Cancer information and support service at Renfrew Library

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CISS in Renfrew Library
Welcome to the Cancer Information and Support Service or CISS. We are based in the library in Renfrew and we provide free information and support services for anyone affected by cancer. You may have cancer yourself, care for a relative or friend, work as a health professional or simply want to know more about cancer.

Our Team
The information and support service is staffed by experienced cancer care nurses, supported by trained volunteers and library staff. We are here to help you. We can offer:

• sensitive and comprehensive information on all aspects of living with cancer and treatments
• confidential service
• information about complementary therapies, aromatherapy and relaxation
• information on diet and nutrition
• links to national and local organisations (see related content on the right)
• links to local support groups where you can meet others in similar circumstances
• a comprehensive range of leaflets and books on cancer topics
• free access to the internet for health information

We will be happy to guide you through information materials and websites focusing on cancer as well as other health-related issues. We offer a relaxing confidential space where you can talk about your experience and we can give you information about local support groups and direct you to complementary therapies such as relaxation and aromatherapy massage.

Opening Hours
Tuesday: 1pm-4pm
Thursday: 10am-2pm

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If you have concerns about cancer, please drop by. There is no need to make an appointment.

Visit Renfrew CISS at:

Renfrew Community Library
Paisley Road,
Renfrew PA1 8LJ

Contact Renfrew CISS by:

• phone: 0141 886 3433
• fax: 0141 886 1660

Please note this is the library telephone number and we are unable to offer a cancer support service from this number outside of CISS opening times. Macmillan Cancerline (freephone 0800 808 2020) is open Mon - Fri 9.00 till 6.00pm

Background to project
The Cancer Information and Support Service (CISS) has been developed as a partnership between Macmillan Cancer Support, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and Renfrewshire Libraries. A small area of Renfrew Library has been refurbished to provide a drop in cancer information and support service where we welcome visitors with a friendly smile. The CISS provides a safe and confidential area within the library. We aim to ensure that those affected by cancer have access to good quality, comprehensive and appropriate information and support.

MacMillan Cancer Support provides the expert care and emotional support that makes a real difference to people living with cancer. Renfrewshire Libraries believe the project can make a real difference to people's lives by harnessing the skills of three different organisations in a supportive environment.

For more information on the project, please contact us:

• email: libraries.els@renfrewshire.gov.uk
• phone: 0141 840 3003
• write to:
  Library Services
  Abbey House
  8A Seedhill Road
  Paisley
  PA1 1AJ

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