Hull and East Riding Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionNorth East
Catchment areaAnyone in the vicinity or who needs support, information or advice.
Venue29 Lowerdale Elloughton, Brough, North Humberside HU15 1SD
MeetingRuns group at home and has stands at some events
ContactLen Brattan
Telephone01482 669631
Prostate Support Association (Teeside)
RegionNorth East
Catchment areaTeeside and surrounding areas
VenueBlue Bell Hotel, Acklam Road, Middlesbrough
MeetingMeet on the 4th Monday of each month at 6.30pm
ContactRobin Millman
Telephone01642 651280
NotesA patient led support group with up to 20 attendees. Attracts men with prostate cancer and their families. This group has been going for 10 years.
The Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionNorth East
Catchment areaNorth Tyneside or anyone who can make the meeting
VenueNorth Tyneside General Hospital
Meeting Meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 6-8pm
ContactPauline Bagnall (nurse)
Telephone01912 934142
NotesSpeakers attend these informal meetings where information on prostate cancer is distributed. Wives and carers are always welcome. There is also a helpdesk on Monday afternoons in the main outpatients department where they are always happy to speak to people 1:1 if requested.
Chesterfield Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionNorth East
Catchment area Chesterfield and North Derbyshire
VenueCalow Community Centre, Calow, S44 5AU
MeetingMonthly meetings
ContactGail McPhail or Nicola James
Telephone01246 513442
NotesMeetings are held monthly and lunch is provided.
Prostate Cancer Support (PCS)
RegionNorth East
Catchment areaNorth of England
VenueThere are a number of different venues, please call to find your nearest one.
ContactHelpline team
TelephoneHelpline team: 0845 456 0678 General office: 01614 748222
NotesOperates local support groups.
York Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionNorth East
Catchment areaYorkshire
VenueYork District Hospital, York
MeetingThey meet every three months on a Monday at 6pm. Please contact Bryan for further details.
ContactBryan Metcalf
Telephone01757 228 394
NotesBryan also runs an e-group for anyone to join, send a blank email to ProstateCancerSupport@yahoogroups.com and Bryan will get back to you with further details.
Leeds Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionYorkshire and Humber
Catchment area35 mile radius of Leeds
VenueThe Grove Centre, Horsforth
MeetingMeetings are held every three months on a Saturday afternoon
ContactMain contact is David Padfield. Then Ian Yearwood
TelephoneDavid: 01924 275985 Ian: 07810 626 397
NotesThis group has around 40-50 attendees and speakers are invited each meeting including surgeons, specialist nurses or a person from Macmillan
Furness Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaBarrow, Cumbria
VenueSt Marys Hospice Cancer Centre, Hartington Road, Barrow
MeetingMeets on 2nd Monday of the month at 7pm
ContactPaul Booth
Telephone01229 889768
NotesThis small group of around 15-20 people gives advice and information to newly diagnosed men, families and partners
Leighton Hospital Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaCheshire, Wirral, Stoke on Trent
VenueLeighton Hospital, Postgraduate Centre, Crewe
MeetingGenerally second Saturday of every other month from 10-12pm
ContactGary Steele/Ian Bonner
Telephone01606 553097
NotesWives and family welcome. Helpline: 0845 456 0678
North Cumbria Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaNorth Cumbria Hospital Trust Area
VenueMorton Manor, Wigton Road, Carlisle CA2 6JP
MeetingEvery 1st Tuesday of the month from 7-9pm
ContactJim Allan
Telephone01228 539510
NotesFamily and Friends welcome.
