What we do
We help you understand cancer and get the support you need.
We talk about the signs of cancer, how to get checked, and the services available for people with cancer.
We share accurate and reliable information about cancer. We make it simple by speaking your language and explaining things in an easy way.
We give advice and guide you to find the right help and services.
We offer one-to-one support when you need it.
Learn about signs of cancer and what to do next in our workshops.
Join us at our health and wellbeing events.
Who can use our services?
Anyone who needs help to learn about cancer or get support. Our services are free to anyone living in Birmingham, Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall, and Wolverhampton.
Why it matters
We speak your language. We’re keen to address the cultural and language barriers around cancer support and treatment.
We explain health information clearly. We are a trusted and reliable source of information working alongside the NHS and Macmillan Cancer Support.
We offer friendly advice and guidance to help you get the support you need.
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How it’s helped others
Helping Jasvinder with her breast cancer journey
When Jasvinder was diagnosed with breast cancer, she felt overwhelmed. She wanted to keep her diagnosis private because she worried about her elderly mother finding out from a stranger, as she had previously lost her sister to cancer.
One person she did confide in was her colleague Sukhvinder, who was also a Cancer Community Connector. Sukhvinder understood that Jasvinder’s decision to share her diagnosis meant she trusted her. Rather than pushing advice, Sukhvinder simply offered to listen. She shared information about available support and reassured Jasvinder that help was there if she needed it.
At first, Jasvinder felt confident managing things on her own with the support of her medical team. But over time, Sukhvinder continued to share useful resources and leaflets. Jasvinder found these helpful and decided to explore the extra support available.
Through the information Sukhvinder and the breast cancer nurse provided, Jasvinder accessed several services:
The Feel Good service, which helped her focus on self-care.
A wig from Wills Wigs, which gave her confidence.
Complementary therapies to support her well-being (Oncology therapist).
The Macmillan Buddy and ‘Someone like me’ (Breast Cancer Now) services gave her someone to talk to, and she now recommends them to others.
Jasvinder thanks Sukhvinder for her support and explains: “I am not facing [cancer] alone. My family and friends have wrapped me in love, my colleagues have shown me kindness and understanding, and my faith continues to give me strength when I need it most. This journey is not easy, but with their support, I am finding courage, hope, and the will to keep moving forward."
When Facebook helped a user get skin cancer treatment
Ameena Westwood, a Community Cancer Connector, runs the ‘Let’s Talk Hope’ Facebook group. She regularly shares important health information to raise awareness. Recently, she shared a post from Balls to Cancer in the Sandwell Cancer Support Group about skin cancer.
The post included a clear graphic showing how to check your skin for unusual moles or marks. It explained key signs to look for:
Asymmetry – When one half of the mole does not match the other.
Border – Uneven, irregular, or blurred edges.
Colour – Changes in colour or mixed colours like red, blue, or black.
Diameter – Larger than 6mm (but can be smaller).
Evolving – Any changes to an existing mole over time.
A few weeks later, a member of the group responded to the post with this message:
"Thank you so much for sharing this page a few weeks ago. When I looked at the images, I saw one that looked just like a spot on my shoulder. Thank goodness I got it checked out and tested, as my results have come back as a 'basal cell carcinoma'. Thankfully, I can start treatment straight away now. I’m so grateful for you sharing this information – many, many thanks again."
This shows how sharing the right information at the right time can make a real difference. By providing simple, clear facts, Ameena helped someone spot a serious skin condition and get treatment quickly. Through the Let’s Talk Hope group, Ameena continues to guide people to life-saving knowledge and support.