Services


Above all our most important issue is CONFIDENTIALITY, which will be respected at all times. You only need to tell us what you feel comfortable divulging.  You can meet others affected by cancer. Whether you are a carer, partner or have cancer, you may find it beneficial to hear the experiences of those in a similar situation

Individual Service

We provide a service tailored to each individual cliant's needs. It's you that's important.

The atmosphere is informal and you are more than welcome to DROP IN.

If however you feel more comfortable chatting on a one to one basis then this is also available.

Trained Staff

A healthcare professional will always be on hand and our volunteer counsellors are experienced and well trained, many having had their own personal experience of cancer.

It’s amazing how talking helps, and the centre volunteers are good listeners.

Resources & Information

Resources and Information

A vital element of our service, and we have arange of cancer information available to browse through or borrow.

If the information you require is not available then we will find it from our many professional contacts, or download it directly from the internet.

If it's out there - we'll find it.

Group Sessions

As well as providing individual support to clients we run a number of support groups where patients can meet other clients in a similar situation to share experiences.

Monthly Groups

Men's Group - This group is aimed at men who are going through cancer treatment and men who support people going through treatment. We provide a safe environment to meet and chat with Men in a very similar situation.

Head & Neck Group - This group is for patients and their families who have had a 'head and Neck' cancer diagnosis. This group is open to current and past patients to come together to share their experiences. This group is also supported by our local community dietician, who attends each month to provide nutritional support.

Young Persons Group - This group is open to all patients who received a cancer diagnosis before the age of 50. This group is open to both male and female patients.

Bereavement Group - This group is a listening ear group for people who have been bereaved, this is not limited to a cancer bereavement and the group allows people to come together and share experiences. It provides a safe and confidential place for people to talk.

Knitting Group - this is a friendly little group where people come along and learn how to knit, sew and crochet.

Craft Group - We provide a monthly craft group for patients, friends and relatives. We often have guest crafters coming in and displaying their talents, a lovely friendly little group.

Bi - Monthly Group

Ladies Group - The ladies group runs every second Friday afternoon. This group is again open to female patients and also female who have or are supporting a loved one with a cancer diagnosis.

 

There is no need to book onto any of the groups, you can just turn up and you will be made most welcome. 

Services & Therapies

ACUPUNCTURE

Accupuncture

Acupuncture allows body mechanisms to heal naturally. It may reduce stress and help the body to relax. It has been shown to aid digestion and can give some pain relief.

Lauren Henry is a highly qualified Physiotherapist who can provide acupuncture treatment to our clients.

These are currently delivered in the Centre on Mondays when the other facilities are closed.

 

You can book an appointment through the Centre

 

BENEFITS REFERRAL

Benefit Referral

Here at SCDIC we can refer you to the appropriate benefits and advice team to assist with any financial concerns that you may have.

Aileen can also assist with any appropriate grants that may be available to you, which could ease any financial burden that occurs.

Please contact Aileen at the centre for more information.

 

YOGA THERAPY

Yoga Therapy

Yoga therapy is the application of specific yoga practices for people with particular health challenges.

These practices can include breathing exercises, movements, relaxation techniques and meditation to bring about a state of ease conducive to healing. 

Yoga therapy can support and nurture people who are affected by cancer in their efforts to cope with the disease and their treatment.

Specifically yoga therapy can help those affected to acknowledge, accept and process the emotions that cancer gives rise to, and offers a range of techniques to support them through the period of profound physical and emotional changes that occur. 

The courses are delivered by Johnny Glover, who has delivered a variety of bespoke one to one and group sessions to service users of Stranraer Cancer Drop In Centre over the last several years.

MASSAGE

Massage

We offer massage and reflexology to help people relax at often very difficult times.

Catherine Burns, our massage therapist, uses a very gentle massage technique which is suitable for everyone who uses the centre.

It is even safe to use during treatment.

WIG FITTING

Wig Fitting

Up until last year all patients needing a wig had to travel to Dumfries.

However Catherine, our massage therapist, recently undertook some training in Edinburgh with A&A Hair Studios, this means we can now offer a wig fitting service in the centre.