Macmillan Cancer Support has recently invested almost £1 million in services across two hospitals in Angus.
In August 2016 the first phase of building work at Arbroath Infirmary, funded through a partnership between Macmillan Cancer Support and NHS Tayside, was completed. As part of this, three Macmillan community palliative care rooms with en-suite facilities have been created.
The second phase of this substantial investment was completed and opened in May 2017 and saw the former Inchcape Ward converted into a brand new Macmillan Day Unit. This now provides a day care assessment and treatment facility with two new consultation and treatment rooms, a patient lounge, reception area and a quiet room.
The final phase of this project was the Macmillan Day Unit at Whitehills Hospital in Forfar which officially opened at the end of June 2017. This unit comprises of 2 treatment rooms, therapy room and a quiet room. This facility will allow people to receive treatment locally rather than having to travel long distances; this will make a big difference to people in the area who are affected by cancer.
Macmillan Cancer Support
We’re here to help you find your best way through from the moment of diagnosis, so you’re able to live life as fully as you can. For information, support or just someone to talk to, call 0808 808 00 00 or visit macmillan.org.uk. To support our fundraising, call 0300 1000 200 or email fundraising@macmillan.org.uk.
