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Support line

Our specialist support team is here for everyone affected by ovarian cancer. Call us on 0808 802 6000 (freephone), Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm, or email us at [email protected].

Our support line is temporarily unavailable from Monday 19 October to Monday 26 October.

If you or a loved one would like to get in touch, please email [email protected] or leave a voicemail on 0808 802 6000. The team will get back to you as soon as they can from Tuesday 27 October.

In the meantime, please visit our helpful resources designed to support people affected by ovarian cancer, including friends and family.

If you need to speak with someone more urgently, support is available through Macmillan Support Line, which offers confidential support to people living with cancer and their loved ones. Call free on 0808 808 00 00 - 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week.

Samaritans are also available 24hrs, 7 days a week; whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. Call free on 116 123.

 

 

Speaking to our specialist support team can be a real comfort. Whether you have a diagnosis, are worried about symptoms or are a family member or friend affected by ovarian cancer, you can contact our advisors for more information and support.

Call: 0808 802 6000 (freephone), Monday - Friday, 10am - 4pm

Email: [email protected]

Or, submit a form and someone from our team will get in touch with you.

Contact our support line

Someone calling the Target Ovarian Cancer support line.

Why do people contact our support line?

You can call us about anything to do with ovarian cancer. Some reasons why people have contacted us in the past are:

  • Worries about ovarian cancer symptoms, or visiting the GP and having tests 
  • If they've just been diagnosed with ovarian cancer
  • Questions about treatment including chemotherapy, ovarian cancer drugs, surgery or clinical trials 
  • Emotional or mental wellbeing concerns.

Frequently asked questions about the support line

What will happen if I call the support line?

You will hear a brief welcome message before your call is answered by someone from our specialist support team. They'll introduce themselves, ask your name and help you to settle into the call. 

They will listen to you and help you explain your situation, and any concerns or questions you might have.

Sometimes our team might be busy on other calls. If this happens, another staff member from our supportive services team will answer your call, ask you for your details and arrange a call back as soon as possible.

What if I get upset?

Lots of people worry that they may get upset or cry when they call our support line. Please don’t let this put you off calling.

Our nurses understand that those who need our support are often in situations that cause them to be anxious or emotional. They'll give you the time and space you need to be able to explain your situation. 

If you don’t feel able to talk on the phone, why not complete our contact form? With your permission, our team can then call you to get the conversation started. 

Can I call again if I need more support? 

You can use our support line as much or as little as you need! 

We often support people over long periods of time. For others, they only need our support on one or two occasions. We're here to offer support in a way that feels right for you. 

I'm unsure whether the support line is suitable for me?

Our support line is for anyone affected by ovarian cancer including family, friends and loved ones. You can use our simple tool to help answer your questions about using our support line.

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I’ve used the support line a few times when I’ve been concerned about something or when I feel low and I don’t feel it’s something I can talk about with my nearest and dearest because they’re going through their own anxiety. I found that really helpful.
Sarah

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