The Wombelles
(Kendal & South Lakes Gynaecology Cancer Group)
The Wombelles Group was formed and funded by the Macmillan Cancer Charity in 2012.
We are a group of ladies who have all been informed, within the last few years, that we
had cancer. We have therefore, like you, experienced the earth shattering news which
starts with a total numbness and then we struggle with every type of emotion possible.
Fortunately, most of us had family and friends who all rally around, giving us the support
and reassurance we needed on a day to day basis. Many of us required surgery which
is scary to say the least, having never been in hospital, unless visiting family and friends.
It’s just as well that we did not know this would be the easy part and that our following
treatment would be both challenging and extremely tiring.
I never thought that my illness would leave me nervous, anxious and with very little
confidence going into company or driving. Previously, I had been a very confident person
always organising events for family and friends. Apparently, this lack of confidence is not
unusual and many ladies experience this after a long illness.
We would like to invite ladies like you to join our small social group where we enjoy outings
to Museums, Health Spas, and National Trust Properties etc.
We hold our meeting on the third Tuesday of every month. If you feel nervous of coming
along on your own, please invite a friend as they will be very welcome.
If you would like further information please contact: Rhona Barton
Mobile No. 07770851896 or Telephone No. 01539558636
We do not purport to be a Support Group but we can however inform our members on
where advice can be obtained.
I have been extremely lucky with the support I have received from my friends and family,
but, many ladies with no siblings, lose contact with friends when they retire from work and
this group is a good way of meeting and making new acquaintances.
Thank you for taking the time to read this our Introductory Newsletter. (March 2013)
No comments:
Post a Comment