Stories
Stories are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're sharing your story around the kitchen table in a Maggie's centre, online or in the press. These stories bring people together, break down stigmas, open up conversations and build communities.
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Dan's story - I was told I would never walk again
Date: Wednesday 22 January 2020
Dan came to Maggie's for support and now runs exercise sessions.
Carole's story - I felt lost when my treatment ended
Date: Wednesday 22 January 2020
After treatment finished Maggie's helped Carole find techniques to help her move forward.
Tom's story – Maggie's gave us financial breathing space
Date: Sunday 19 January 2020
Tom tells us how Maggie's helped when he and his partner were struggling financially.
Graeme's story – why I cycled 1,180 miles for Maggie’s
Date: Wednesday 15 January 2020
Graeme tells us how he wanted to raise awareness for Maggie's, but also raised an incredible £24,000.
Martin's story – Culture Crawl helped us say thanks
Date: Tuesday 14 January 2020
Martin tells us how his bereavement group at Maggie's took part in Culture Crawl to give something back.
Jo's story – our Bake and Brew turned out better than our wedding!
Date: Tuesday 14 January 2020
After finishing treatment, Jo and her husband decided to have a celebration with their friends and family.
Rita's story – why I've left a gift to Maggie's in my will
Date: Monday 06 January 2020
Rita tells us how she's making sure we are always here for people with cancer when they need support most.
Duncan's story – Maggie's was our second home
Date: Monday 06 January 2020
Duncan tells us how Maggie's helped his family when his wife was diagnosed with advanced cancer.
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