Wigtownshire Wellbeing and Cancer

Supporting people and their families affected by cancer in Wigtownshire.

Care Boxes
Our carefully curated boxes are designed to provide comfort, alleviate stress and provide practical resources to those facing the challenges that come with a cancer diagnosis. Choose from 4 different boxes.

Respite
A cancer diagnosis affects the entire family, and we believe that everyone impacted by cancer should have the opportunity to have a healing, therapeutic break.

Befriending
Befriending can provide a supportive network that empowers people to cope with their diagnosis, make informed decisions, and find strength in shared experiences, fostering a more positive and hopeful outlook on their cancer journey.

Pamper Sessions
A pamper session provides relaxation, stress relief, emotional support, and a positive boost. It can help alleviate treatment-related discomfort, enhance well-being, and offer a much-needed break from the challenges of cancer.

Reflexology/ Acupuncture/Physiotherapy Sessions, Reflexology/massage sessions and Access Bars / Reiki Therapy
These sessions are free of charge to people and their families affected by cancer in Wigtownshire. Recipient must reside within DG8 or DG9 post code. These treatments are for not only patients but family members, carers and those bereaved by cancer also. The client (or family member) must be within 3 years of a cancer diagnosis. Sessions are limited to 6 per person.

Pet Care
In partnership with Limekiln Boarding Kennels and Cattery, WWAC can help with the cost of pet care if you need to attend an essential hospital appointment.

Travel Costs
If you are currently undergoing treatment for cancer, we have funding available to help with travel costs to essential appointments/treatment.

Accommodation
If you are currently undergoing treatment for cancer and having to travel for essential appointments/
treatment, we have funding available to help with accommodation costs which may save you having to do a long round- trip in one day.