Hive Cancer Support
About Us
Organization Description
Born in 2005, we were originally known as The Pink Ladies Breast Cancer Support Group. In 2023, we rebranded to Hive Cancer Support to encompass all of our progress, developments and service offerings.
Our voluntary initiative was founded in collaboration between the Bogside & Brandywell Women’s Group, the Bogside & Brandywell Health Forum (BBHF) and representatives from the local health authority, who identified a high rate of Breast Cancer in the area.
The group flourished under the guidance and support of the BBHF, and in 2009 it became a standalone registered charity based at The Gasyard Centre.
We identified a growing demand to support people with all types of Cancer. As a result, we now offer a wraparound, holistic, person-centred approach to supporting families affected, both directly and indirectly, by Cancer.
After recognising the importance of cancer awareness, early detection, and prevention, we established our Education Strategy which evolved into hosting workshops and information events.
Hive Cancer Support promotes vibrant, informed communities and has now expanded.
Our voluntary initiative was founded in collaboration between the Bogside & Brandywell Women’s Group, the Bogside & Brandywell Health Forum (BBHF) and representatives from the local health authority, who identified a high rate of Breast Cancer in the area.
The group flourished under the guidance and support of the BBHF, and in 2009 it became a standalone registered charity based at The Gasyard Centre.
We identified a growing demand to support people with all types of Cancer. As a result, we now offer a wraparound, holistic, person-centred approach to supporting families affected, both directly and indirectly, by Cancer.
After recognising the importance of cancer awareness, early detection, and prevention, we established our Education Strategy which evolved into hosting workshops and information events.
Hive Cancer Support promotes vibrant, informed communities and has now expanded.
Year Founded
May 23, 2005
Organization Website
Languages Served
English
Contact Info
Phone Number
Location
Street Address
The Gasyard Centre
City
Derry
State/Province
N.ireland
Country
United Kingdom
Location of Organization
Europe
The Gasyard Centre
More info about Organization
Major recurring events hosted by the organization
Annual World Cancer Day events
Monthly Support Meetings
Monthly Support Meetings
Major awareness or communications campaigns and/or collaborations your organization is involved in
Various Campaigns
Cervical Cancer Awareness
Breast Cancer Awareness
Environmental/Chemical
Movember
Lobby & Campaign Government
Cervical Cancer Awareness
Breast Cancer Awareness
Environmental/Chemical
Movember
Lobby & Campaign Government
What description best describes your organization?
Patient Advocacy and/or Support Group
Number of Employees
1-5
Number of Volunteers Annually
20+
Estimated number of patients and/or caregivers served annually
3000
Number of awareness events held annually
20
Number of support group meetings held annually
36
More information about Area, Activity and Services
Cancer Disease(s) of Focus
All Gynecologic Cancers, Breast Cancer
Domain
Raising Awareness, In person patient/survivor/caregiver support services, Telephone information/advice, Online information, Peer-to-peer support groups, Counseling or psychological support, Caregiver support, Facilitated support groups, Home visits, Nutritional support, Massage therapy, Financial advice, Bereavement counseling, Caregiver support groups
Advocacy and Awareness Activities Interested In
Raising Cancer Awareness, Educational Activities, Community Organizing, Improving equity diversity and inclusion, Fundraising, Storytelling/Narratives, Government/Lobbying, Improving Access to Treatment Options, Survivorship support
Methods of Communication
Online Community Forums, Telephone Service, Videos
Member/Audience Type
Cancer Patients and Survivors, Family Members and/or Caregivers of Patients