Useful Websites
There are many good sources of information about childhood cancer on the web but there are also sites that may give misleading information, so if you have any doubts about treatment or any other issues it is always best to speak to your child’s medical team.
Here are some reliable UK websites:
Cancerbackup
Cancer information service for adults and children with cancer providing up-to-date cancer information, practical advice and support for cancer patients, families and carers. Also has a freephone care line: 0808 800 1234
CancerHelp UK
A free information service through Cancer Research UK about cancer, clinical trials and cancer care for people with cancer and their families.
Children’s Cancer & Leukaemia Group
Aa professional organisation and charity responsible for the organisation of the treatment and management of children with cancer in the UK.
The website contains useful resources for the parents of young people with cancer and other family members.
Copies of Contact magazine and booklets can be downloaded from this site:
Children First for Health
Iis a child-centred health and hospital resource, supporting teenagers, children and their families.
This is not specifically for children/teens with cancer but the website has useful contact details for NHS Hospitals, explanation of medical terms written in an age-appropriate way and information about tests and coming into hospital.
CLIC Sargent
Charity providing information and support for all family members affected by childhood cancer. Includes information for parents on all aspects of childhood cancer, message boards and a free childhood cancer helpline: 0800 197 0068 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
gaps:line
Support line for parents and carers of children with cancer and leukaemia Call: 0845 121 4277 8pm to 10pm seven days a week; website has children’s football game.
Macmillan
Information and support for adults and children with cancer, information on cancer types, discussion forums and helplines.
Macmillan CancerLine Freephone 0808 808 2020 Textphone 0808 808 0121 Monday to Friday 9am to 10pm Email: cancerline@macmillan.org.uk
The Macmillan YouthLine
Is for young people between 12 and 21 years call on 0808 808 0800 9am–10pm, Monday–Friday.
Teenage Cancer Trust
Information and Support for Teens affected by cancer and their families. Website includes a forum and information on TCT services.
Events updated - see below.
We now have a NACCPO Supporters Group on Facebook! Come and join us!
Friday 20th June 2008
Fancy Dress 80’s Disco at Perkins Social Club, Tixall Road, Stafford. Starts 8pm. Following the huge success of our 70’s disco last year we are holding another fun-packed evening! Tickets £6 adults, £3 children to include hot food. Auction and raffle on the night – prizes/lots always wanted. Entrance by ticket only – contact Rachael on 01785 603763
Saturday 28th June 2008
Bone Cancer Research Trust Patients and Supporters Conference Leicester Hilton Hotel.
For more details contact the Bone Cancer Research Trust
Friday 29th August 2008
World Wedding Dress Day -
Have fun and raise funds for NACCPO by wearing your Wedding Dress on 29th August 2008 for World Wedding Dress Day organised by Take a Break magazine - we have loads of ideas to make your fundraising easy - contact Rachael on 01785 603763 or email: ro@naccpo.org.uk for great ideas and support!!
Saturday 18th October 2008
‘Good Cause’ Rock Band evening at the Amasal Sports and Social Club, St. Alban’s Road, Stafford. Entrance by ticket only – this band is very poplular so we advise you to buy tickets early!
Contact Rachael on 01785 603763 for tickets/details.
Tuesday 21st October 2008
‘Next One’ Fashion Show at Perkins Social Club, Tixall Road, Stafford. Starts 8pm. High street labels at low prices. Xmas/Winter clothing bargains!
Tickets £2.50 available from Rachael on 01785 603763
Friday 21st November 2008
70's Fancy Dress Disco at Perkins Social Club, Tixall Road, Stafford. Tickets are £6 for adults, £3 for children including hot food. Prizes for the best adult and child fancy dress. There will also be an auction, raffle and tombola on the night. Entrance by ticket only - call Rachael on 01785 603763 - book early to avoid disappointment!
Information on our Member Groups
We extend heartfelt thanks to the following supporters. Without you the charity would be unable to continue its work with and on behalf of the families of children/young adults with cancer:
International Master chess player Loz Cooper finds time in between chess coaching and competitions to raise funds for us via sponsored matches, exhibitions and chess simuli. Loz is also ranked No.1 Chess player in Staffordshire but still affords time to help us despite his busy schedule.
For more information on chess coaching sessions please email: Loz Cooper
Detective Sgt Sue Bufton and colleagues at the Child Abuse Investigation Unit, Staffordshire Police HQ for their large donation following their Annual fundraising Ball and the creation of this new NACCPO website.
Evolution – for their on-going regular support.
Extended School Activities for their continued support of NACCPO
Macmillan Cancer Support - NACCPO were awarded a grant from Macmillan Cancer Support in April 2007 to support member group networking activities across the UK.
Next One Fashion Shows – these have been a regular fundraiser for us with a great deal of help from Tom and his team.
Perkins Social Club, Tixall Road, Stafford – For the numerous occasions we have held fundraising events at this venue.
For details of room hire for Weddings/parties etc. contact Linda Richards on 01785 215924
The Prop Store of London – for their regular generous donations of items for our annual fundraiser.
Spaceport Space Museum on The Wirral - for a very generous donation following the Star Wars weekend of 31 March -1 April 2007
There are many individuals that give up their spare time to support us.
Without them we would not be able to undertake the fundraising activities that are so important to the charity - many thanks to you all.
Below are some of the current activities that NACCPO board members are participating in:
The Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG) Publications Committee
You can help support our work by donating on-line or by shopping on-line.