Prostate Cancer Support Association
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaGreater Manchester, Bolton & Lancashire
VenueSt Lukes Church, Chorley Old Road, Bolton
MeetingMeets 2nd Wednesday of every month at 2pm
TelephoneHelpline: 0845 4560678, Office: 01614 748222
Prostate Cancer Support (PCS) Droylesden
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaManchester, Lancashire
VenueDroylsden Football Club, Market Street, Droylesden M43 7AY
MeetingMeets on the 1st Thursday of each month at 6pm
ContactDavid Mitchel
Telephone0845 456 0678
Prostate Cancer Support Federation
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaCheshire
Venue Mansion House Chambers, 22 High Street, Stockport, Cheshire, SK1 1EG
ContactChairman John Dwyer
Prostate Cancer Support (PCS) Wirral & North Cheshire
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaWirral, North Cheshire, Liverpool and North Wales
VenueHealthy Living Centre, Civic Hall, Civic Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 0AZ
MeetingMeets the last Saturday of each month (excl. summer break) at 10am
ContactCalvin Wood
Telephone(0151) 648 4466
NotesThey have 150 members and around 60-70 turn for each meeting. Families and partners are welcome.
The Bay Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaLancashire
VenueCancer Care, Slynedales, Slyne Road, Lancaster LA2 6ST
MeetingMeets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month (except July & August) at 7.30pm
ContactGeorge Niven or for general information Cancer Care Lancaster
TelephoneGeorge - 01524 32736 or CCL - 01524 381820
Notes An active group with 35 members.
The Men's Group
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaLiverpool and surrounding area
Venue21 Aigburth Road, Liverpool, L17 4LR
Meeting Meets on the last Wednesday of every month except December.
ContactJoan Elmer
Telephone0151 726 8934
NotesThe aim of the group is to provide a safe environment for men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer to meet and discuss any issues they have. This may be concerns about treatment, how they feel and what happens next. They also invite the partners to come along; they are able to talk in our relaxation room about the issues and concerns they have. Four times each year we offer complimentary therapies to all members.
East Lancashire Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaBurnley and surrounding area
VenueConference Centre - Pendleside Hospice, Colne Road, Reedley, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 2LW
MeetingMonthly meetings; see website for calendar dates for the year
ContactMartin Wells
Telephone07764 741366
NotesWe are a group of local people who know about prostate cancer. We are a friendly organisation dedicated to offering support to men who have had or who are experiencing the effects of this potentially life threatening disease. We offer a place for free exchange of information and help for those affected by this increasingly common form of male cancer. At each meeting we strive to be a happy, supportive and upbeat group of people; encouraging open discussion on what can be a very difficult and perhaps for some an embarrassing subject. We have lively, informative, interactive, sharing and above all supportive meetings.
The Walnut Group
RegionNorth West
Catchment areaLancashire
VenueVine House, Cromwell Road, Preston, PR2 6YB
MeetingEvery 1st Wednesday of the month from 6pm
ContactColin Piddington
Telephone01254 852555
NotesPreston based Prostate Cancer Support Group. Patients, Carers, Family and Friends welcome.
Stafford Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionWest Midlands
Catchment areaStafford and surrounding area
VenuePost Graduate Medical Centre, Mid Staffs Foundation Trust, Weston Road, Stafford, ST16 3SA
MeetingFirst meeting Tuesday 3 February 2009 and thereafter first Tuesday of each month between 6-8pm.
ContactJane Begley, Uro-oncology Nurse
Telephone01785 257731 x 3042
NotesParking facilities are available for those attending. Post Graduate Medical Centre is located at the rear of the hospital.
Solihull Prostate Cancer Support Group (SPCSG)
RegionWest Midlands
Catchment areaSolihull and South Birmingham
VenueSIMTR Conference Centre, Spire Parkway Hospital, Damson Parkway, Solihull
MeetingOn the last Tuesday of every month (except December) at 6.30 pm.
ContactMike Ince (Secretary)
Telephone0121-744-7557
NotesFree Car Parking is available for those attending and Coffee/Tea and biscuits are served from 6.15 pm on arrival.
Cancer Support Prostate Cancer Group
RegionEast Midlands
Catchment areaDudley and surrounding areas
VenueThe White House, 10 Ednam Road, Dudley
MeetingMeetings every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 2pm
ContactPeter Allen
Telephone01384 231232
NotesThe White House is a drop-in centre and is open each weekday between 9am and 5pm. We provide support for patients and carers affected by any type of cancer. Services include information, transport and complementary therapies. Please ring for more details.
