Two of our Macmillan Information Service Volunteers, John and Geoff decided that they wanted to support men who have cancer by hosting a Men's Cancer Support Group. This group will be an informal face-to-face group for all men to come together and share concerns about cancer in a safe, confidential space. This group will be held once a month with different topics. CHFT Charity wanted to support this, so we took it upon ourselves to contact certain venues in the local area. The John Smith's Stadium in Huddersfield kindly donated us a room for free. CHFT Charity wanted people who attended to feel comfortable and welcomed, so we organised refreshments. 

This first group was held on Thursday 29th September at the Legends Cafe in the John Smith's Stadium. The group was a huge success which may require ore seating in the future if they continue to grow. The first group topic was about Trevor Simpson's Cancer story, musical history and experience as a referee at John Smith's Stadium. 

We received some brilliant feedback from some men who attended the first group: 

"It has been a very welcoming and relaxed atmosphere where everyone could just be themselves. The venue has been fantastic - easy to find and good parking. I will look forward to coming again." 

"I wasn't sure what to expect today and have been feeling a bit down lately due to my cancer but I have really enjoyed the group. It's been good to meet other men in a similar situation and I feel that the group has really picked me up"

We would like to say a massive thank you to the John Smith's Stadium for alowing us to use their space, the group were very welcomed and felt very secure within this space.