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

The relief of the emotional and financial support was huge

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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