The Farming Community Network (FCN)
The Farming Community Network is working in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support to deliver the Rural Communities Cancer Project — an initiative focused on reducing barriers faced by rural, farming and migrant worker communities in accessing cancer care and support.
As part of this work, our #NipItInTheBud campaign encourages earlier cancer diagnosis across rural communities by raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of cancer and the importance of seeking help early.
In Northern Ireland, we provide:
- Cancer awareness training and presentations
- Support and resources for rural communities
- Connections and signposting to local support services for anyone affected by cancer in rural areas
We are also gathering stories and experiences from people within rural communities about their experiences of cancer care and support. These insights will help us better understand the challenges faced and improve future support services.
Further information about cancer and the support available can be found through The Farming Community Network website or call our helpline on 03000 111 999.
You can also sign up to our Northern Ireland newsletter for information on upcoming events, training and support available in your area.
Compassionate Communities NI
Compassionate Communities NI is an organisation providing education, support and resources to help us all live well until the end of life. Their programmes encourage conversation, facilitate compassionate support and promote practical planning. For more information visit Compassionate Communities Northern Ireland | Helping Us All To Live Well Until The Very End Of Life.
These videos give a quick overview about the different palliative care professionals in your local area and ways in which they can help. To watch the videos visit Resources (List) | Compassionate Communities Northern Ireland.
The Rainbow Project
Palliative and Advanced care planning support: Cancer Champions provide one-to-one support, information and signposting, LGBTQIA+ death cafe’s to explore grief, bereavement and pre-bereavement, and end of life workshops for those affected by cancer, including those in palliative care.
Cancer Care Map
The Cancer Care Map is an online resource to help people living with cancer find care and support services in their local area, anywhere in the UK. The website is run by cancer charity, The Richard Dimbleby Cancer Fund. People with cancer, their friends, family, carers ad health professionals can search for any cancer related service. A team works to make sure the details are up to date.
The list of services can be filtered by entering your (full) postcode. You can also use a keyword search to look for specific services. Click here to search for services in your local area: Homepage – Cancer Care Map
Family Support NI
Family Support NI, alongside the Department of Health and Cancer Charities Coalition host information about services available for people living with cancer, their families, and carers in Northern Ireland.
The list of services can be filtered by entering your (full) postcode and selecting a distance from the drop down list. You can also use a keyword search to look for specific services. Click here to search for services in your local area: Search Results in Cancer Support Services Category