at the beautiful Bingham Hall, King Street, Cirencester GL7 1JT .
website; http://charlies.org.uk
Endometriosis UK:
- Website: endometriosis-uk.org
- Helpline: 0808 808 2227
- Email: info@endometriosis-uk.org
- Info: While Endometriosis UK doesn’t operate clinics, it provides resources and signposting to local services:
- Pelvic-Health Physiotherapy
- Invictus Pelvic Health in Cirencester (The Ashcroft Practice, GL7 1QX) provides tailored physiotherapy for pelvic pain, including endometriosis-related care.
- Contact: 07379 499756 or info@invictuspelvichealth.com
- Multi-Disciplinary Clinical Care
- For specialist diagnosis and treatment (e.g., laparoscopic assessment), referrals are typically made to clinics such as the Cheltenham Endometriosis & Pelvic Pain Clinic at Nuffield Health or hospitals in Cheltenham/Gloucester.
- Specialist Consultant
- Mr David Griffiths, based partly in Cirencester Hospital’s Well Woman Clinic, specializes in laparoscopic surgery for pelvic pain and endometriosis.
- Contact: admin@octaviahealthcare.co.uk
Gloucestershire Carers Hub
Provides information, advice, and support to unpaid carers throughout Gloucestershire, including Cirencester.
- Website: gloucvestershirecarershub.co.uk
- Phone: 0300 111 9000
Cirencester & District (Mental Health) Carers Support Group
Meeting on the second Tuesday of each month, this group provides support for carers, including those caring for individuals with health challenges.
- Meeting Time: Second Tuesday of the month, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Cirencester Baptist Church (Meeting Room), Chesterton Lane, Cirencester GL7 1YE
- Contact: info@yourcircle.org.uk
Cirencester Health Group – Mental Health Support
Offers counselling and therapy for a range of mental health concerns. Self-referrals are accepted.
- Website: cirencesterhealthgroup.co.uk
- Phone: 01285 653122
- Address: 1 The Avenue, Cirencester GL7 1EH
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer, Maggie’s can help.
Visit us:
Maggie’s, Cheltenham
The Lodge
College Baths Road
Cheltenham
GL53 7QB
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Breast Cancer:
Breast Cancer:
Cancer Research UK Nurse Helpline
- Website: Cancer Research UK Nurse Helpline
- Access to qualified oncology nurses who can explain clinical trials, treatment pathways, and research-based care.
- General cancer support across all types, including breast cancer.
- A more science and research-driven perspective for people seeking detailed medical explanations.
- Cancer Chat forum & Clinical trial & nurse helpline = 0808 800 4040
Breast Cancer Now:
– Speak directly to specialist breast care nurses for trusted clinical advice.
– Support for newly diagnosed individuals, those undergoing treatment, and people navigating post-treatment recovery.
- Website: Breast Cancer Now
- Phone: 0333 20 70 300
Other Resources:
Cervical Cancer Links:
Cancer Research UK:
- Website: Cancer Research UK
- Talks about what cervical cancer is
- Symptoms
- Treatment & support
- Cancer Chat forum & Clinical trial & nurse helpline = 0808 800 4040
NHS Website:
- Website: nhs.uk
- Awareness
- Booking for test
- Further help & support
- Appointment & result
Longfield Community Hospice
Information about all the free care and support we provide is available on our website: https://longfield.org.uk/
Longfield Hospice provides care for women (and men) in the Cirencester area living with a life-limiting condition, and support for their loved ones and carers, including in bereavement.
At Longfield’s WELLBEING CENTRE
We recognize and understand that a diagnosis of a life-limiting condition brings a difficult and emotional time. Here at Longfield we listen to you, answer your worries and questions, and support you and those around you with physical and emotional wellbeing.
Longfield’s professional clinicians and therapists provide regular programmes of group and individual support for patients and for their families, including: Counselling,
Bereavement Support, help with Anxiety and Relaxation, Symptom Control, Creative Therapies, gentle Adapted Exercise, Complementary Therapies.
To access Longfield’s Wellbeing or Counselling Services you can either refer yourself or be referred by a loved one/carer a family member or a healthcare professional
Phone: 01453 733706 or look at our website:
https://longfield.org.uk/wellbeing-centre/
https://longfield.org.uk/counselling/
https://longfield.org.uk/bereavement-support/
Longfield, Burleigh Lane, Minchinhampton GL5 2PQ
HOSPICE AT HOME, Longfield’s care at home for patients in the last days or weeks of life.
For adults at end-of- life, with a life-limiting diagnosis who are registered with a GP in Gloucestershire.
Whilst patients require a referral from a medical professional eg GP or district nurse, we always welcome a conversation to establish if Longfield can provide the most appropriate care for your loved one, please call the Hospice at Home Team on 01453 733704
