There were times I really felt lost, it would have been so much worse if I didn’t have the support of Cancer Care West though

 I will never forget the love and support I received during my treatment and afterwards.

I would have been totally lost without the support of Cancer Care West

Cancer Care West was there for me when I didn’t know what to expect

I was made feel welcome from the moment I arrived at Inis Aoibhinn.

Organising the event has helped me to deal with Mags’ diagnosis and gave me a purpose during a difficult time.

At Inis Aoibhinn people are kind and understanding, no-one intrudes but yet you know they are there for you.

The relief of the emotional and financial support was huge

My lights have raised over €30,000 for Cancer Care West and I know that this is helping other families

We get great support from the local community.

I simply wouldn’t have had access to any of these support services if I had had to pay for them myself.

It is wonderful that I have been able to stay with Mary during her treatment

You think about saving for retirement or holidays, but you don’t think about saving for being sick

I was completely unprepared for the wonderful kindness and warmth that I experienced

It was fantastic to be around other people who had had similar experiences, especially after being isolated for so long.