City and Sandwell Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionEast Midlands
Catchment areaWest Bromwich, West Birmingham or anyone who can make it
VenueWood Lane Community Centre, West Bromwich
MeetingMeets every 3 months
ContactHeather Wilkins
Telephone0121 507 3381
NotesThe group is open to anybody and there are around 20-40 attendees.
Northampton Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionEast Midlands
Catchment areaNorthamptonshire
VenueEden Close Community Room, Churchill Avenue, Northampton, NN3 6HL
Meeting7.30 p.m. First Tuesday each month, except January
ContactBernard Kelly, Chairman
Telephone 01604 473738
NotesCurrently around 35 members. Wives/partners very welcome. Programme of speakers, outings and discussions, Macmillan oncology nurse specialist usually attends.
North Staffs Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionEast Midlands
Catchment areaStafford, Market Drayton, Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands
VenueThe Joiners Square Community Centre, Cornes Street (off Leeks Road), Stoke-on-Trent
MeetingMeets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6pm
ContactKen Smedley
Telephone 01782 722168
NotesThis groups welcome all prostate cancer patients and their carers. There are around 100 members, 70 of which are prostate cancer patients and around 30 are carers.
Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionEast Midlands
Catchment areaNottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire
VenuePostgraduate Education Centre, City Hospital Campus, Hucknall Road, Nottingham
MeetingSecond Thursday of every other month (starting February), normally 7.00-9.00pm
Telephone0115 911 1661
NotesThe group provides mutual support to men and their families who are concerned about prostate cancer and its consequences; receives information about prostate cancer and its treatment; shares experience and raises awareness. The annual meeting programme includes talks from consultants, nurse specialists, and other healthcare professionals, with plenty of opportunity to comment or ask questions; also open discussions and an annual meal out. The attendance is around 20-35, including a number of partners. A bi-monthly Newsletter is widely circulated by email or post.
Prostate Cancer Support Association - Central England
RegionEast Midlands
Catchment areaWest Midlands and Warwickshire
VenueAmbleside Sports and Social Club, Nuneaton and Coombe Social Club, Brinklow Road, Coventry, CV3 2HY
MeetingMeet Bi monthly from 7.30pm. Call Brian for further details.
ContactBrian Atkins
Telephone01455 448040
NotesPatient led support group.
Kidderminster and District Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionEast Midlands
Catchment areaWorcestershire, Shropshire,
VenueKidderminster Town Hall, Kidderminster
MeetingThey meet four times a year, every three months on the 3rd Monday of the month.
ContactColin Tomkinson
Telephone01562 66593
NotesThe group has 514 members and is a registered charity, number 1100718.
Sutton Coldfield Prostate Cancer
RegionEast Midlands
Catchment areaSutton Coldfield, North Birmingham
VenueEducational Centre, Good Hope Hospital, Sutton Coldfield
MeetingGenerally last Wednesday of each month from 2-4.30pm
ContactJoe Dyke
Telephone01216 866491
NotesThis group has up to 20-50 people.
North Notts Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionEast Midlands
Catchment areaNorth of Nottingham, including Kirkby in Ashfield, Mansfield, Mansfield Woodhouse, Warsop, Edwinstowe and surrounding area
ContactBob Clark – Chairperson
Telephone01623 515899
East Suffolk Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionEastern
Catchment areaEast Suffolk
VenueLecture Theatre, postgraduate Centre, Ipswich Hospital
MeetingPublic meetings are also held bi-monthly on the first Wednesday of the month 7-9pm
ContactJohn Dent
Telephone01473 404735
NotesAttracts 60/70 men who have and have had prostate cancer. There is normally a speaker at the general meetings and they have leaflets with the main contact details on them. Anyone is welcome to contact them.
