Ovarian cancer support group

This support group is run by Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and is for anyone affected by ovarian cancer to come along for a cup of tea and a natter. Partners, relatives and friends are also welcome!

Contact: Register your interest by calling 0800 092 7640 or email support@big-c.co.uk

Meets: Every 2^nd Friday of the month from 11am-1pm, at the Big C Norwich NNUH Centre

Gynaecology Nurse Specialist Siobhan, who runs the group looks after patients undergoing treatment for ovarian cancer everyday at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. 

It was identified that the women and their families felt isolated and often didn’t know where to turn. Working with the team at Big C enabled this support group to be set up.

As Siobhan explains “We have created a wonderful community of support, sharing stories, laughing, crying and most importantly, being there for one another. We want to raise awareness of our group and the support that is out there if you have ovarian cancer, but also to raise awareness for others who may be in the same situation. We hope our group will continue to grow and flourish and anyone is welcome.”

“As I have five daughters, I didn’t want any of them to discover ovarian cancer too late.

I really want to raise awareness and help educate young women about the early misleading symptoms.

This journey would be very lonely without the support of this group.”

Karen, Group Participant

“This group has helped me feel less alone, given me support and confidence.”

Sally, Group Participant