A Therapeutic Virtual Support Group –  For Carers.

We can help you adjust to life after your loved one has been diagnosed with cancer and the uncertainty it brings.

These virtual group sessions are via Microsoft Teams, available for anyone who is adjusting to life after their loved one has been diagnosed with cancer and you are caring for them.

The sessions will be facilitated by two qualified counsellors and provide a safe space to share your thoughts, experiences and connect with other people affected by cancer. Our trained BACP registered counsellors are highly experienced in helping people affected by cancer and the many emotions it may cause.

This course is:
A Therapeutic Virtual Support Group – For Carers.

A four week programme for people who are adjusting to life after their loved one has been diagnosed with cancer and you are caring for them, who live in Wales and are over the age of 18.

First session: 10am - 11.30am, Tuesday 7th May.
And then at the same time every Tuesday for the following three weeks.

The group will provide a space where participants can:

• Reflect on the impact of cancer on their lives and by sharing this experience with others, learn more about coping with the uncertainty this brings.
• Offer support, encouragement and comfort to the other group members, and receive the same in return.
• Make meaningful, supportive connections with others who have had a similar experience, improve mood and decrease anxiety and feelings of isolation.
• Find ways to integrate their experiences into their life going forward.

If you need any further information, please email us:
[email protected]






**Important: Please read the following statement that we will ask you to agree to when registering for this course:**

Confidentiality & GDPR

The counselling team (your facilitators) are all members of a professional body; The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
We have an ethical framework which is a set of values, principles and guidelines that underpin our work as therapists.
Although our virtual group sessions are not therapy, you can be assured that your best interests are at the heart of everything we do.

Confidentiality plays an important role in our work and this will also be a major element in the virtual support group. Anything discussed within the group at any time will remain confidential. All participants are expected to keep names and other personal information about group members, private.

Confidentiality will only be broken if any information is disclosed which facilitators feel demonstrates there is a significant risk to a participant or someone else. If this were to happen, we would always try to speak to the individuals concerned, unless there were safeguarding issues that would prevent this.

Tenovus Cancer Care – Virtual Support Group we will only collect and store data that is relevant to your virtual group registration and this information will be stored in a secure database accessed by staff within the support services. It’s important for you to know that we keep a record of your personal details to help our service run smoothly. These details are kept securely on a password protected computer system and are not shared with any third party.

We promise to always keep your details safe and will never sell or share them, other than to provide our services. If you would like to read more about our Privacy Policy, please click on the link;

https://www.tenovuscancercare.org.uk/about-us/privacy-policy

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these sessions free?
All of the 4 sessions are free of charge.


Who do I contact if I have some questions about the group?
Please email [email protected] and someone will get back to you within 48 hours.


Do I have to attend the 4 weeks?
Yes, as the 4 weeks programme of sessions will cover different aspects of support that will benefit you in your journey.


What do I do if I can no long attend the group?
If you can no longer attend the group sessions you have booked onto please email [email protected] to let us know. We may be able to offer you an alternative date if we have more group dates scheduled.


What happens if my internet goes during the session?
Please email [email protected] or call 0808 808 1010 and a member of the team will assist you.


What if I know someone who would benefit from these sessions?
Please give them the Enthuse link so that they can find out more information and book on if they would like to.


Do I have to keep my camera on during the group sessions?
Yes, we need everyone to fully engage in the group setting.


What happens if I become upset during the session?
It is ok to get upset, if you need to take time out of the group please let us know.

Can I tell other people about these sessions and what we discuss in them?
Yes you can talk about what you discuss in the sessions but not what other people do or any personal details about other participants.


How will my details be stored?
Your details are kept fully confidential - please see GDPR statement.