Norfolk and Waveney Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionEastern
Catchment areaNorfolk and Waveney area of Suffolk
VenueNorfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Norwich
MeetingBi-monthly meetings on the first Monday of the month from 7-9pm
ContactRay Cossey (Chairman)
Telephone01603 720 980
NotesThis group is a registered charity and has over 300 members, mainly consisting of prostate cancer patients. It's purpose is to support men with prostate cancer and their families in the Norfolk and Waveney area and to spread awareness. There is free parking and refreshments.
Cambridgeshire Prostate Cancer Support Association (aka CambsPSA)
RegionEastern
Catchment areaCambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Suffolk & Essex
VenueAddenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge
MeetingFirst Tuesday of every month (except January) 7.30-9.30pm
ContactDon Gibbs (Chairman)
Telephone01733 261281
NotesThe group has an attendence of around 40-100 people. They hold social evenings February-March, May-August and October-November. In the months when the social evenings do not take place, speakers usually attend the group.
Association for Prostate Awareness (APA)
RegionLondon
Catchment areaLondon Borough’s of Newham, Waltham Forest, Barking and Dagenham, Redbridge, City and Hackney
VenueNewham African Caribbean Resource Centre, 627 - 633 Barking Road, London E13 9EZ 020 8471 2258
MeetingThree monthly
ContactMr Renold Reid
NotesThe Association for Prostate Awareness (APA) is a voluntary Association of approximately 100 members, this includes a number of women. The Association aims to raise the awareness of the effect of prostate condition by promoting educational and cultural events which support individuals with prostate illness.
Guys Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionLondon
Catchment areaOpen to patients of Guys and St Thomas' Hospital only
VenueSeminar Room, Urology Centre, Guys Hospital
MeetingLast Friday of every month. 2pm start. 1.30pm refreshments
ContactNetty Kinsella
Telephone020 7188 7339
NotesRefreshments from 1.30pm for a 2pm start.
PSA Prostate Cancer Support Association
RegionLondon
Catchment areaGreater London
VenueGuy's Hospital, Borough Wing, 4th Floor, Renal Library, Great Maze Pond, London, SE1 9RT. Precise directions within Guy's Hospital can be provided upon request, preferably by email or by phone as listed below.
MeetingSecond Tuesday of each month at 14.00 - 16.00.
ContactColin Frith
Telephone020 8539 3474
NotesThis group is an integral part of the larger charity, PSA Prostate Cancer Support Association. Members support those affected by prostate cancer, their friends, families and partners. They have a special interest in those newly diagnosed and those with advanced prostate cancer. www.prostatecancersupport.info
The West London Prostate Cancer Group
RegionLondon
Catchment areaAll welcome
VenueMaggie’s Centre, Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London
MeetingMeetings held on the 1st Monday of the month 12pm -14pm at the Maggie’s Centre, Charing Cross Hospital.
ContactRachel Sharkey
Telephone020 8846 7449
NotesFrequent guest speakers including medics, therapists and relevant organisations such as The Prostate Cancer Charity. Numbers are limited please contact Rachel Sharkey if you are interested in joining the group or if you have any questions about this group.
Men's Den Prostate Cancer support group
RegionLondon
Catchment areaNorth London, Camden, Islington and Barnet
VenueThe Atrium, Royal Free Hospital
MeetingSix weekly basis, evenings from 18.30 pm
ContactDavid Cullen/ Shelley Coombs
Telephone0207 317 7629
NotesA support group for patients, meet on a six weekly basis, invite an expert speaker for a short presentation followed by questions and answers. The members then discuss and meet over refreshments. The group is interested in developing a role in public health awareness.
Hackney Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionLondon
Catchment areaAnyone in the vicinity who needs support, information,advice and counselling
VenueWally Foster Community Centre, Homerton Road, London E9 5QB
MeetingLast Tuesday of the month , Time 12pm - 2pm
ContactNathaniel Oyinloye & Grace Alli-Adebayo
Telephone02079231962 / 02000113833 / Nath:07501066097 / Grace: 07502399503
NotesSupport for those affected by prostate cancer, their family, partners and friends-also those concerned /new members are welcome. Hackney Council is supporting the awareness project - All are welcome in our monthly awareness workshop.
