FAQs

Is there a membership fee or a cost to attend abc meetings?

The meeting service we provide is free of charge. However, members will have the opportunity to make a voluntary contribution via our charity box if they wish. A monthly raffle is also held at the lunch meeting.

Is it only cancer patients who can attend/join abc?

We welcome ANYONE who is affected by cancer. You will find new friends at abc.

Will I be expected to talk about myself at meetings?

Absolutely not. If you wish to talk about your problems there will always be a sympathetic and friendly response. Members are aware why you are there and can empathise without hearing your life story.

Is it not depressing being in a room full of people affected by cancer?

Nothing could be further from the truth, the group are a cheerful lot. Smiles and laughter are usually the order of the day. Definitely not depressing!

I have a medical issue, can you offer me any advice?

We are not medically trained so we cannot offer you medical advice. We will listen to you though, and endeavour to point you in the right direction.

Is there a membership fee or a cost to attend abc meetings?

Is it only cancer patients who can attend/join abc?

We welcome ANYONE who is affected by cancer. You will find new friends at abc.

Will I be expected to talk about myself at meetings?

Is it not depressing being in a room full of people affected by cancer?

Nothing could be further from the truth, the group are a cheerful lot. Smiles and laughter are usually the order of the day. Definitely not depressing!

I have a medical issue, can you offer me any advice?

We are not medically trained so we cannot offer you medical advice. We will listen to you though, and endeavour to point you in the right direction.