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Gort Cancer Support Centre offers a confidential community-based cancer support service to anybody affected by a cancer diagnosis in the South Galway / North Clare areas. We provide the highest possible standard of care to everyone who avails of our support services. From the very first point of contact, you will be greeted by one of our caring and empathetic team members, whose role is to ensure you feel supported and welcome. Their expertise, dedication and care for each person using our services, makes Hollyblue House the haven of tranquillity it is.

A diagnosis of cancer profoundly changes a person’s life. Many people feel alone, isolated and afraid. Some people keep their fears to themselves in order not to cause further trauma to their families. Others have no one to share their fears with. By adopting a holistic approach and providing a range of supportive services and activities, we enhance people’s wellbeing and coping skills.

Please make the call, as we are here to support you and your family. We fully understand your feelings of fear, panic, sadness and loneliness. We can assure you when you leave our centre, you will have a new sense of peace and hope.

All services are offered FREE OF CHARGE and confidentiality is ensured.

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I am so grateful that Gort Cancer Support opened it’s doors to me. The centre and staff and supports helped make a tough time easier. The generosity and kindness shown to me will forever be remembered. Thank You

It is a pleasure to attend meetings to have a chat or a laugh a cup of tea or a coffee. I never thought that getting cancer would bring me so many blessings and new friends.

The availability of these services in my area are of great assistance to me and I am able to meet wtih people who have similar experiences to my own.

My cancer is in remission but I am greatly reassured to have this support centre nearby.

Location is perfect – accessible but private, support is superb. Huge attention to detail. The centre is nicely decorated and very welcoming.

Staff and volunteers are kind, welcoming, inviting, and make you feel very relaxed. I was fearful of going at first but once I met the people there, I felt very at ease and always felt better after a visit to the centre.

Overall, the centre is welcoming warm friendly staff and a wide range of activiities – something for everyone.

God bless you all for the wonderful work you do and the care and comfort you bring to so many people going through difficult times.

We are so grateful for how you’ve helped us navigate this journey that we came upon that was completely alien to us. You reassured us and made us feel held and supported on this journey so we’re ever so grateful to each and every one of you.

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Gort Cancer Support

Gort Cancer Support was established in June 2007 to provide support and practical assistance to people affected by a cancer diagnosis. We adopt a holistic approach towards our clients and their family members by providing a range of activities and social events which will enhance our clients wellbeing and coping skills. Our cancer support centre is managed and operated by trained volunteers with the assistance of administrative staff and professional therapists. We offer a home from home environment where one will feel relaxed and welcome. Our Registered Charity Number (RCN) is 20075927.

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On Thursday 9th October, we were honoured to join a meaningful evening of reflection & support at The Ardilaun Hotel, as part of the Galway Grief Sherpa Network, a local initiative within the Irish Hospice Foundation’s National Bereavement Network.

The event featured powerful & moving talks from Dr. Suzanne McClean (Rosabel's Rooms) & Kathie Stritch (Family Flowers Only - Grief Podcast), followed by a heartfelt panel discussion including lived experiences of bereavement.

Our Centre Manager, Cara Brady, was part of the organising committee for this event & is pictured here with the other committee members & guest speakers. We are also grateful to our counsellors Pam Watson & Martin Dunne for attending & being available for support on the night.

Thank you to everyone who attended & helped make this evening so memorable.

#Grief #GriefNetwork #GalwayGriefSherpaNetwork #GGSN #LocalBereavementNetworks #LivingWithLoss #Bereavement #BereavementSupport #SupportThroughGrief #GriefAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #CommunitySupport #GriefSupportGalway

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Gort Cancer Support2 days ago

Fancy winning a Makita Jigsaw 4350CT 110V? It’s another of the prizes in this year's raffle – perfect for DIY lovers or anyone who enjoys a good project!

Tickets are available online (https://www.idonate.ie/raffle/HollyblueAnnualRaffle2025)or you can pop into Hollyblue House during opening hours to grab yours.

Every ticket sold helps us continue supporting those affected by a cancer diagnosis. Thanks so much for your support & best of luck to everyone entering!

#raffle #annualraffle #hollyblueraffle #raffleprize #fundraising #donation #cancercharity #cancersupport #cancersupportcentre #cancersupportservices #gortcancersupport #hollybluehouse

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Blood stocks are currently low & your support is urgently needed. Many cancer patients rely on regular blood transfusions as part of their treatment so your donation could make a life-saving difference.

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be holding a Blood Donation Clinic at the Lady Gregory Hotel on Wednesday 22nd & Thursday 23rd October.

If you're eligible to donate, please consider doing so this week. To check your eligibility or learn more, visit giveblood.ie.

#GiveBlood #DonateBlood #BloodDonation #EveryDropCounts #SaveLives #BloodDonor #BloodStocksLow #UrgentAppeal #Gort #Galway #SouthGalway

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