Free counselling available (1:1 counselling).
Oxfordshire family cancer support group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaOxfordshire
VenueDrill Hall, Cowley Road, Oxford, OX15 7CR
MeetingFortnightly
ContactJames Brown
Telephone0203 444 6493
NotesSupport for families looking after family members with cancer
APPLE (Association of Prostate Patients in London and Essex)
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaLondon and Essex
VenueThey hold occasional exhibitions at King George Hospital, Ilford,
MeetingPlease contact Mr Mastris for information
ContactKen Mastris
Telephone020 8550 0600
Aylesbury Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaAylesbury and surrounding area
VenueThey meet at Stoke Mandeville Hospital
MeetingMeet once a quarter on the first Monday of that quarter. Please contact Colin for further details.
Contact Colin Bracewell
Telephone01296 486925
NotesFamily members and partners welcome. There are about 10-15 attendees each session.
Cadgers
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaSouthend Basildon and anyone in the area
VenueThe Tyrols Centre, Thundersly, Essex
MeetingLast Thursday of every month 6-8pm
ContactCathy Miles
Telephone01702 385369
NotesThis support group welcomes family members. They are currently developing a website.They have 30-40 regular attendees and speakers every month (not necessarily medical). It is an informal meeting with tea and coffee. Wives, partners and family are welcome.
Chilterns Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaThe Chilterns and adjoining areas
VenueNo set venue - public meetings take place at Wycombe Hospital or at Stoke Mandeville Hospital
MeetingCurrently every two months - please contact Andrew for further details
ContactAndrew Scott-Priestley
Telephone01494 874722
NotesThis support group welcomes family members. They are currently developing a website.
East Surrey Hospital Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaEast Surrey
VenueSkylane Hotel, 38, Bonehurst Road Horley, Surrey, RH6 8QG
MeetingOn the 2nd Monday of every other month from 2.30-4.30pm
ContactJim Adcock
Telephone01737 769636
Friends of Prostate Sufferers (the FOPS)
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaWatford and district centred on Chorleywood Herts
VenueBedford Arms, Chenies, Rickmansworth, WD3 6EQ
MeetingBeginning of the month, usually Wed or Thurs at 8pm for Committee Meeting, pre drinks chat at 7:30pm
Contact Bob Arthy / Jim Spence
TelephoneBob 07799475199 / 01923 282 105, Jim 01923 282 199
Frimley Park Prostate Cancer Patient Support Group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaSurrey, Hampshire
VenueFrimley Park Hospital
MeetingThey meet 4 or 5 times a year in the Frimley area
ContactPeter Seaton
Telephone01483 272547 Helpline:0800 6783168
Notes The Founder and Chairman is Colin Stokes
Guildford Prostate Cancer Patient Support Group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaGuildford, Surrey
VenueRoyal Surrey County Hospital
MeetingThey meet every three months on a Wednesday with lunch and evening sessions. Please call Peter for further details.
ContactPeter Seaton
Telephone 01483 272547 Helpline: 0800 6783168
NotesThis group is newly formed with a membership of about 40. Their mission statement is; To offer support, comradeship and information to all men with prostate cancer and also to their partners, family and friends.
Haddenham & Thame Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaHaddenham and surrounding villages
VenueThe Rose and Thistle Pub, Station Road, Haddenham, Buckinghamshire
MeetingMeet once a quarter on the first Monday of that quarter.
ContactMichael Pegge
Telephone01844 290077
NotesThis group is a member of the Chiltern Prostate Cancer Support Group. Michael is on the committee and anybody concerned about prostate cancer should contact him. The groups welcomes new members and they average around 30 attendees per session. The meeting is usually a lunchtime meeting.
