Leukaemia Research Donation
Older people with blood cancer will get help and support thanks to Worcestershire Freemasons
Photo shows Margaret Miller together with Community Fundraising Officer, Mia Rawlinson, and Worcestershire Freemasons, Bill Tucker and David Dey.
Hundreds of older people diagnosed with blood cancer and their families will be able to access vital emotional, practical and psychological support, thanks to a grant of £10,000 from Worcestershire Freemasons to the Leukaemia Care charity. The Worcester-based charity is using the grant for vital Welfare and Advocacy project for blood cancer patients and their families. The advocacy and welfare team at Leukaemia Care provide the essential help people need after receiving a life changing diagnosis of a blood cancer, and far beyond this initial diagnosis. Around 34,000 people year are diagnosed with a blood cancer. This is one every 20 minutes. Leukaemia Care aim to be there for all of them, and their families. Covid-19 has brought unprecedented levels of anxiety, concern and mental health issues to blood cancer patients and their families. During the pandemic, the charity saw a five-fold increase in requests for support from their advocacy team. The Welfare Officer at Leukaemia Care has been in particular demand, handling the numerous requests for information on subjects such as benefits advice, insurance, housing issues, blue badge applications and helping patients in sourcing individual funding to suit their needs.
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