Maggie's Oldham

I look after the management and daily running of the centre at Oldham and make sure the team and I are providing the best possible cancer support for our visitors.

I have over 30 years' experience as a Surgical Nurse, specialising in Colorectal Cancer, Stoma Care, Surgery and Colorectal Cancer Research. I have been the Centre Head at Maggie’s Oldham since 2018.

I'm here to listen, to help you talk things over and to help you find the information and support that is right for you and your family. I also run and support the Cancer Support Specialists and Clinical Psychologist in the delivery of programme courses, workshops and courses.

As a qualified Clinical Psychologist, I can help if things are getting on top of you, if you are scared, worried, overwhelmed or feeling down.

We can talk about things in a safe and supportive space and you can see me in private, in a group setting or with your family.

Prior to joining Maggie’s in 2021, I was a Haematological Clinical Nurse Specialist for 24 years. I have worked at the Christie Hospital and Manchester Royal Infirmary, specialising in Haematology and Transplant, and clinical trials.

I'm also here to listen, to help you talk through things, and to find the information you need. I give one-to-one cancer information and support to you, your family and anyone affected by this diagnosis.

With other members of the team, I deliver aspects of the cancer support programme, groups and workshops.

My background is as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Haematology at The Royal Oldham Hospital before I came to Maggie's in 2019. 

I give one-to-one information and support to you and your family and will guide you through the parts of our support that are most appropriate to you.

I also deliver and support other programme team members in the delivery of our support groups, workshops and courses.

I’m here to listen – just come in.

I can help you to understand what you’re entitled to and help with practical things like form-filling and support you through the process. You may be entitled to parking permits, Blue Badges and other grants and benefits.

I can help with concerns regarding work, returning to work and the cost of living increase.

We can discuss your needs in a private, confidential space, or over the phone – whatever suits you. Drop-in and scheduled appointments are available. Just come in or call us.

I can help you to understand what you’re entitled to and help with practical things like form-filling and support you through the process. You may be entitled to parking permits, Blue Badges and other grants and benefits.

I can help with concerns regarding work, returning to work and the cost of living increase.

We can discuss your needs in a private, confidential space, or over the phone – whatever suits you. Drop-in and scheduled appointments are available. Just come in or call us.

I make sure we raise enough money to keep our doors open for people with cancer.

I look after corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, fundraising events and much more.

If you’d like to support us here I’d love to hear from you.

laura.tomlinson@maggies.org 
07584 518 266

I help to raise funds and awareness of our centre by organising fundraising events in the community. If you'd like to fundraise or volunteer for us then come and talk to me about how we can support you.

tom.hall@maggies.org