Transport
We fund community or private taxi transport so patients can access all appointments
When a family member is diagnosed with cancer, it’s a deeply worrying time. There are concerns for their physical health, their prognosis and their treatment, as well as their mental well–being. For many families uncertainty around how they are going to cope financially is a very big worry.
Very often, a cancer diagnosis means that at least one family member is unable to work, either because their physical health has been affected by cancer, or because they are caring for a loved one.
At the same time, the family has new living costs to consider, whether it’s travelling to appointments or purchasing equipment to ensure the family home remains a safe and functional environment. This combination can be a lot to contend with, especially on top of the physical and mental effect of living with cancer.
We know that a little financial help can go a long way. So, our Wellbeing Fund provides financial assistance to help ease these stresses and make day-to–day life a little easier. We are able to fund a range of different support including the cost of:
Mobility Equipment
We fund mobility aids and equipment to encourage independence and improve quality of life.
Household Goods & Services
We directly purchase services or items to help with essential household repairs, renovations or adaptations .
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for a grant from our Wellbeing Fund you must meet the following criteria:
- You are a resident in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire or Cambridgeshire.
- You are over 18 years of age, either undergoing treatment for cancer (any stage or type), or have completed a course of treatment within 18 months of the date we receive your completed application.
- Able to provide a recent bank statement, utility bill and photo ID.
- You are able to provide a letter (dated within the last three months or 18 months if treatment has finished) from your healthcare professional verifying your diagnosis. This can be a nurse, GP, registrar or consultant who you see regularly for your care.
- If you are applying following the loss of a loved one we will require proof of the deceased and your relationship to them. The certificate must be dated within 18 months of your application.
- You have not previously benefited from our services within the last 24 months.
- You are willing to abide by our terms and conditions.
- Require items, services or financial assistance that will improve your wellbeing and/or quality of life specifically relating to your condition.
- Items/services funded are typically capped at £500, however on occasions we will exceed this amount depending on circumstance.
HOW TO APPLY
We have tried to make our application process as simple as possible. There are two ways to apply,
- either via our online application form
- by completing a Wellbeing Fund Application Form and posting it to our address or by email to fund@lmcancertrust.co.uk
Please complete all sections of the application form so we can process it as quickly as possible.
WHAT YOU NEED
Before starting your application please ensure you have details of your income and expenditure to hand. This will streamline the process and ensure we have all the details we need.
You are also required to submit:
- Photo ID (drivers license or Passport)
- A recent bank statement
- Medical documentation
- Utility bill (as proof of address)