Family, friends, carers and cancer

A cancer diagnosis affects family and friends too. Get tips on how to support someone with cancer. And read about how you can support yourself if someone you love has cancer. 

How to support someone with cancer

When you are supporting someone with cancer, it can be hard to know what to say. Listening is just as important as talking. 

Taking care of yourself

If you are a carer or supporting someone with cancer, you need to look after yourself too. Caring can be rewarding and challenging. There is help and support available. 

Last reviewed: 
05 Mar 2024
Next review due: 
05 Mar 2027