Lister Prostate Cancer Support
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaLister Hospital patients only
VenuePost Graduate Centre, Lister Hospital
MeetingThey meet on the third Wednesday of every month at 7pm, except in the Summer months.
ContactMike Bradley
Telephone01462 684 732
NotesProvides support for men with prostate cancer, their wives partners and family. They usually have around 10-12 attendees..
Nightingale Community Hospice
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaEnfield
VenueThe Lancaster Centre, Lancaster Road, Enfield
MeetingBi-Monthly Meetings
ContactSally Ainsworth
Telephone020 8366 4333
North East Essex Prostate Cancer group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaThe Whole of North East Essex
VenueThe Training and Development Centre at Essex County Hospital
Meeting1st Wednesday of each month from 6pm to 8pm. No meetings in August or January
ContactLucy Powell
Telephone01206 742964
NotesThe support group, which is open to patients, relatives and carers, is an informal group, which meets monthly.
P.H.A.S.E - Prostate Health Advice Support and Education
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaHarold Wood and Old Church Hospital
VenueThey meet at the Neighbourhood Centre, Gubbins Lane, Harold Wood, Essex
MeetingMeet last Friday of each month at 7pm
ContactActing Chairman, Rob Cornes
Telephone0208 970 8175 / 8071
PCaSO Prostate Cancer Network
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaMain focus is Central South Coast
VenueVarious venues throughout the area
MeetingThere are 4 groups; Fareham Basingstoke, Southampton and West Sussex and 1 branch in Dorset. Each arranges their own meetings.
ContactMike Hollingworth
TelephoneHELPLINE: 0845 650 2555
NotesA registered charity 1095439. Postal address is: PO BOX 66 Emsworth, Hampshire PO10 7ZP.
ProActive
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaWest Essex PCT area (Bishop's Stortford to Loughton, Lea Valley to Ongar, including Harlow)
VenueBirchwood House, St Margaret's Hospital, Epping, Essex CM16 6TN
MeetingMeets once a month, on Friday from 1.00pm to 3.00pm
ContactJohn Woods
Telephone0774 737 4692
NotesWe are an informal support group, which is open to patients and their partners. We have over 70 members, of whom some 20 patients and partners are able to attend the meetings. We have organised four annual prostate cancer 'information afternoons' with health professional speakers, and have set up a help line and a website.
PSA - Eastbourne Support Group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaEast Sussex - Predominately Eastbourne
VenuePost Graduate Medical and Dental Centre, Eastbourne District General Hospital, Kings Drive, Eastbourne, East Sussex
MeetingMeets monthly for dates and times see http://www.psaeastbourne.org.uk Contact Graham Hatfield
ContactGraham Hatfield
Telephone01323 749258 National PSA Helpline number: 0845 601 0766
NotesBranches and support groups of the Prostate Cancer Support Association Charity use regular meetings throughout the country to bring together men with prostate cancer and their wives, partners and family members. The aims of the Charity include dissemination of information and support for group members.
