CancerHelp Charity Receives Support from Chorley Family Amidst Tragic Loss

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A 17-year-old, who struggled with her grandmother's ovarian cancer diagnosis, had been referred to counselling through CancerHelp. However, the family's grief was compounded when they received the news that the youth's father had been diagnosed with lung cancer, which was later declared terminal. The family's ordeal has led to them organizing a charity fun day to give back to CancerHelp, which provided them with emotional support during their difficult time. The event, which took place on June 28, included stalls, games, food, and drink, and was attended by the Mayor and Mayoress of Chorley and the local MP, Sir Lindsay Hoyle.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 17-year-old had been referred to counselling through CancerHelp after struggling with her grandmother's ovarian cancer diagnosis.
  • The family received the news that the youth's father had been diagnosed with lung cancer, which was later declared terminal.
  • CancerHelp provided the family with emotional support during their difficult time.
  • The charity fun day was organized to give back to CancerHelp, with Sandra raising £520 on the day, taking the total to over £800 through sponsorships.
  • The event was attended by the Mayor and Mayoress of Chorley and the local MP, Sir Lindsay Hoyle.
  • Sandra has praised the services offered by CancerHelp, saying they have been "absolutely fantastic".
  • The charity was formed in 1989 and has helped thousands of people affected by cancer in the Preston and central Lancaster areas.
  • CancerHelp offers various services including counselling, complementary therapies, children and young persons support services, art and craft groups, access to support groups, and further information.

Statistics:

  • £520 was raised on the day of the charity fun day, taking the total to over £800 through sponsorships.
  • CancerHelp has been helping hundreds of families affected by cancer in the Preston and central Lancaster areas since 1989.
  • The charity offers various services to help families cope with the effects of cancer diagnosis and treatment.
  • The event was attended by the Mayor and Mayoress of Chorley and the local MP, Sir Lindsay Hoyle.

Sources:

  • LancsLive
  • Sandra Parker (as cited in LancsLive)