New cancer support centre opens in York

York Against Cancer is celebrating opening the doors of its brand-new cancer support centre.

The Leveson Centre welcomed more than 60 visitors in its first week, including York’s Prostate Support Group who were meeting after a three-year hiatus due to Covid.

Led by Koren Atkinson and Fiona Ayre from the urology department at York Hospital, the group included 30 prostate cancer patients from across the region who shared experiences and support.

The Leveson Centre provides a safe space for anyone affected by cancer to access support and advice.

Initially the centre is open Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm for people to drop-in for a cuppa and a chat.

More services such as support groups, complementary therapies, financial and benefits advice, psychology support and health and wellbeing activities will be added to a regular timetable over the next few months as the team welcomes more service providers on board.

York Against Cancer’s CEO, Julie Russell, said: “We are thrilled to open the doors of The Leveson Centre, offering a space for cancer patients and support groups to meet again, after a challenging few years.

“Welcoming the Prostate Support Group as our first group session within the centre marks the start of a very important journey, one that will support many people for years to come.”