PSA Prostate Cancer Support Association
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaWest Kent
VenueSomerfield Hospital, Maidstone
Meeting10.30am Last Friday of each month
ContactIan Noble
Telephone01634 849032
NotesThe groups are open discussion groups, speakers are occassionally invited but the main focus of meetings is supporting each other through the cancer journey and passing on information sources. www.prostatecancersupport.info
Prostate Cancer Support Association (PSA) Canterbury
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaCanterbury and South East
VenueAt Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Centre for Health & Clinical Sciences, Canterbury
MeetingMeets on the last Wednesday of the month at 10.15am
ContactGraham Edwards
Telephone01304 364873
PSA Prostate Cancer Support Association (PSA) Tunbridge Wells
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaSouth East or anyone who can make it
VenueKent & Sussex Hospital, Tunbridge Wells
MeetingFirst Monday of each month at 10.30am
Contact1. Len Walsham 2. Peter Grantham 3.John Bennett
Telephone1. 01892 654464 2. 01892 664232 3. 01892 526078
Prostate Cancer Network (PCaSO)
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaChichester, Rustington, West Sussex
VenueChichester meetings are held at Chichester Baptist Church, Sherborne Road, Chichester PO19 3AW and Rustington meetings are held in the John de Bohun Room, The Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Avenue, Rustington, BN16 3HB
MeetingChichester meetings are held on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 to 8.30pm. Rustington meetings are held on Wednesday evenings from 6.30 to 8.30pm
ContactIan Graham Jones / Roger Bacon
TelephoneIan: 01243 371128, Roger: 01903 775602, Helpline: 0845 650 2555
Reading Prostate Cancer Support
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaThe catchment area of the Royal Berkshire Hospital - mainly Berkshire and South Oxfordshire
VenueSt. Andrew's Church Hall, Craven Road, Reading
MeetingFirst Friday of each month
ContactKeith Jackson
Telephone0118 9842999
NotesMeetings are open to all men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer together with their partners. The principal purpose of the group is to provide support and fellowship for its members.
South East Cancer Help Centre
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaSouth East
VenueSouth East Cancer Help Centre, 2 Purley RD, (Tesco Development) Purley PR8 2HA
MeetingFirst working Monday of each month from 10.30-12.30pm
Contact Kathleen Behan - Centre Manager
Telephone020 8668 0974
NotesRegistered Charity No 1011509. They have around 10-30 people attend and the support group is for anyone affected by prostate cancer. Their website is: www.sechc.org.uk.
The Chiltern Prostate Cancer Support Group - Marlow
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaMarlow
VenueMarlow Rowing Club
MeetingMeets every two to three months.
ContactMike Basnett
Telephone01628 482362 / 07770 802761
NotesThis group is part of the larger Chilterns prostate cancer support groups. There are around 10-12 attendees. Their website is: www.chilternsprostatecancersupportgroup.co.uk
The Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaAll those that can travel to Mount Vernon
VenueLinda Jackson Macmillan Centre, Mount Vernon Hospital, Northwood, Middlesex, HA6 2RN
MeetingMeets once a month, usually on a Wednesday.
ContactLorraine Hawes
Telephone 01923 844014
NotesWe have health professionals/ speakers each month, current issues on prostate cancer.
Woking PSA Group (North West Surrey)
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaNorth West Surrey and local area
VenuePhysiotherapy Department, Woking Comminuty Hospital, Heathside Road, Woking
MeetingThey meet on the 3rd Monday of every other month from 7-9pm, Please contact Roy for further details.
ContactRoy Sowersby
Telephone01483 832 120
NotesThis is an informal group where family members/non patients are welcome. There are usually 6-8 people per attendance. Website is: www.prostatecancersupport.info
Oxfordshire Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaOxfordshire
VenueSouthfields Golf Club, Hill Top Road, Oxford, OX4 1PF
MeetingPlease contact Secretary using the details below
ContactSecretary, George Goldsmith
Telephone01235 763486
NotesMembership is free to all those affected by prostate cancer, as patients, family or friends
Community Cancer Centre
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaMiddlesex
VenueCommunity Cancer Centre, 18a Fairfield Road, Yiewsley, Middlesex, UB7 8EX
MeetingThe centre is open five days a week, Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm
ContactBren Fisher, CCC Manager, 01895 461016 (Mondays to Fridays 10am to 4pm)
TelephoneOffice: 01895 461016 - A member of staff is on duty to help you during Mondays to Friday 10am to 4pm
NotesGroups with similar diagnosis meet each month to support each other. Talks are arranged on a variety of subjects. Workshops on therapies and outings take place regularly.
Drop-in centre provide information and support to anybody affected by cancer, including carers, families & friends. We offer support, workshops, a listening ear and complementary therapies. We are here to help and signpost to right information and organisation as required.
