Coping practically

You might earn less when having cancer. But there are government benefits that you might qualify for if you have cancer or care for someone with cancer. There are people who can advise you about your financial situation and help you apply for benefits.

Cancer might affect your personal finances, such as your mortgage, pension, credit cards and insurance. A financial adviser can offer advice. 

Understanding your illness and treatment can help you to cope with cancer. There are also practical things that you can do.

Find out about the help and support available for you and your family when you have cancer.

You might need emotional, spiritual, practical or financial support when you have cancer. There are people, organisations and benefits that can help.

Travelling when you have cancer or treatment might need some extra planning. Find out how cancer can affect travelling in the UK and abroad and get plenty of tips to make it easier.

Overseas visitors can find out about getting cancer treatment in the UK. 

People with cancer in the UK are protected from discrimination by the Disability Discrimination Act and the Equality Act.

There are several ways you can get a wheelchair for someone who needs one. You can borrow one free from the NHS, hire one or buy your own wheelchair.