East & North Herts Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionSouth East
Catchment areaHerts and Beds (and visitors in our area)
VenueWe meet at Lister Hospital, Stevenage, Herts
Meeting4th Wednesday of each month
ContactJohn Walker (Committee Member) or Brian Watkins
TelephoneJohn Walker - 01462 623 632 or Brian Watkins - 01438 740 569
Cornwall Prostate Support Association
RegionSouth West
Catchment areaCornwall
VenueKnowledge Spa at Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro
MeetingThird Monday of every month at 7pm.
Contact Debbie Victor
Telephone01872 252 177
NotesMeetings take place once a month.
The Cotswolds Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionSouth West
Catchment areaGloucestershire
VenueThe Gloucestershire Club, Greville Close, Sandhurst Road, Gloucester, GL2 9RG
MeetingSecond Tuesday of every month at 7pm
Contact Robin Ewart
Telephone 07703 477391
Derriford Prostate Support Group
RegionSouth West
Catchment areaDevon, Cornwall & Plymouth
VenuePostgraduate Centre, Derriford Hospital
MeetingMeets on the last Thursday of the month at 4.30pm
ContactVanessa Wilcox
Telephone01752 245228
NotesThis group is for patients who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, their families and partners. The group also has various speakers ranging from patients, alternative therapists and consultants who speak monthly. There are around 30-40 attendees. A buddying service is currently been set up.
North and East Devon Support Group
RegionSouth West
Catchment areaNorth and East Devon
VenueIsca Centre Exeter
MeetingThey meet every 3 months on the 3rd Thursday of that month.
ContactRuth Burrow
Telephone01404 812899
NotesThis group has guest speakers, lively discussions and a friendly atmosphere. The website address is: www.nedpsa.org.uk. There are area groups all over Devon for anyone who cannot make it to the main meeting. There is also a ladies group that meets from time to time. They are a Registered Charity.
Dorset Branch - PCaSO Prostate Cancer Network
RegionSouth West
Catchment areaDorset
VenueSt March's church Hall, Talbot Woods, Bournemouth
MeetingNormally at 7.30pm every other month. Please call or look on the website for further details.
ContactBarry Taylor / Jim Davis
Telephone01202 696107 / 01202580436
NotesThey hold regular monthly meetings and anybody is welcome including patients, carers and partners. The Chairman is Jim Davis.
Prospect: The West of England
RegionSouth West
Catchment areaBristol and surrounding counties
VenueBCWA Sports Centre, Southmead, Bristol
MeetingThey meet quarterly, usually on a Wednesday at 7.30pm. Call David for further details.
ContactDavid Casley
SOMERSET Prostate Support Association
RegionSouth West
Catchment areaSomerset
Venue Meetings in Taunton at The Albemarle Centre and in Yeovil
MeetingPlease contact Brian for further details.
ContactBrian Smart
Telephone01823 272184
NotesThis group is now well established with an attendance of around 40 people. The group encourages wives, partners and family members to attend. The group has guest speakers including consultants and specialist nurses.
South Dorset Prostate Cancer Support Group
RegionSouth West
Catchment areaSouth & West Dorset
VenueSt Andrews Church Hall, Preston, Weymouth
MeetingEvery other month, on the 2nd Wednesday of that month
ContactBarry Newman
Telephone01305 834064
NotesThis group is for patients who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, their families and partners. There are sometimes speakers ranging from patients, therapists, doctors & nurses. There are around 30-40 attendees.
The Orchidians
RegionChannel Islands
Catchment areaEveryone on the Channel Islands who can make the meetings.
VenueLes Côtils Christian Centre
Meeting‘Drop in’ Meetings on 2nd Tuesday of the month throughout the year with two larger meetings with speakers in the Spring and Autumn
ContactRobin Penna - Chairman or John Dempster - Secretary
Telephone01481 263084 or 07781 120074/01481 246114 or 07781 143323
NotesA Guernsey organisation that provides a forum for discussion and support to those in Guernsey diagnosed with prostate cancer.